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E2343 / Dec 2005

Notebook PC

Hardware User’s Manual

Содержание A7D

Страница 1: ...E2343 Dec 2005 Notebook PC Hardware User s Manual ...

Страница 2: ...y Power 22 Charging the Battery Pack 22 Powering ON the Notebook PC 24 The Power On Self Test POST 24 Checking Battery Power 25 Battery Care 25 Restarting or Rebooting 26 Powering OFF 26 Special Keyboard Functions 27 Microsoft Windows Keys 26 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad 27 Keyboard as Cursors 27 Colored Hot Keys 28 Instant Keys and Status Indicators 29 Instant Keys 29 Status Indicators above keyb...

Страница 3: ...ons 43 Network Connection 44 Modem Connection 42 IR Wireless Communication on selected models 44 Bluetooth Wireless Connection on selected models 47 Wireless LAN Connection on selected models 46 Power Management Modes 49 Full Power Mode Maximum Performance 49 ACPI 49 Suspend Mode 49 Power Savings 49 Power State Summary 49 Thermal Power Control 49 Stand by and Hibernate 50 Multimedia Connections on...

Страница 4: ...4 Contents Appendix 55 Optional Accessories 56 Glossary 58 Declarations and Safety Statements 62 Notebook PC Information 74 ...

Страница 5: ...5 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC ...

Страница 6: ... on using the Notebook PC s components 5 Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information Notes For This Manual A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely These notes have different degrees of importance as described below NOTE Tips and information for spe cial ...

Страница 7: ...an vents DO NOT throw batteries in fires as they may explode Check local codes for special battery disposal instruc tions DO NOT expose to extreme tempera tures below 0 C 32 F otherwise the Notebook PC may not boot DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged DO NOT place or drop objects on top ...

Страница 8: ...es much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use 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 ...

Страница 9: ...ry pack 3 Open the Display Panel 4 Turn ON the Notebook PC 2 Connect the AC Power Adapter Press the power button and release In Windows XP this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC 1 3 2 WARNING When opening do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel PREY NEXT STOP PLAY PAUSE PREY NEXT STOP PLA...

Страница 10: ...10 1 Introducing the Notebook PC ...

Страница 11: ...11 2 Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC ...

Страница 12: ...g and other interactive applications Microphone The built in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing voice narrations or simple audio recordings PREV NEXT STOP PLAY PAUSE 1 2 4 3 5 7 6 9 10 11 12 8 8 2 3 1 WARNING When opening do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel Display Panel Button Press the displ...

Страница 13: ...ng system 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 Instant Keys Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button Details are described in section 3 Stereo Speakers The built in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments The multi media sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich vibrant sound results improved wi...

Страница 14: ...emperatures are normal during charging or operation DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON THE LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT Central Processor CPU Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the future Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may not be upgraded Visit an authorized service center or retail...

Страница 15: ... The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit 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 Battery Lock Manual The manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured Move th...

Страница 16: ...ion can receive analog TV depending on paid services The provided adapter is necessary to change the coaxial plug to fit the slim Notebook PC 2 0 USB Port 2 0 1 1 The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such as keyboards pointing devices cameras hard disk drives printers and scanners con nected in a series up to 12Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows...

Страница 17: ...mplified speakers or headphones Using this jack automatically disables the built in speakers Combo 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 Wireless LAN Switch The Notebook PC s internal wireless LAN can be turned ON or OFF instantly using this physical switch Turn OFF the internal LAN to save power when running on battery power When enabled the wireless LAN LED will light Windows software settings are necessary to use th...

Страница 18: ...g the tray You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows My Computer Power DC Input 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 alw...

Страница 19: ... can choose be tween simultaneouly or single display Use an S Video cable not provided for high quality displays or use the provided RCA to S Video adapter for standard video devices This port supports both NTSC and PAL formats 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 ...

Страница 20: ...r Control Buttons There are several CD control buttons integrated externally on the Notebook PC for convenient CD playing The buttons activate and control your operating system s software audio player when the Notebook PC is ON When your Notebook PC is OFF the CD control buttons activate a hardware CD player function that allows you to listen to audio CDs without software See section 3 for more in...

Страница 21: ...ng Started 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 Instant Keys and Status Indicators ...

