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Notebook PC Hardware Users Manual ASUS WIDE SCREEN N OTEBO OK OFF ON E2896 / Oct 2006 Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This Users Manual ..........................................................................................6 Notes For This Manual...........................................................................................6 Preparing your Notebook PC......................................................................................9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side....................................................................................................................12 Bottom Side..............................................................................................................14 Left Side ...................................................................................................................16 Right Side.................................................................................................................18 Rear Side..................................................................................................................20 Front Side.................................................................................................................21 3. Getting Started Power System ..........................................................................................................24 Using AC Power...................................................................................................24 Using Battery Power............................................................................................25 Battery Care.........................................................................................................25 Powering ON the Notebook PC...........................................................................26 The Power-On Self Test (POST)..........................................................................26 Checking Battery Power ......................................................................................27 Charging the Battery Pack...................................................................................27 Restarting or Rebooting.......................................................................................28 Powering OFF......................................................................................................28 Special Keyboard Functions.....................................................................................29 Colored Hot Keys.................................................................................................29 Microsoft Windows Keys......................................................................................31 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad .........................................................................31 Keyboard as Cursors...........................................................................................31 Switches and Status Indicators ................................................................................32 Switches...............................................................................................................32 Status Indicators..................................................................................................33 2 Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System.....................................................................................................36 Support Software.................................................................................................36 Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models) .........................................36 Pointing Device.........................................................................................................37 Using the Touchpad .............................................................................................37 Touchpad Usage Illustrations...............................................................................38 Caring for the Touchpad.......................................................................................39 Storage Devices.......................................................................................................40 Expansion Card ...................................................................................................40 Optical Drive ........................................................................................................41 Flash Memory Card Reader ................................................................................43 Hard Disk Drive....................................................................................................43 Connections..............................................................................................................44 Modem Connection..............................................................................................44 Network Connection ............................................................................................45 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) .................................................46 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) .........................................47 Power Management Modes......................................................................................48 Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance ........................................................48 ACPI.....................................................................................................................48 Suspend Mode.....................................................................................................48 Power Savings.....................................................................................................48 Power State Summary.........................................................................................49 Thermal Power Control........................................................................................49 Stand by and Hibernate.......................................................................................50 Appendix Optional Accessories................................................................................................52 Glossary ...................................................................................................................54 Declarations and Safety Statements........................................................................58 Notebook PC Information.........................................................................................68 3 Contents 4 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This Users Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC 5 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This Users Manual You are reading the Notebook PC Users Manual. This Users Manual provides informa-

tion on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this Users Manuals:

1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this Users Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PCs components. 3. Getting Started Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC. 4. Using the Notebook PC Gives you information on using the Notebook PCs 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 special situations. TIP: Tips and useful information for completing tasks. IMPORTANT! Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to data, com-

ponents, or persons. WARNING! Important information that must be followed for safe operation. Text enclosed in < > or [ ] represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the

< > or [ ] and the enclosed letters.

6 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and

benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before clean-

ing. 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. DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display

small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty en-

vironments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak. DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the body in order to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. SAFE TEMP: This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5C (41F) and 35C (95F) DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic

DONOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during an electrical storm. Battery safety warning:

DO NOT DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery. INPUT RATING: Refer to the rating label on the bottom of the Notebook PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with the rating. DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any ma-

terials that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag. 7 1 Introducing the Notebook PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripher-

als to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drives 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 and display panel. CAUTION: The Notebook PCs surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Be careful not to rub or scrape the Notebook PC surfaces. 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. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restric-

tions 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. 8 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed informa-

tion on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 3 1 2 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK 1.3 MEGA PIXELS OFF ON ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK IMPORTANT! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Note-

book PC by the display panel!

OFF ON Press the power button and release.

