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USER MANUAL HRSX196X ASUS
Safety Precautions 7
Preparing your Notebook PC 11
Chapter 2: Knowing the parts
Top Side (on selected models) 14
Bottom Side (on selected models) 18
Right Side (on selected models) 21
Rear Side (on selected models) 26
Front Side (on selected models)27
Chapter 3: Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack 37
Special Keyboard Functions 42
Microsoft Windows Keys 44
Extended Keyboard (on selected models) 44
Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) 46
Switches and Status Indicators 47
Status Indicators 48Notebook PC User Manual
Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device 52
Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) 66
Windows Wireless Network Connection 68
Bluetooth Wireless Connection(on selected models) 70
Optional Accessories A-2
Optional Connections A-2
Operating System and Software A-3
System BIOS Settings A-4
Common Problems and Solutions A-7
Recovering Your Notebook PC A-13
Using Recovery Partition A-13
Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) A-14
DVD-ROM Drive Information A-16
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) A-18
Internal Modem Compliancy A-19
Declarations and Safety Statements A-23
Federal Communications Commission Statement A-23
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-24
Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) A-24
CE Mark Warning A-25
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-254
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Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-26
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-26
UL Safety Notices A-28
Power Safety Requirement A-29
TV Tuner Notices A-29
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) A-30
Laser Safety Information A-31
CDRH Regulations A-31
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice A-32
CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) A-33
European Union Eco-label A-35
ENERGY STAR complied product A-35
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-36
Takeback Services A-36
Copyright Information A-37
Limitation of Liability A-38
Service and Support A-381
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 Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual.
2. Knowing the Parts
Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components.
Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC.
4. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PC’s components.
Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional
The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by
models and territories. There may be differences between your
Notebook PC and the pictures shown in this manual. Please
accept your Notebook PC as being correct.
Notes for This Manual
A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing
you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively. These notes have
different degrees of importance as follows:
WARNING! Important information that must be followed for safe
IMPORTANT! Vital information that must be followed to prevent
damage to data, components, or persons.
TIP: Tips for completing tasks.
NOTE: Information for special situations.Notebook PC User Manual
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:
battery in fire. DO NOT
short circuit the contacts.
DO NOT disassemble the
Notebook PC on your lap
or any part of the body
to prevent discomfort
DO NOT expose to dirty
or dusty environments.
DO NOT operate during a
use near liquids, rain,
use the modem during
DO NOT press or touch
the display panel. Do not
place together with small
items that may scratch or
enter the Notebook PC.
uneven or unstable work
surfaces. Seek servicing
if the casing has been
DO NOT place or drop
foreign objects into the
Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before
cleaning. Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge
or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive
detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra
moisture with a dry cloth.8
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between 5°C (41°F) and
DO NOT carry or cover
any materials that will
reduce air circulation
such as a carrying bag.
DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste. This
product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts
and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment
and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not
be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for
disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery
should not be placed in municipal waste.
INPUT RATING: Refer to
the rating label on the
bottom of the Notebook
PC and be sure that your
power adapter complies
Incorrect installation
of battery may cause
explosion and damage
power cords, accessories,
or other peripherals.
thinners, benzene, or
other chemicals on or
The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by
models and territories. There may be differences between your
Notebook PC and the pictures shown in this manual. Please
accept your Notebook PC as being correct.Notebook PC User Manual
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 surface during
transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC
while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that
it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard
CAUTION! The Notebook PC’s surface is easily dulled if not
properly cared for. Be careful not to rub or scrape the Notebook
Cover Your Notebook PC Purchase a carrying bag to protect the Notebook PC from dirt, water,
shock, and scratches.
Charge Your Batteries
If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your
battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long
trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as
long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be
aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the
Notebook PC is in use.10
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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 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). You can send your Notebook
PC and diskettes through airport X-ray machines. However, it
is recommended that you do not send your Notebook PC or
diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to
magnetic wands.Notebook PC User Manual
Preparing your Notebook PC These are quick instructions for using your Notebook PC.
Installing the Battery Pack
Connecting the Power Adapter
110V-220V The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by
models and territories. There may be differences between your
Notebook PC and the pictures shown in this manual. Please
accept your Notebook PC as being correct.12
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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
2. Use [Fn]+[F5] or [Fn]+[F6] to adjust the LCD brightness.
The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by
models and territories. There may be differences between your
Notebook PC and the pictures shown in this manual. Please
accept your Notebook PC as being correct.2
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Top Side (on selected models)
The keyboard differs for each territory.