Страница 22: ... with surge protection and then connect the DC plug to the Notebook PC Connecting the AC DC adapter to theAC outlet first allows you to test the AC outlet s power and the AC DC converter itself for compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the Notebook PC The green power LED on the adapter lights up if the power is within accepted ranges IMPORTANT Damage may occur if you use a diffe...

Страница 23: ...tery 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 Charging the Battery Pack Before you use your Notebook PC on the road you will have to cha...

Страница 24: ...ur data immediately and run Windows disk checking program To run Window s disk checking program 1 right click any hard disk drive icon in My Computer 2 choose Properties 3 click the Tools tab 4 click Check Now 5 select a hard disk drive 6 select Thorough to also check for physical damages and 7 click Start Third party disk utilities such as Symantec s Norton Disk Doctor can also perform the same f...

Страница 25: ...e number times it can be recharged Fully draining and charging the battery once a day every day will last over a year but how long beyond that 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 29 C 50 F and 85 F You must also take into account that the Notebook PC s internal temperature...

Страница 26: ...tems and then power OFF by holding the power switch for 2 seconds as opposed to 1 second to power ON Holding the power switch for 2 seconds is necessary in order to prevent accidental power OFFs IMPORTANT To protect the hard drive wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON Screens are different depending on security settings IMPORTANT Do not use emergency ...

Страница 27: ...e 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 activa...

Страница 28: ...LAN or Bluetooth F2 F5 Filled Sun Icon F5 Decreases the display brightness F6 Open Sun Icon F6 Increases the display brightness F7 LCD Icon F7 Toggles the display panel ON and OFF This also stretches your screen area on certain models to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes F8 LCD Monitor Icons F8 Toggles between the Notebook PC s LCD display and an external monitor in this seri...

Страница 29: ...g various events When you are using an AC power adapter Power4 Gear will switch between three modes in the AC power mode segment When you remove the AC adapter Power4 Gear will switch between seven modes in the battery DC mode segment When you remove or apply theAC adapter Power4 Gear will automatically shift you up or down into the proper mode segment AC or DC Super Performance High Performance G...

Страница 30: ...ing one or more storage device s such as the hard disk The light flashes proportional to the access time Number Lock 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 Indicates that capital lock Caps Lock is activated when lighted Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters t...

Страница 31: ... are necessary to use the wireless LAN Email Indicator Flashes when there is one or more new email s in your email program s inbox This function requires software setup and may not be currently configured on your Notebook PC This function is designed for Microsoft email software only and may not work with email software from other companies PREV NEXT STOP PLAY PAUSE Battery Charge Indicator The ba...

Страница 32: ...pauses CD play CD Stop During CD stop Ejects the CD tray During CD play Stops CD play CD Skip to Previous Track Rewind Audio Volume Down During CD play this button has two functions Track The first push will restart the current track The second push will skip to the previous track Audio Hold down to decrease audio volume CD Skip to Next Track Fast Forward Audio Volume Up During CD play this button...

Страница 33: ... PC card or ExpressCard depending on model Optical Drive Hard Disk Drive Connections Modem Connection Network Connection IR Wireless Communication Bluetooth Wireless Connection Wireless LAN Connection Power Management Modes Multimedia Connections Audio Video Remote Controller ...

Страница 34: ...er for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities The support CD contains all drivers utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that have been pre installed The support CD does not include the operating system itself The support CD is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre configured in order to provide additional software not included as pa...

Страница 35: ...s all that is required to operate the touchpad Because the touchpad is electrostatic sensitive objects cannot be used in place of your fingers The touchpad s primary function is to move the cursor around or select items displayed on the screen with the use of your fingertip instead of a standard desktop mouse The following illustrations demonstrate proper use of the touchpad Moving The Cursor Plac...

Страница 36: ...e double click speed using the Windows Control Panel Mouse The following 2 examples produce the same results press the left button twice and release lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad twice press the left cursor button and release lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad Clicking Tapping With the cursor over an item press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly keep...

Страница 37: ...ing the cursor to the desired location then release the button Or you can simply double tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with your fingertip The following illustrations produce the same results hold left button and slide finger on touchpad lightly strike the touchpad twice sliding finger on touchpad during second strike Dragging Clicking Dragging Tapping NOTE A software controlled ...