(In Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.) 9 1 Introducing the Notebook PC 10 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself. 11 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory. 1 10 6 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 12

(continued on next page) 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Knowing the Parts 2 Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use. The camera may be auto-activated by supported software. Camera (on selected models) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video con-

ferencing and other interactive applications. Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an

so it is easier on the eyes. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel. Audio Speakers The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Audio features are software controlled. Instant Keys Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button.

are described in section 3. Keyboard 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 system. Fingerprint Scanner

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. 10 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in section 3. 13 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 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 tempera-

tures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas 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. 14 Knowing the Parts 2 Battery Pack 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 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 in-

serted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment 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 retailer for information on upgrades. WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty. Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Addi-

tional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The

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 reliability. Cooling Fan The cooling fan is activated to remove excess heat depending on temperature threshold settings. IMPORTANT! Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may occur. Shutdown Button (Emergency) In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button can be pressed with a straightened paper clip to shutdown the Notebook PC. Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done by authorized service centers or dealers only. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 15 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Display (Monitor) Output

or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. TV-Out Port The TV-Out port is an S-Video connector that allows routing the Notebook PCs display to a television or video projection device. You can choose between simultaneously 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. Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating of the Notebook PC may occur. USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) 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. ExpressCard Slot One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.)

(continued on next page) 1 2 3 4 2.0 5 16 Knowing the Parts 2 6 Flash Memory Slot Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile

not only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus. 17 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook

tions for details on each model. 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

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 My Computer. 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. o b m o C SPDIF Output Jack

entertainment system. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PCs audio out signal to

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. 18 Knowing the Parts 2 7 8 Modem Port The RJ-11 modem port with two pins is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standard telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to 56K V.90 transfers. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. IMPORTANT! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC. LAN Port 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. 19 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 4 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) 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. 2 3 4 Battery Pack 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 must be purchased as a single unit. Power (DC) Input

plied 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 adapter. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 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

Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. 20 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Knowing the Parts 2 1 1 Status Indicators (front) Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in section 3. 21 3 Getting Started 22 3. Getting 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 Switches and Status Indicators 23 3 Getting Started Power System Using AC Power 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

PC. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal

the power cord to any 100V-120V as well as 220V-

240V outlets without setting switches or using

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 sup-

port 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. TIP: You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that includes power and modem adapters for almost every country.

cator on the adapter (if available) will light if the power is within accepted ranges. IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PCs adapter to power other electrical devices. If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servic-

ing. 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. NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory. If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC. 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. 24 Getting Started 3 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. IMPORTANT! 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:

To remove the battery pack:

3 1 2 3 2 1 IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook

else damage may occur to the Notebook PC. Battery Care The Notebook PCs battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. The battery packs useful life will depend on your environment temperature, humidity, and

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 packs 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.

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. 25 3 Getting Started Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PCs 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

be presented with a boot menu with selections to boot from your available drives.

part of the Notebook PCs test routine and is not a problem with the display. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turn-

ing OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. WARNING! DO NOT carry or cover a Notebook PC that is powered ON with any materi-

als that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag. The Power-On Self Test (POST)

tic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PCs architecture. The POST includes a record of the Notebook PCs

by using the BIOS Setup program. If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the exist-

BIOS Setup. In most cases the record should be correct when you receive the Notebook PC. When the

preloaded with an operating system. This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system. 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 Windows 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 Symantecs Norton

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 loss. 26 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

features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel. To check the remaining battery power, move your cursor over the power icon. The power icon is a battery when not using AC power

more information and settings. NOTE: 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). Getting Started 3 Move your mouse over the battery icon for remaining power information. When the AC power is connected, charging status will be shown. Note: Screen captures shown here are examples only and may not re-

Right-click the battery icon for sub-menus. Left-click the battery icon for power management settings. WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is depleted. Suspend-to-Disk (STD) is not the same as power OFF. STD requires a small amount of power and will fail if no power is available due to complete battery depletion or no power supply (e.g. removing both the power adapter and battery pack). 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.

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 charge light turns OFF when the battery pack is charged. NOTE: The battery stops charging if the temperature is too high or the battery voltage is too high. BIOS provides a smart battery refreshing function. If the battery calibration process fails, stop charging and contact an authorized service center. 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. 27 3 Getting Started 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, click

then choose Restart.