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The built-in camera allows picture taking or video
recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other
interactive applications.
The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in
Microphone (Built-in)
The built-in mono microphone can be used for video
conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor.
The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which
provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors.
Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce
any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Use
a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if
necessary) to clean the display panel.
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
The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the
Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Use the switch once
to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The
power switch only works when the display panel is opened.
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
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
Windows or web navigation.
Status Indicators (front)
Status indicators represent various hardware/software
conditions. See indicator details in Chapter 3.
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Bottom Side (on selected models)
The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.
The battery pack size varies depending on model.
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WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be
careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation
or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal
during charging or operation. DO NOT USE ON SOFT SURFACES SUCH AS SOFAS OR BEDS, WHICH MAY BLOCK THE VENTS. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT.
Battery Lock - Manual
The manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack
secured. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to
insert or remove the battery pack. Move the manual lock to
the locked position after inserting the battery pack.
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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.
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 time varies by usage and by
the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack
cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single
Hard Disk Drive Compartment
The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Visit an
authorized service center or retailer for information 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.
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 automatically detects the amount of memory in
the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the
POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or
software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory
is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for
information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC.
Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers
of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and
Right Side (on selected models)
Headphone Output Jack
The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect
the Notebook PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers
or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the
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 disables the
built-in microphone. Use this feature for video conferencing,
voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
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 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec
(USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously
on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as
additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping
of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or
disconnected without restarting the computer.
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 recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities.
See the marketing specifications for details on each model.
Optical Drive Activity Indicator
(location varies by model)
The optical drive activity indicator shows when data is
being transferred by the optical disk drive. This indicator
will light in proportion to the data size transferred.
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.
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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. Do not use the
emergency eject in place of the electronic eject.
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 fixed object. Some may also include a
motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.
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 supplied power
The adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Ensure
not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.
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The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11
modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for
connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows
convenient use without additional adapters.
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the
Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects
do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may
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). Supports standard, enhanced,
or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio
on a single cable. It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and
supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare
to accommodate future enhancements or requirements.
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.
(on selected models)
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 time varies by usage and by
the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack
cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single
USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0)
USB Port (3.0, on selected models / 2.0)
This port also supports USB Charger+ function that helps
charge the connected USB device even when the Notebook
(on selected models)
Headphone Output Jack
The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect
the Notebook PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers
or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the
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 disables the
built-in microphone. Use this feature for video conferencing,
voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
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. This Notebook PC has a built-in
high-speed memory card reader that can conveniently read
from and write to many flash memory cards.
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
adapter. That means that you may connect the power cord to any
100V-120V as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches
or using power converters. Different countries may require that an
adapter be used to connect the provided US-standard AC power
cord to a different standard. Most hotels will provide universal
outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages. It is
always best to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages
when bringing power adapters to another country.
You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that includes power
and modem adapters for almost every country.
WARNING! DO NOT connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet
prior to connecting the DC plug to the Notebook PC. Doing so
may damage the AC-DC adapter.
IMPORTANT! 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 servicing.
Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. You may
damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with a
faulty AC-DC adapter.
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.
WARNING! THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY.
Unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to
minimize the power consumption when the Notebook PC is not
in use.32 Notebook PC User ManualIMPORTANT! 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 consists of a set of battery cells housed together. A fully charged pack will provide several hours of battery life, which can be further extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through a Notebook PC retailer. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures to install the battery pack.
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To remove the battery pack:
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.
WARNING! For safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in fire,
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.
The Notebook PC’s battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has
a limit on the number times it can be recharged. The battery pack’s
useful life will depend on your environment temperature, humidity,
and how your Notebook PC is used. It is ideal that the battery be
used in a temperature range between 10˚C and 35˚C (50˚F and
95˚F). You must also take into account that the Notebook PC’s
internal temperature is higher than the outside temperature. Any
temperatures above or below this range will shorten the life of the
battery. But in any case, the battery pack’s usage time will eventually
decrease and a new battery pack must be purchased from an
authorized dealer for this Notebook PC. Because batteries also have
a shelf life, it is not recommended to buy extras for storing.
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IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least
5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it
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 bag.
Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is
turned ON. This is part of the Notebook PC’s test routine and is
not a problem with the display.
Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC’s power-ON message appears on the screen when
you turn it ON. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using
the hot keys. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the
system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. Press [ESC] and you will be presented with a boot menu with
selections to boot from your available drives.