Страница 38: ...ee different PC Card standards actually have different thicknesses Type I cards are 3 3mm Type II cards are 5mm and Type III cards are 10 5mm thick Type I and Type II cards can be used in a single socket and Type III cards take up two sockets 32 bit CardBus Support CardBus support allows PC Cards and their hosts to use 32 bit bus mastering and operate at speeds of up to 33MHz transferring data in ...

Страница 39: ...it using the Removing a PC Card instruc tions below 2 Insert the PC card with the connector side first and label side up Standard PC cards will be flush with the Notebook PC when fully inserted Be sure the PC card is level when inserting 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 ...

Страница 40: ... obstructions that may get jammed under the drive s tray 3 Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc s printed side up Push down on both sides of the disc s center until the disc snaps onto the hub The hub should be higher than the disc when correctly mounted 4 Slowly push the drive s tray back in The drive will begin reading the table of contents TOC on the disc When the drive stops the disc is...

Страница 41: ...g hotkeys or Windows speaker icon on the taskbar Using the Optical Drive Optical discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers Unlike desktop optical drives the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle When inserting a CD it is important that the CD be press...

Страница 42: ...izes the high bandwidth PCI bus Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and CD ROM drives Enhanced IDE drives provide a reliable fast and cost effective mass storage solution in the PC storage industry The high speed transfer modes supported are UltraATA 100 up to 100MB sec and PIO mode 4 up to 16 6MB sec The Notebook PC com...

Страница 43: ...e modem connection WARNING Only use analog telephone outlets The built in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems Do not connect the RJ 11 to digital phone systems found in many commercial buildings or else damage will occur Example of the Notebook PC connected to a telephone jack for use with the built in modem Connections Modem Connection The telephone wire used to conne...

Страница 44: ...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 is required 1000BASE T or Gigabit is only supported on selected models Twisted Pair Cable The cable used to connect th...

Страница 45: ...ansmit or receive data files with other systems equipped with an infrared port Guidelines for using IR communication Follow the guidelines listed below when using the Infrared IR Communication The angle between two Infrared communication ports should not exceed 15 The distance between the Notebook PC s IR and target device IR should not exceed 12 inches 30 cm Do not move either the Notebook PC or ...

Страница 46: ...etooth 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 ex...

Страница 47: ...ou 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 WPA features Infrastructure mode The Infrastructure mode allows t...

Страница 48: ...tead of disabling all power management features ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Management ACPI was developed by Intel Microsoft and Toshiba especially for Windows and later to control power management and Plug and Play features ACPI is the new standard in power management for Notebook PCs NOTE APM was used in older operating systems like Windows NT4 and Windows 98 Because newer operating sy...

Страница 49: ...r STD Power button Shut down through Windows Start button 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 t...

Страница 50: ...ll applications and ask if you want to save your work if any are not saved Stand by 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 To operate select Start Shut down and Stand by Hibernate is the same as Suspend to Disk STD and stores your current data ...

Страница 51: ...n selected regions Note Digital television reception is available on selected models only and will vary by loca tion depending on distance from transmission towers and obstructions Cable connection Connect the coaxial cable from a paid television service roof mounted aerial antenna or indoor rabbit ears to the cable adapter Cable service connection can receive analog TV depending on paid services ...

Страница 52: ...between two channels in TV mode Goes to previous Starts or stops recording Changes channel up or down Goes to next Stops playing Starts the radio listening application Radio on selected models only Scrolls up Opens TV viewing application Opens picture viewer application Opens video viewer application Scrolls left Increases or decreases audio volume Starts the DVD player application or opens menu i...

Страница 53: ... Jumps between two channels in TV mode Goes to previous Starts or stops recording Changes channel up or down Goes to next Stops playing Starts the radio listening application Radio on selected models only Scrolls up Opens TV viewing application Opens picture viewer application Opens video viewer application Scrolls left Increases or decreases audio volume Starts the DVD player application or opens...

Страница 54: ...tion Executes selection and zooms viewing Jumps between two channels in TV mode Opens menu in DVD mode Goes to previous Increases or decreases audio volume Starts or stops recording Changes channel up or down Changes arrow keys to keys in TV mode Battery compartment 3V CR1225 button type Goes to next Stops playing Plays audio or video This side inserts first when storing in the Notebook PC Card sl...

Страница 55: ...55 Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information ...