(Screens are different depending on security settings.) Powering OFF In Windows XP, power OFF the Notebook PC by

and then choose Turn off (or Shut down). For oper-

ating systems without proper power management

and exit operating systems 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 ac-

cidental power-OFFs. IMPORTANT! To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON. Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are two additional ways to shutdown your Notebook PC:

(1) Hold the power button over 4 seconds, or (2) Press the shutdown button

. TIP: Use a straightened paper clip to press the shutdown button. IMPORTANT! Do not use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. 28 Getting Started 3 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys

key while pressing a key with a colored command. OFF ON 1.3 MEGA PIXELS ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK NOTE: 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. Zz Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-

Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Blue-

tooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with an on-screen-display. When enabled, the cor-

responding wireless indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth. Envelope Icon (F3): Pressing this button will launch your Email application while Win-

dows is running. e Icon (F4): Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is running. Filled Sun Icon (F5):

Open Sun Icon (F6):

Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. This also stretches your screen

LCD/MonitorIcons(F8):

IMPORTANT:

Connect an external monitor before booting up the Notebook PC. Crossed-out Touchpad (F9)-

cursor while typing and is best used with an external pointing device such as a mouse. Note:

Speaker Icons (F10):

Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS)

(continued on next page) 29 3 Getting Started Colored Hot Keys (Cont.) Speaker Down Icon (F11):

Speaker Up Icon (F12):

Increases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Num Lk (Ins): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the Scroll Lock ON and OFF. Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Fn+C: Toggles Splendid Video Intelligent Technology function ON and OFF. This al-

lows switching between different display color enhancement modes in order to improve contrast, brightness, skin tone, and color saturation for red, green, and blue independently.

OSD Icons 30 Getting Started 3 Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below. The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Win-

dows desktop. The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with a small cursor, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object. 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

FnIns/Num LK

Ins/Num LK keyboard enables/disables the NumLock on both keyboards simultaneously. To disable the numeric keypad while keeping

FnIns/Num LK Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors 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 OFFFn

Fn8Fn

FnUFnO With Number Lock ONShift

Shift8ShiftK

ShiftUShiftO NOTE: The arrow symbols are illustrated here for your reference. They are not labeled on the keyboard as shown here. 31 3 Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators Switches 1.3 MEGA PIXELS ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK OFF ON Power4 Gear+ Key The Power4 Gear+ button 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. When you are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear+ will switch between modes in the AC power mode segment. When you remove the AC adapter, Power4 Gear+ will switch between modes

Battery Mode AC Mode Wireless Switch 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 or Bluetooth. Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from

XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. 32 Status Indicators Front Getting Started 3 1.3 MEGA PIXELS ASUS WIDE SCREEN NOTEBOOK OFF ON Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth. When the built-in wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth is enabled, this indicator will light. (Windows software settings are necessary.) Bluetooth Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT). This indicator will light to show that the Notebook PCs built-in Bluetooth (BT) function is activated. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Note-

book PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook

Battery Charge Indicator

ON: The Notebook PCs battery is charging when AC power is connected. OFF: The Notebook PCs battery is charged or completely drained. Blinking: Battery power is less than 10% and the AC power is not connected. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard

Number Lock Indicator

of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier numeric data input. Capital Lock Indicator

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). 33 4 Using the Notebook PC 34 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices Expansion Card Optical drive Flash memory reader Hard disk drive Connections Modem Connection Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection Bluetooth Wireless Connection Power Management Modes 35 4 Using the Notebook PC Operating System This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed operat-

ing system such as Microsoft Windows XP. The choices and languages will depend on the territory. The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed. Support Software

plications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. If

sites to download individual software drivers and utilities.

provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install.