The Power-On Self Test (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 Test (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed
as a permanent part of the Notebook PC’s architecture. The POST
includes a record of the Notebook PC’s hardware configuration,
which is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. This record
is created by using the BIOS Setup program. If the POST discovers
a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it will
display a message on the screen prompting you to correct the
conflict by running BIOS Setup. In most cases the record should be
correct when you receive the Notebook PC. When the test is finished,
you may get a message reporting “No operating system found” if the
hard disk was not preloaded with an operating system. This indicates
that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation
of a new operating system.Notebook PC User Manual
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
Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology
The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring
and Reporting Technology)
checks the hard disk drive during
POST and gives a warning
message if the hard disk drive
requires servicing. If any critical
hard disk drive warning is given
during bootup, backup your data
immediately and run Windows
disk checking program. To run
Tools tab > click Check Now >
click Start. You can also select “Scan ... sectors” for more effective
scan and repair but the process will run slower.36
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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.
Checking Battery Power
The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under
the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately
report the amount of charge left in the battery. A fully-charged
battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working
power. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the
power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system
memory size, and the size of the display panel.
Pointer over the battery icon without power adapter.
Pointer over the battery icon with
Right-click the battery icon
Left-click the battery icon
WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the
battery power is depleted. STR is not the same as power OFF.
STR requires a small amount of power and will fail and lose data
if no power is available due to complete battery depletion or
no power supply (e.g. removing both the power adapter and
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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 if the temperature is too high or the
battery voltage is too high.
Charging the Battery Pack
Before you use your Notebook PC on the road, you will have to
charge the battery pack. The battery pack begins to charge as
soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power using the
power adapter. Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the
first time. A new battery pack must completely charge before the
Notebook PC is disconnected from external power. It takes a few
hours to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is turned
OFF and may take twice the time when the Notebook PC is turned
ON. The battery status indicator on the Notebook PC turns OFF when
the battery pack is charged.
The battery starts charging when the charge remaining in
the battery drops below 95%. This prevents the battery from
charging frequently. Minimizing the recharge cycles helps
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IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds
after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON.
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.”
For other options, such as “Switch
User, Restart, Sleep, or Shut Down,” click the arrowhead next to the
Restarting or Rebooting
After making changes to your operating system, you may be
prompted to restart the system. Some installation processes will
provide a dialog box to allow restart. To restart the system manually,
choose Restart.Notebook PC User Manual
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
IMPORTANT! DO NOT use emergency shutdown while data is
being written; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your
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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” and “Hibernate” saves power when your Notebook PC is not
in use by turning OFF certain components. When you resume your
work, your last status (such as a document scrolled down half way or
email typed half way) will reappear as if you never left. “Shut Down”
will close all applications and ask if you want to save your work if any
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
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these
features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power
management settings are made through the operating system.
The power management features are designed to save as much
electricity as possible by putting components into a low power
consumption mode as often as possible but also allow full operation
Sleep is the same as Suspend-to-
RAM (STR). This function stores
your current data and status in
RAM while many components
are turned OFF. Because RAM
is volatile, it requires power to
keep (refresh) the data. Click
the Windows button and the
arrowhead next to the lock icon
to see this option. You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1]
to activate this mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except
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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 chassis
temperature (not CPU).
• The fan turns ON for active cooling when the temperature reaches
the safe upper limit.
• The CPU decreases speed for passive cooling when the temperature
exceeds the safe upper limit.
• The system shut down for critical cooling when temperature ex-
ceeds the maximum safe upper limit.
Hibernate is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your
current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM
does not have to be periodically refreshed and power consumption
is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because
certain wake-up components like LAN needs to remain powered.
“Hibernate” saves more power compared to “Sleep”. Click the Start
button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.
Recover by pressing the power button. (NOTE: The power indicator
will be OFF in this mode.)42
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Special Keyboard Functions
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.
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.
button setting in power management setup).
Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the
internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models)
ON or OFF with an on-screen-display. When enabled,
the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Windows
software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN
Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness
Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness
LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. (On
certain models; stretches the screen area to fill the entire
display when using low resolution modes.)
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 Property
Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor
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Crossed-out Touchpad (F9): Toggles the built-in
touchpad LOCKED (disabled) and UNLOCKED (enabled).
Locking the touchpad will prevent you from accidentally
moving the pointer while typing and is best used with an
external pointing device such as a mouse. NOTE: Selected
models have an indicator between the touchpad buttons
will light when the touchpad is UNLOCKED (enabled) and
not light when the touchpad is LOCKED (disabled).