Страница 56: ...SB communication cables between computers through the USB ports will allow basic file transfer capabilities between the comput ers whether they be Notebook PC s Desktop PC s or a combination of both USB 2 0 Slim Combo Drive Optional The slim combo drive features FlextraLink anti coaster technology and FlextraSpeed recording technology to help prevent writing unusable discs minimizes CPU loading to...

Страница 57: ... dard WARNING To prevent system failures use Safely Remove Hardware on the taskbar before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive Eject the floppy disk before transporting the Note book PC to prevent damage from shock USB Floppy Disk Drive An optional USB interface floppy disk drive can accept a standard 1 44MB or 720KB 3 5 inch floppy diskette USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyb...

Страница 58: ...58 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 ...

Страница 59: ...at affect how the computer transfers data between computer components such as memory disks and the display adapter The BIOS instructions are built into the computer s read only memory BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM Bit Binary Digit Represents the smallest unit of...

Страница 60: ...ware Hardware is a general term referring to the physical components of a computer system including pe ripherals such as printers modems and pointing devices IDE Integrated Drive Electronics IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself eliminating the need for a separate adapter card in the case for SCSI devices UltraDMA 66 or 100 IDE devices can achieve up to 33M...

Страница 61: ...urce directly or by specular reflection These lasers cannot produce hazardous diffuse reflections Personnel working with these lasers should wear appropriate protective eyewear during any operation of the laser Class 3B lasers have both adminis trative and physical controls to protect personnel Physical controls include limited access work areas Administrative controls include special warning sign...

Страница 62: ...ating system TPM Trusted Platform Module on selected models The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that will hold computer generated keys for encryption It is a hardware based solution that can help avoid attacks by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data The TPM provides the ability to the PC or notebook to run applications more secure and to ...

Страница 63: ... 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 Region Definitions Region 1 Canada US US Territories Region 2 Czech Egypt Finland France Germany Gulf States Hu...

Страница 64: ...g 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 Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to b...

Страница 65: ...Yes Norway Yes No Poland No Not Applicable Portugal No Not Applicable Spain No Not Applicable Sweden Yes No Switzerland Yes No United Kingdom Yes No 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 manufacture...

Страница 66: ... to operate the equipment Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference and Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived includinginterferencethatmaycauseundesiredoperation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digit...

Страница 67: ...ireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the documentation provided with the product Use only with the supplied antenna Unauthorized antenna modification or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations Any changes or modifications including the antennas made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may v...

Страница 68: ...ents in which the use of the 2400 2483 5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors 01 Ain Orientales 02 Aisne 03 Allier 05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Ariège 11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente 24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Drôme 32 Gers 36 Indre 37 Indre et Loire 41 Loir et Cher 45 Loiret 50 Manche 55 Meuse 58 Nièvre 59 Nord 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 P...

Страница 69: ... for UL 1642 covering primary nonrechargeable and secondary rechargeable lithium bat teries 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 revers ible c...

Страница 70: ...g må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren Danish VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion Swedish VAROITUS Paristovoiräjähtää josseonvirheellisestiasennettu Vaihdaparistoainoastaanlaitevalm...

Страница 71: ...RNING Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazard ous radiation exposure 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 Macrovis...

Страница 72: ...72 A Appendix Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish CTR 21 Approval for Notebook PC with built in Modem ...

Страница 73: ...73 Appendix A ...

Страница 74: ...anufacturer _____________________________ Type ______________ BIOS Version __________________________________________Date ______________ Accessories _____________________________________________________________ Accessories _____________________________________________________________ Software Operating System __________Version ___________ Serial Number ______________ Software _________________Vers...

Страница 75: ...fringe SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFOR MATIONALUSEONLY ANDARESUBJECTTOCHANGEATANYTIMEWITHOUTNOTICE ANDSHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LI ABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAYAPPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Copyright 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Righ...

Страница 76: ...ss usa asus com Technical support General support tel 1 502 995 0883 Online support http vip asus com eservice techserv aspx Notebook tel 1 510 739 3777 x5110 Support fax 1 502 933 8713 ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany Austria Company address Harkort Str 25 D 40880 Ratingen Germany General tel 49 2102 95990 Web site address www asuscom de General fax 49 2102 959911 Online contact www asuscom de sales Te...

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