the Notebook PCs 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. Note: Some of the Notebook PCs components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed. Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models) Notebook PC models with newer chipsets will automatically disable the Notebook PCs touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached. To turn OFF this feature, deselect the option in Windows Control Panel - Mouse Properties - Device Settings. 36 Pointing Device The Notebook PCs integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-but-

ton 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. IMPORTANT! Do not use any objects in

pad or else damage may occur to the touchpads surface. Using the Touchpad

required to operate the touchpad. Because the touch-

pad is electrostatic sensitive, objects cannot be used in

is to move the cursor around or select items displayed

a standard desktop mouse. The following illustrations demonstrate proper use of the touchpad. Moving The Cursor

slide in a direction to move the cursor. Using the Notebook PC 4 Cursor Movement Right Click Left Click

forward

left

right

backward 37 4 Using the Notebook PC Touchpad Usage Illustrations Clicking/Tapping -

change color. The following 2 examples produce the same results. Clicking Tapping Press the left cursor button and release. Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad. Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select. Move the cursor over the icon you wish to execute, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the corresponding program. 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 2 examples produce the same results. Double-Clicking Double-Tapping Press the left button twice and release. Lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad twice. 38 Using the Notebook PC 4 Dragging - move the cursor over the item you select, and while keeping the left button depressed, moving the cursor to the desired location, then release the button. Or, you can simply double-tap on the item and hold while

Dragging-Tapping Dragging-Clicking

touchpad during second strike. NOTE: A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. Basic functions can be adjusted at the Windows control panel to allow comfortable clicking and tapping. 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. Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease.

NOTE: 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 to light pressure. 39 4 Using the Notebook PC Storage Devices

data storage devices. This Notebook PC has the following storage devices:

Expansion Card Optical drive Flash memory reader Hard disk drive Expansion Card One 26pin Express card slot is available to support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) Inserting an Expansion Card Be sure the ExpressCard is level when inserting. 3. Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the ExpressCard. Usually connectors can only be inserted in one orientation. Look for a sticker, icon, or marking on one side of the connector representing the top side. 1. If there is an ExpressCard socket protector, remove it using the Removing an Express-

Card instructions below. 2. Insert the ExpressCard with the connector side

inserted. Removing an Expansion Card The ExpressCard slot does not have an eject but-

ton. Press the ExpressCard inwards and release to eject the ExpressCard. Carefully pull the ejected ExpressCard out of the socket. 40 Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc Using the Notebook PC 4 1. While the Notebook PCs power is ON, press the drives eject button and the tray will eject out partially. 2. Gently pull on the drives front panel and slide the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch

sure there are no obstructions that may get jammed under the drives tray. 3. Hold the disc by the edge and face the discs printed side up. Push down on both sides of the discs center until the disc snaps onto the hub. The hub should be higher than the disc when correctly mounted. 4. Slowly push the drives tray back in. The drive will begin reading the table of contents (TOC) on the disc. When the drive stops, the disc is ready to be used. NOTE: It is normal to hear as well as feel the CD spinning with great intensity in the CD drive while data is read. 41 4 Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive (Cont.) Removing an optical disc Emergency eject Actual location will vary by model. Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub. The emergency eject is located in a hole on the op-

tical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray

use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. Note: Make sure not to stab the activity indicator located in the same area. Using the Optical Drive Optical discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved.

WARNING! If the CD disc is not properly locked onto the center hub, the CD can be damaged when the tray is closed. Always watch the CD closely while closing the tray slowly to prevent damage.

properly inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written

Listening to Audio CD

audio. You can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows speaker icon on the taskbar. 42 Using the Notebook PC 4 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards

Memory Sticks may be standard or with MagicGate technology. 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 high-bandwidth PCI bus. Supported Memory Types MS adapter MS (Memory Stick) Duo/Pro/Duo Pro/MG MS (Memory Stick) Magic Gate (MG) MS (Memory Stick) MS (Memory Stick) Select MMC (Multimedia Card) SD (Secure Digital) SD / MMC 5 1 2 M B MS / MS Pro IMPORTANT! Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, format-

ting, or deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur. Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than

able 2.5 (6.35cm) wide and approximately .374 (.95cm) high hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technol-

ogy) 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

43 4 Using the Notebook PC Connections NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, modem and/or network can be installed as an expansion card. Modem Connection The telephone wire used to connect the Notebook PCs internal modem should have either two or four wires (only two wires (telephone line #1) is used by the modem) and should have an RJ-11 connector on both ends. Connect one end to the modem port and the other end to an analog telephone wall socket (the ones found in residential buildings). Once the driver is setup, the modem is ready to use. NOTE: When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook PC in suspend (or sleep mode) or else you will disconnect the modem connection. Example of the Notebook PC connected to a telephone jack for use with the built-in modem:

Telephone connector is the smaller of the two. Telephone cables with RJ-11 connectors Telephone Wall Jack Telephone connection is optional CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG or higher. (see Glossary for more information) 44 Using the Notebook PC 4 Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Note-

book PC and the other end to a hub or switch. 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

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 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. LAN connector is the larger of the two. Network Hub or Switch Network cable with RJ-45 connectors 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!

45 4 Using the Notebook PC 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

less 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

meters between the client and the access point.

with a 64-bit/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) features. Ad-hoc mode The Ad-hoc mode allows the Notebook PC to connect to another wireless device. No access point (AP) is required in this wireless environment.

(All devices must install optional 802.11 wireless LAN adapters.) Infrastructure mode The Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC and other wireless devices to join a wireless network cre-

ated by an Access Point (AP) (sold separately) that provides a central link for wireless clients to commu-

nicate with each other or with a wired network.

(All devices must install optional 802.11 wireless LAN adapters.) 46 These are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network. Notebook PC Desktop PC PDA Notebook PC Desktop PC Access Point PDA Using the Notebook PC 4 Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Blue-

Note: 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

to connect to the Internet. You may also use it for SMS messaging. Bluetooth-enabled computers or PDAs

or share Internet or network connections. You may also make use of Bluetooth-enabled wireless keyboard or mouse. Pairing with Bluetooth-enabled devices

connect to it. Make sure the Bluetooth-enabled device is turned ON and ready to accept a pair. Launch Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth or select Add New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon if available.

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Programs | Bluetooth Add New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon Click New Connection from Bluetooth Settings. Follow the wizard to add Bluetooth devices. After complete, you should see your device in the window. 47 4 Using the Notebook PC 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 on demand. These low power modes are referred to as Stand by (or Suspend-to-RAM) and

operating system. When the Notebook PC is in either one of the power saving modes, the status will be

Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance The Notebook PC operates in Full Power mode when the power management function is disabled by

consumption, select Maximum Performance instead of disabling all power management features. ACPI

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 systems like Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows ME utilize ACPI, APM is no longer fully supported on this Notebook PC. Suspend Mode

devices are put in their lowest active state. The suspend mode is the lowest power state of the Notebook

Notebook PC). Power Savings

active state. The Notebook PC enters Stand by mode (low priority) when the system remains idle for a

To resume system operation, press any key. 48 Using the Notebook PC 4 Power State Summary STATE Stand by STR (Stand by)

(Suspend-to-RAM) STD (Hibernate)

(Suspend-to-Disk) Soft OFF ENTRY EVENT Stand by through Windows Start button Timer as set though Power Management in Windows Control Panel (higher priority) Hotkey (see Colored Hotkeys under Special Keyboard Functions in the previous section) Hotkey (see Colored Hotkeys under Special Keyboard Functions in the previous section)

Shut down through Windows Start button EXIT EVENT Any device Battery low Signal from modem port Power button or any key Power button Power button Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PCs thermal state. These power

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 exceeds the maximum safe upper limit. 49 4 Using the Notebook PC Stand by and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows the power

pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. Stand by 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 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 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 Stand by. To operate: Enable hibernation in Power Options and select Start | Shut down, and Hibernate. 50 Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information 51 A Appendix Optional Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Hub (Optional) Attaching an optional USB hub will increase your USB ports and allow you to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable. 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 PCs built-in keyboard and touchpad. USB Flash Memory Disk

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

(Safely Remove

PC to prevent damage from shock. 52 Appendix A Optional Connections These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub. 53 A Appendix Glossary

Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. APM (Advanced Power Management) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. AWG (American Wire Gauge) NOTE: This table is for general reference only and should not be used as a source of the American Wire Gauge standard as this table may not be current or complete. Gauge AWG 33 32 30 29 27 26 25 Diam

(mm) 0.18 0.19 0.20 0.25 0.30 0.35 0.40 0.45 Area

(mm2) 0.026 0.028 0.031 0.049 0.071 0.096 0.13 0.16 R

(ohm/km) 676 605 547 351 243 178 137 108 I@3A/mm2

(mA) 75 85 93 147 212 288 378 477 Gauge AWG 24 22 20 Diam

(mm) 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80 0.85 Area

(mm2) 0.20 0.24 0.28 0.33 0.39 0.44 0.50 0.57 R

(ohm/km) 87.5 72.3 60.7 51.7 44.6 38.9 34.1 30.2 I@3A/mm2

(mA) 588 715 850 1.0 A 1.16 A 1.32 A 1.51 A 1.70 A BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computers read-only

Bit (Binary Digit) Represents the smallest unit of data used by the computer. A bit can have one of two values: 0 or 1. Boot Boot means to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory. When the manual instructs you to boot your system (or computer), it means to turn ON your computer. Reboot means

will reboot your computer. Byte (Binary Term) One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character, punctuation mark, or other symbol. 54 Appendix A Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows the processors clock to be stopped and started at a known duty cycle. Clock throttling is used for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed. CPU (Central Processing Unit) The CPU, sometimes called Processor, actually functions as the brain of the computer. It interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored in memory. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computers operating system to communicate with devices such as VGA, audio, Ethernet, printer, or modem. DVD

to encompass home entertainment, computers, and business information with a single digital format,

ExpressCard ExpressCard slot is 26 pins and support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.) Hardware 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)

to 33MB/Sec transfer. IEEE1394 (1394) Also known as iLINK (Sony) or FireWire (Apple). 1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot-plugging capabilities like USB. The popular 1394a interface has a bandwidth of 400Mbits/sec and can handle up to 63 units on the same bus. The newer 1394b interface can support twice the speed and will appear in future models when peripherals support higher speeds. It is very likely

Infrared Port (IrDA) (on selected models)

red-equipped devices or computers up to 4Mbits/sec. This allows easy wireless synchronization with

a network. 55 A Appendix Kensington Locks Kensington locks (or compatible) allow the Notebook PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and

include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.

As lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards became

optically safe, requiring no controls (Class 1) to very hazardous, requiring strict controls (Class 4). CLASS1: A Class 1 laser or laser system emits levels of optical energy that are eye-safe and consequently require no controls. An example of this class of laser system is the checkout scanning device found in most grocery stores or lasers used in optical drives. CLASS 2 & CLASS 3A: Class 2 and Class 3A lasers emit visible, continuous-wave (CW) optical ra-

diation levels slightly above the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) level. Although these lasers can cause eye damage, their brightness usually causes observers to look away or blink before eye damage occurs. These lasers have strict administrative controls requiring placement of signs warning personnel not to stare directly into the beam. Class 3A lasers must not be viewed with optically-aided devices. CLASS 3B: Class 3B lasers, and Class 3A lasers with outputs of 2.5mW, are hazardous to personnel

appropriate protective eyewear during any operation of the laser. Class 3B lasers have both administra-

tive and physical controls to protect personnel. Physical controls include limited access work areas. Administrative controls include special warning signs posted outside the entrances to the laser work spaces and lights outside the entrances that warn personnel when the lasers are in use. CLASS 4: Class 4 lasers are high-power lasers that will cause damage to unprotected eyes and skin

be in a room where a Class 4 laser is operating without proper eye protection. PCI Bus (Peripheral Component Interconnect Local Bus)

pansion card manufacturers. POST (Power On Self Test)

nostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices. 56 Appendix A RAM (Random Access Memory) RAM (usually just called memory) is the place in a computer where the operating system, applica-

tion programs, and data in current use are temporarily kept so that they can be quickly reached by the computers processor instead of having to read from and write to slower storage such as the hard disk or optical disc. Suspend Mode

devices are put in their lowest active state. The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains

System Disk

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 PC to run applications more secure and to make transactions and communication more trustworthy. Twisted-Pair Cable 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 twisted-pair is required. UltraDMA/66 or 100

rising edge and falling edge. USB (Universal Serial Bus) A new 4-pin serial peripheral bus that allows plug and play computer peripherals such as keyboard,

tached physically without having to install drivers or reboot. With USB, the traditional complex cables from back panel of your PC can be eliminated. 57 A Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements DVD-ROM Drive Information

Regional Playback Information

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 re-

capable of playing CSS encrypted content must only be capable of playing one region.

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.

Region 1 Canada, US, US Territories Region 2 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, Switzer-

land, Syria, Turkey, UK, Greece, Former Yugoslav Republics, Slovakia Region 3 Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam Region 4

America Region 5 CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea Region 6 China 58 Appendix A Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,

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

Overview

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

tone multifrequency signalling. Network Compatibility Declaration

Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: This declaration will indicate the networks with

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.

country. Non-Voice Equipment 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. 59 A Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.) This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Yes Austria1 Yes Belgium Czech Republic No

1 Yes Finland Yes France Yes Yes Germany Greece Yes Hungary No Iceland Yes Yes Ireland Italy Israel No Lichtenstein Yes Yes Luxemburg Yes The Netherlands1 Norway Yes Poland No No Portugal No Spain Sweden Yes Switzerland Yes United Kingdom Yes Applied Still Pending More Testing No No Not Applicable Yes No No No No Not Applicable No No No No No Yes No Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No No No Still Pending 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

60 Appendix A operation. 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 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired 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. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING! 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 recep-

tion. 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

void your authority to operate the equipment.

CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 61 A Appendix FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel of the Mobile Satellite Systems. IMPORTANT: This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions in the users manual. This equipment is for operation within 5.15 GHz and 5.25GHz frequency ranges and is restricted to indoor environments only.

sponsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment. The manufacturer declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the

R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC)

This equipm ent com plies w ith EU R F radiation exposure lim its of 2 W /kg. 802.11b=0.342 W /kg, 802.11g=0.224W /kg, 802.11a (5200M H z)= 0.287W /kg, 802.11a (5800M H z)= 0.236W /kg 62 Appendix A Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America Japan Europe ETSI Ch01 through CH11 Ch01 through Ch14 Ch01 through Ch13 2.412-2.462 GHz 2.412-2.484 GHz 2.412-2.472 GHz 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 MHz2483.5 MHz) 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on the private property of public

authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.52483.5 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

100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors:

02 Aisne 01 Ain Orientales 09 Arige 08 Ardennes

36 Indre 32 Gers 45 Loiret 50 Manche

64 Pyrnes Atlantique 66 Pyrnes

84 Vaucluse 88 Vosges 94 Val de Marne 05 Hautes Alpes 03 Allier 12 Aveyron 11 Aude

37 Indre et Loire 41 Loir et Cher 58 Nivre 55 Meuse

67 Bas Rhin 68 Haut Rhin

90 Territoire de Belfort 89 Yonne 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 (www.art-telecom.fr)

NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. 63 A Appendix UL Safety Notices 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

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 (non-rechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batter-

ies 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

sion. Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due

or authorized retailers. 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: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2. 64 Appendix A Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! -

instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE!Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nellambiente.

(Italian) VORSICHT! Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German) ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig hndtering. Udskiftning m kun ske med

VARNING! Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvnd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera anvnt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. (Swedish) VAROITUS! Paristo voi rjht, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hvit kytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti. (Finnish) ATTENTION! Il y a danger dexplosion sil y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mre type ou dun type quivalent recommand par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usages conformment aux instructions du fabricant. (French) ADVARSEL!Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.

(Norwegian)

(Japanese) 65 A Appendix Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information

in the users manual may result in hazardous laser exposure. Do not attempt to disas-

semble the optical drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider. Service warning label CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS. CDRH Regulations

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