Crossed Speaker Icons (F10): Toggles the speakers ON
and OFF (only in Windows OS)
Speaker Down Icon (F11):
Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS)
Speaker Up Icon (F12):
Increases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS)
Fn+C: Toggles “Splendid Video Intelligent Technology”
function ON and OFF. This allows switching between
different display color enhancement modes in order
to improve contrast, brightness, skin tone, and color
saturation for red, green, and blue independently. You
can see the current mode through the onscreen display
Fn+V: Toggles “Life Frame” software application.
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 the system between AC mode and
battery mode. You can see the current mode through the
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There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described
The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu
located at the bottom left of the Windows desktop.
The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with
a small pointer, activates the properties menu and is
equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a
Fn+Enter (extended keyboard): Toggles Windows
“Calculator” application.
Extended Keyboard (on selected models)
An extended keyboard
is available on selected
models. The extended
keyboard has a dedicated
easy number entry. Use
[Num Lk / Scr Lk] to toggle
between using the extended
keypad as numbers or
as pointer directions. The
pointer direction keys are
for navigation between fields
or cells such as those in a
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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 corner
of each key as shown in the figure. When the numeric keypad is
engaged by pressing [Fn][Ins/Num LK], the number lock LED lights
up. If an external keyboard is connected, pressing the [Ins/Num LK]
on the external keyboard enables/disables the NumLock on both
keyboards simultaneously.
To disable the numeric
keypad while keeping
the keypad on an external
keyboard activated, press the
[Fn][Ins/Num LK] keys on the
Keyboard as Pointers
The keyboard can be used as pointers while Number Lock is ON or
OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric
data in spreadsheets or similar applications.
With Number Lock OFF, press [Fn] and one of the pointer keys
shown below. For example [Fn][8] for up, [Fn][K] for down, [Fn][U] for
left, and [Fn][O] for right.
With Number Lock ON,
use [Shift] and one of the
pointer keys shown below.
For example [Shift][8] for up,
[Shift][K] for down, [Shift][U] for
left, and [Shift][O] for right.46
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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 keys for
multimedia control functions.
Some control key functions may defer depending on Notebook
Begins or pauses media file playback.
Stops media file playback.
During media file playback, goes back to the previous
song / movie chapter.
During media file playback, skips to the next song /
movie chapter.Notebook PC User Manual
Switches and Status Indicators
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 switch may differ in appearance by models.48
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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 Indicator (dual-color)
The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the
battery’s power as follows:
Green ON: Battery power is between 95% and 100% (with AC
Orange ON: Battery power is less than 95% (with AC power).
Orange Blinking: Battery power is less than 10% (without AC
Off: Battery power is between 10% and 100% (without AC
Drive Activity Indicator
Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage
device(s) such as the hard disk. The light flashes proportional to
Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator
This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT)
and built-in wireless LAN. This indicator will light to show that
the Notebook PC’s built-in Bluetooth (BT) function is activated.
When the built-in wireless LAN is enabled, this indicator will also
light. (Windows software settings are necessary.)50
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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.
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.g. a,b,c).4
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IMPORTANT! DO NOT use any objects in place of your finger
to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the
The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully
compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice.
The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts;
therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still
required for working with some application software.
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
in the center of the
touchpad and slide in
Lightly but rapidly strike the
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 until the item is selected. The selected item will change
color. The following two examples produce the same results.
Double-clicking/Double-tapping - These actions allows you to launch
your selected program. Move your finger over the program that you
want to launch, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid
succession, and the system launches your selected program. If the
interval between the clicks or taps is too long, the operation will not
be executed. You can set the double-click speed using the Windows
Control Panel “Mouse.” The following two examples produce the same
Press the left button twice
Lightly but rapidly strike the
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
with your finger. The following illustrations produce the same results.
Hold left button and slide
Lightly strike the touchpad
twice, sliding finger on touchpad
during second strike.
Two-finger scrolling - Use two fingertips to slide up/down/left/
right on the touchpad to scroll a window up/down/left/right. If your
display window includes several sub-windows, move the pointer on
that pane before scrolling.
Scrolling vertically
Two-finger zooming in/out - Moving two fingertips apart or
together on the touchpad to zoom in or zoom out. This is convenient
when viewing photos or reading documents.
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Two-finger tapping - Use two
fingers to tap the touchpad. This
action simulates the click on the
scroll wheel of a mouse.
Three-finger tapping -
Use three fingers to tap the
touchpad. This action mimics the
right-click function of a mouse.
Two-finger rotating- Fix one
fingertip on the touchpad and
make an arc with the other
to rotate the photo or the
document you are viewing.
You can make a clockwise or
counterclockwise rotation based
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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
Caring for the Touchpad
The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be
easily damaged. Take note of the following precautions.
• Ensure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or
• Do not touch the touchpad if your ngers are dirty or wet.
• Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad
• Do not scratch the touchpad with your nger nails or any hard
Automatic Touchpad Disabling
Windows can automatically disable the Notebook PC’s touchpad
when an external USB mouse is attached.
This feature is normally OFF, to turn ON this feature:
1. Select the option in Windows Control Panel > Hardware and
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2. Click ELAN on the top and click Disable when external USB
mouse plug in check box.
3. Click OK to finish the configuration.Notebook PC User Manual
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 as digital cameras,
MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a
single built-in memory card reader that can use many flash memory
cards as shown in the example below. The built-in memory card
reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most other
forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the internal high-
WARNING! To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware
and Eject Media” in the Windows
notification area before removing
the flash memory card.
IMPORTANT! Flash memory card compatibility varies depending
on Notebook PC model and flash memory card specifications.
Flash memory card specifications constantly change so
compatibility may change without warning.
IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after
reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the card or else
data loss may occur.
MS / MS ProSD / MMC The actual location of the Flash Memory Slot differs by models.
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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)
to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. When
replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always visit an authorized
service center or retailer for this Notebook PC.
IMPORTANT! Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage
the hard disk drive. Handle the Notebook PC gently and keep it
away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact. The
hard disk drive is the most delicate component and will likely be
the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC
WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any
telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector
(such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before
removing the hard disk cover.
IMPORTANT! When replacing or upgrading the hard drive,
always visit an authorized service center or retailer for this
Notebook PC.Notebook PC User Manual
Removing the hard disk drive:
Installing the hard disk drive:
The actual location of the hard disk drive differs by models. Refer
to the previous chapter to locate the hard disk drive.
Removing the hard disk drive:
Installing the hard disk drive:
The actual location of the hard disk drive differs by models. Refer
to the previous chapter to locate the hard disk drive.
Removing a Memory Card:
Additional memory will increase application performance by
decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or
retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC.
Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this
Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the
system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-
On-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or software (including
BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed.
WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any
telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector
(such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before
installing or removing a memory.
The actual location of the memory differs by models. Refer to the
previous chapter to locate the memory.
(This is only an example.)
(This is only an example.)64
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The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade.
After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card.
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 / 1000 BASE-T speeds, your network
cable must be category 5 or better (not category 3) with twisted-pair
wiring. If you plan on running the interface at 100/1000Mbps, it must
be connected to a 100 BASE-TX / 1000 BASE-T hub (not a BASE-T4
hub). For 10Base-T, use category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring. 10/100
Mbps Full-Duplex is supported on this Notebook PC but requires
connection to a network switching hub with “duplex” enabled. The
software default is to use the fastest setting so no user-intervention
1000BASE-T (or Gigabit) is only supported on selected models.Notebook PC User Manual
The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally
a Hub or Switch) is called a straight-through Twisted Pair Ethernet
(TPE). The end connectors are called RJ-45 connectors, which are
not compatible with RJ-11 telephone connectors. If connecting two
computers together without a hub in between, a crossover LAN
cable is required (Fast-Ethernet model). (Gigabit models support
auto-crossover so a crossover LAN cable is optional.)
Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch
for use with the built-in Ethernet controller.
Network Hub or Switch
The actual location of the LAN port differs by models. Refer to
the previous chapter to locate the LAN port.
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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 built-in wireless LAN is capable of
fast data transmission rates using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
(DSSS) and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
technologies on 2.4GHz/5GHz frequencies. The optional built-in
wireless LAN is backward compatible with the earlier IEEE 802.11
standards allowing seamless interfacing of wireless LAN standards.
The optional built-in wireless LAN is a client adapter that supports
Infrastructure and Ad-hoc modes giving you flexibility on your
existing or future wireless network configurations for distances up to
40 meters between the client and the access point.
To provide efficient security to your wireless communication, the
optional built-in wireless LAN comes with a 64-bit/128-bit Wired
Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption and Wi-Fi Protected Access
For security concerns, DO NOT connect to the unsecured
network; otherwise, the information transmission without
encryption might be visible to others.Notebook PC User Manual
The Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another
wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in this wireless
(All devices must install
Desktop PC PDA Notebook PC Infrastructure mode
The Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC and other wireless
devices to join a wireless network created by an Access Point (AP)
(sold separately) that provides a central link for wireless clients to
communicate with each other or with a wired network.
(All devices must install
optional 802.11 wireless
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 icon in Windows
notification area and select the
3. Click the wireless network icon with an orange star in the
Windows® Notification area.
4. Select the wireless access
point you want to connect
to from the list and click
Connect to build the
If you cannot find the
desired access point, click
the upper right corner to
refresh and search in the
list again.Notebook PC User Manual
5. When connecting, you may have to enter a password.
6. After a connection has been established, the connection is
7. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification
The crossed wireless network icon appears when you press
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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 Notebook PC did not come with built-in Bluetooth, you
need to connect a USB or ExpressCard Bluetooth module in
order to use Bluetooth.
Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones
You can wireless connect to your mobile phone. Depending on
your mobile phone’s capabilities, you can transfer phone book
data, photos, sound files, etc. or use it as a modem to connect to the
Internet. You may also use it for SMS messaging.
Bluetooth-enabled computers or PDAs
You can wireless connect to another computer or PDA and exchange
files, share peripherals, or share Internet or network connections.
You may also make use of Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard or
Turning ON and Launching Bluetooth Utility
This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices.
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.Notebook PC User Manual
Or double click the Wireless
notification area and select the
3. From Control Panel, go
to Network and Internet
> Network and Sharing
Center and then click
Change adapter settings in
4. Right-click Bluetooth
Network Connection and
select View Bluetooth
5. Click Add a device to look for
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6. Select a Bluetooth-enabled
device from the list and click
7. Enter the Bluetooth security
code into your device and
8. The paired relationship is
successfully built. Click Close
to finish the setting.A AppendixA-2
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Optional Accessories
These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your
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.
USB Flash Memory Disk
A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can provide
storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds,
and greater durability. When used in current operating systems, no
drivers are necessary.
USB Floppy Disk Drive
WARNING! To prevent system failures, use Windows “Safely
Remove Hardware” on the taskbar before disconnecting the USB
floppy disk drive. Eject the floppy disk before transporting the
Notebook PC to prevent damage from shock.
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 Windows
navigation to be more comfortable. Both the external USB keyboard
and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC’s built-in
keyboard and touchpad.
One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB
port or USB hub.Notebook PC User Manual
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 depending on the
installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of other
operating systems cannot be guaranteed.
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. If updates or
replacement of the support disc is necessary, contact your dealer for
web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities.
The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all
popular operating systems including those that have been pre-
installed. The support disc does not include the operating system
itself. The support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came
pre-configured in order to provide additional software not included
as part of the factory pre-install.
A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original
operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory. The
recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that
quickly restores the Notebook PC’s operating system to its original
working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working
order. Contact your retailer if you require such a solution.
Some of the Notebook PC’s components and features may not
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screens may differ by models and territories.Notebook PC User Manual
To set the password:
3. Re-type to confirm the password and press [Enter].
4. Password is then set.
To clear the password:
1. On the Security screen, select Setup Administrator Password
5. Password is then cleared.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced BootMain Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
Password Description
If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set,
then this only limits access to Setup and is
only asked for when entering Setup.
If ONLY the user’s password is set, then this
is a power on password and must be entered to
boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will
have Administrator rights.
Administrator Password NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Setup administrator password
If you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save
changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility.
If you want to restore default settings, choose Restore Defaults. You
must then save changes to keep the manufacture default settings.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced BootMain Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
Save Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Exit system setup after saving
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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
3. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and
ask an engineer for assistance.
Unknown Reason - System Unstable
Cannot wake up from the hibernation.
1. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were
installed after purchase.
2. If not the case, try MS System Restore to an earlier date.
3. If problem still persists, try restoring your system using the
recovery partition or DVD.
You must backup all your data to another location before
4. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and
ask an engineer for assistance.
Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey
The Hotkey (FN) is disabled.
A. Reinstall the “ATK0100” driver from the driver CD or download it
from the ASUS website.A-8
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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 and try again.
4. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and
ask an engineer for assistance.
Hardware Problem - Battery
Battery maintenance.
1. Register the Notebook PC for a one-year-warranty using the
http://member.asus.com/login.aspx?SLanguage=en-us
2. Do NOT remove the battery pack while using the Notebook
PC with the AC adaptor to prevent damage caused by the
accidental power loss. The ASUS battery pack has protection
circuitry to prevent over-charging so it will not damage the
battery pack if it is left in the Notebook PC.
Hardware Problem - Power ON/OFF Error
I cannot power ON the Notebook PC.
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. Power ON by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A)
6. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A)
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Symptom & Solutions:
A. Problem might be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center
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 another location
C. Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit
a local service center for replacement.
D. Battery problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a
local service center for repair.
Hardware Problem - Wireless Card
How to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless
A. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager. You will see whether
the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the “Network Adapter”
Mechanical Problem - FAN / Thermal
Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high?
1. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is
high and check whether there is air flow from the main air vent.
2. If you have many applications running (see taskbar), close them
to decrease system load.
3. The problem may also be caused by some viruses, use anti-virus
software to detect them.
4. If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the
recovery partition or DVD.
IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location
before recovering.A-10
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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
A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve your
problem. It is available on the ASUS website.
Unknown Reason - Blue screen with white text
A blue screen with white text appears after system bootup.
1. Remove additional memory. If additional memory was installed
after purchase, power OFF, remove the additional memory, and
power ON to see if the problem is due to incompatible memory.
2. Un-install software applications. If you have installed software
applications recently, they may not be compatible with your
system. Try to un-install them in Windows Safe Mode.
3. Check your system for viruses.
4. Update the BIOS to the latest version with Easy Flash in
Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode. These utilities and BIOS files
can be downloaded from the ASUS website.
WARNING! Ensure your Notebook PC does not lose power during
the BIOS flashing process.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
CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have
installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect
yourself from viruses.
Ensure that you install the “Intel INF Update” and “ATKACPI”
drivers first so that hardware devices can be recognized.
6. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and
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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
3. Use the “Start Easy Flash” function on the Advanced page of the
BIOS Setup Utility. Follow the instructions shown.
4. Locate the latest BIOS file and start updating (flashing) the BIOS.
5. You must “Restore Defaults” on the Exit page after updating
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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 network drive and make note of any customized configuration
settings (such as network settings).
About the Recovery Partition
The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive
used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed
on your Notebook PC at the factory.
IMPORTANT! DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY.
The Recovery Partition is created at the factory and cannot be
restored if deleted. Take
your Notebook PC to an
authorized ASUS service
center if you have problems
with the recovery process.
Using the Recovery Partition:
1. Press [F9] during bootup.
2. Press [Enter] to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled].
3. Select the language you want to recover and click Next.
4. Read the ASUS Preload Wizard messages and click Next.
5. Select a partition option and click Next. Partition options:
Recover Windows to first partition only.
This option deletes only the first partition and allows you to keep other
partitions, and to create a new system partition as drive “C”.
Recover Windows to entire HD.
This option deletes all partitions from your hard disk drive and creates
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Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions.
This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two
new partitions “C” (40%) and “D” (60%).
6. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and
Using Recovery DVD (on selected models)
Creating the Recovery DVD:
1. Double-click the AI Recovery Burner icon on the Window
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete creating the
Prepare enough blank writable DVDs as instructed to create the
IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before
performing system recovery on your Notebook PC. According
to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up
Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect
drive partition.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 Recovery DVD.
3. Select OK to start to restore the image.
4. Select OK to confirm the system recovery.
Restoring will overwrite your hard drive. Ensure to back up all
your important data before the system recovery.
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery
WARNING: DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed
to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will
Ensure to connect the power adapter to your Notebook PC when
performing system recovery. Unstable power supply may cause
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and
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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
use of both CD and DVD discs.
Regional Playback Information
Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital
AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes
called copy guard) is the name given to the content protection
scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to
protect against unlawful content duplication.
Although the design rules imposed on CSS licensors are many, one rule
that is most relevant is playback restrictions on regionalized content. In
order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases, DVD video
titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in “Region
Definitions” below. Copyright laws require that all DVD movies be
limited to a particular region (usually coded to the region at which it is
sold). While DVD movie content may be released for multiple regions,
CSS design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS
encrypted content must only be capable of playing one region.
The region setting may be changed up to five times using the
viewer software, then it can only play DVD movies for the last
region setting. Changing the region code after that will require
factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting
is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of
the user.Notebook PC User Manual
Canada, US, US Territories
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, Switzerland,
Syria, Turkey, UK, Greece, Former Yugoslav Republics, Slovakia
Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore,
Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam
Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, New
Zealand, Pacific Islands, South America
CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on
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 European, African, and South West Asian countries and their
territories; Australia and New Zealand.
Region C Central, South Asian, Eastern European countries and their territories;
Refer to Blu-ray Disc website at www.blu-raydisc.com/en/
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 the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due
to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different
countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional
assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network
termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your
equipment supplier in the first instance.
On 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the
CTR 21 has been published in the Official Journal of the EC. The CTR
21 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMF-dialling
which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN (Public
Switched Telephone Network).
CTR 21 (Common Technical Regulation) for the attachment
requirements for connection to the analogue public switched
telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal
equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service)
in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of dual tone
multifrequency signalling.
Network Compatibility Declaration
Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and
the vendor: “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”A-20
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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 manufacturer
shall also associate a statement to make it clear where network
compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings.
It will also advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use
the equipment on another network.”
Up to now the Notified Body of CETECOM issued several pan-
European approvals using CTR 21. The results are Europe’s first
modems which do not require regulatory approvals in each
individual European country.
Answering machines and loud-speaking telephones can be eligible
as well as modems, fax machines, auto-dialers and alarm systems.
Equipment in which the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled
by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also
cordless telephones) is excluded.Notebook PC User Manual
This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21
Czech Republic No Not Applicable
Hungary No Not Applicable
Italy Still Pending Still Pending
Poland No Not Applicable
Portugal No Not Applicable
Spain No Not Applicable
United Kingdom Yes NoA-22
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This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without
liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.
de/technologies/ctr_21.html
1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use
pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the
equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which
would make any additional testing superfluous).
In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series
connection and caller ID facilities.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 received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to
meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the
nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only
the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to
connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that
changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate
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(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
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment. “The manufacture declares that
this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2.4GHz
frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA.”
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact
to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must
follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
Declaration of Conformity
(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)
The following items were completed and are considered relevant
• Essential requirements as in [Article 3]
• Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a]
• Testing for electric safety according to [EN 60950]
• Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in
• Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN
• Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2]
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 wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/
EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999
governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual
recognition of conformity.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact
to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must
follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference and
• This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel
Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated
indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is
subject to licensing.A-26
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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 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 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz
Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to
There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on
the private property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary
authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum
authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.5–2483.5 MHz band. Use
outdoors on public property is not permitted.
In the departments listed below, for the entire 2.4 GHz band:
• Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW
• Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW Departments in which the use of the 2400–2483.5 MHz band is
permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than
90 Territoire de Belfort 94 Val de Marne
This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use
your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check
with ART for the latest information (http://www.arcep.fr)
Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than
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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 installed or used in accordance with the National
Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
When using the Notebook PC modem, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and injury to persons, including the following:
• DO NOT use the Notebook PC near water, for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
• DO NOT use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. There
may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• DO NOT use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.
Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and
secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources
in products. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium
alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of a single electrochemical
cell or two or more cells connected in series, parallel, or both, that
convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or
reversible chemical reaction.
• Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as
they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due
to fire or explosion.
• Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to
reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use
only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the
manufacturer or authorized retailers.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:
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization,
and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish
the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at
http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
Note to CATV System Installer—Cable distribution system should be
grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National
Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of
Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable – installation should
include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the earth at the
building entrance.A-30
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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. (English)
ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in
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 performing procedures
other than those specified in the user’s manual may result in
hazardous laser exposure. Do not attempt to disassemble the
optical drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only
by an authorized service provider.
Service warning label
CAUTION! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the
U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations
for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to
laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is
mandatory for products marketed in the United States.
WARNING! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser
product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation
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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 copyright protection technology
must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only
authorized by Macrovision Corporation
. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.Notebook PC User Manual
(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S.
Department of Energy helping us all save money
and protect the environment through energy
efficient products and practices.
All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the
ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature
is enabled by default. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/
powermanagement for detail information on power management
and its benefits to the environment. In addition, please visit http://
www.energystar.gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR complied product
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
2. Limited use of toxic heavy metals.
3. Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and
4. Reduction of the use of natural resources by encouraging
5. Designed for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through
providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power
supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive
6. Reduced solid waste through takeback policy.
For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the
European Union Eco-label website at
http://ec.europe.eu/environment/ecolabel/.A-36
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Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and
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, ASUS disclose the relevant information
based on regulation requirements.
Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.htm for
information disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS is
Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations
EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS Swiss Energy Laws
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment
to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe
in providing solutions for our customers to be able to responsibly
recycle our products, batteries and other components as well as
the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/
Takeback.htm for detail recycling information in different region.Notebook PC User Manual
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In each such instance, regardless of the basis on which you are
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This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the
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