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E7169

Notebook PC User Manual

March 2012

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  • Page 1: Notebook Pc User Manual

    E7169 Notebook PC User Manual March 2012...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual ................6 Notes for This Manual ..................6 Safety Precautions ..................... 7 Preparing your Notebook PC ...............11 Chapter 2: Knowing the parts Top Side .......................14 Bottom Side ......................18 Right Side ......................23 Left Side .......................26 Rear Side ......................28...
  • Page 3 Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC Touchpad ......................55 Using the touchpad ..................56 Touchpad usage illustrations ..............57 Caring for the touchpad ................59 Disabling the touchpad automatically ...........60 Storage Devices ....................61 Flash Memory Card Reader .................61 Hard Disk Drive ....................62 Memory (RAM) ....................63 Connections .......................64 Network Connection ..................64 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) .........66...
  • Page 4 CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) ..A-39 European Union Eco-label ..............A-41 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-42 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ............. A-42 Copyright Information ................A-43 Limitation of Liability ................. A-44 Service and Support ................... A-44...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introducing The Notebook Pc

    Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC...

  • Page 6: About This User's Manual

    About This User’s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information regarding the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manual: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning.
  • Page 8 SAFE TEMP: This INPUT RATING: Refer to Notebook PC should the rating label on the only be used in bottom of the Notebook environments with PC and be sure that your ambient temperatures power adapter complies between 5°C (41°F) and with the rating.

  • Page 9: Sound Pressure Warning

    Sound Pressure warning Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones can cause hearing damage or loss. Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to settings other than the center position may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure level.

  • Page 10: Airplane Precautions

    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.

  • Page 11: Preparing Your Notebook Pc

    Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack Connecting the Power Adapter Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 12 Open the display panel A. Hold the base of your Notebook PC then lift up the display panel with your thumb. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to a comfortable viewing angle. Turn the power on Press the power button. Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Knowing The Parts

    Chapter 2: Knowing the parts...

  • Page 14: Top Side

    Top Side The keyboard layout differs for each territory. X301 Intel X401 Intel and AMD Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 15 X501 Intel and AMD Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 16 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Camera The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications.. Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor.
  • Page 17 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. Touchpad The touchpad is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse.

  • Page 18: Bottom Side

    Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. 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.
  • Page 19 X401Intel X401AMD Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 20 X501Intel X501AMD Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 21 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 Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and...
  • Page 22 Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process.

  • Page 23: Right Side

    Right Side X301 Intel X401/X501 Intel and AMD Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices.
  • Page 24 USB Port 3.0 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 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 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1).
  • Page 25 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. Flash Memory Slot Normally an external memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile...

  • Page 26: Left Side

    Left Side X301Intel X401/X501 Intel and AMD Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object.
  • Page 27 USB Port 2.0 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).

  • Page 28: Rear Side

    Rear Side X301 Intel X401 Intel and AMD X501 Intel and AMD 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.

  • Page 29: Front Side

    Front Side X301 Intel X401 Intel and AMD X501 Intel and AMD Status Indicators Status indicators represent various hardware/software conditions. See indicator details in Chapter 3. Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 30 Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 31: Chapter 3: Getting Started

    Chapter 3: Getting Started...

  • Page 32: Power System

    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 outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter.
  • Page 33 IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to power other electrical devices. If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter.

  • Page 34: Using Battery Power

    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.

  • Page 35: To Remove The Battery Pack

    To remove the battery pack: IMPORTANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Notebook PC. Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 36: Battery Care

    Battery Care The Notebook PC’s battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. The battery pack’s useful life will depend on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC is used. It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range between 10˚C and 35˚C (50˚F and 95˚F).

  • Page 37: Powering On The Notebook Pc

    Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC’s power-ON message appears on the screen when you turn it ON. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup.
  • Page 38 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.

  • Page 39: Checking Battery Power

    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.

  • Page 40: Charging The 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.

  • Page 41: Power Options

    Power Options The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel “Power Options. ” For other options, such as “Switch User, Restart, Sleep, or Shut Down, ”...

  • Page 42: Emergency Shutdown

    Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there is an additional way to shutdown your Notebook PC: Hold the power button over 4 seconds. IMPORTANT! DO NOT use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data.

  • Page 43: Power Management Modes

    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.
  • Page 44 Sleep is the same as Suspend-to- RAM (STR). This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. Click the Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option.

  • Page 45: Thermal Power Control

    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).

  • Page 46: Special Keyboard Functions

    Special Keyboard Functions Hot Keys The following defines the hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a command. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same.
  • Page 47 LCD/Monitor Icons (f8): Toggles between the Notebook PC’s LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor “before”...
  • Page 48 Fn+C: Toggles “Splendid Video Intelligent Technology” function ON and OFF. This allows switching between different display color enhancement modes in order to improve contrast, brightness, skin tone, and color saturation for red, green, and blue independently. You can see the current mode through the onscreen display (OSD).

  • Page 49: Microsoft Windows Keys

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

  • Page 50: Multimedia Control Keys

    Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys allows for convenient controlling of the multimedia application. The following defines the meaning of each multimedia control key on the Notebook PC. Some control key functions may defer depending on Notebook PC model. Use the [Fn] key in combination with the arrow keys for CD control functions.

  • Page 51: Switches And Status Indicators

    Switches and Status Indicators Switches Power Switch The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel “Power Options. ” Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 52: Status Indicators

    Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to- RAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Battery Charge Indicator (dual-color) The dual-color battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery’s power as follows:...

  • Page 53: Drive Activity Indicator

    Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk. The light flashes proportional to the access time. Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN.

  • Page 54: Chapter 4: Using The Notebook Pc

    Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC...

  • Page 55: Touchpad

    Touchpad The touchpad is an interactive device that interprets the gestures and position of your fingers to simulate the functions of a regular mouse. It is also an alternative to mouse to position cursor onscreen. The following illustration shows the features of the touchpad: Right-click button (area outside the dotted-line) Left-click button...

  • Page 56: Using The Touchpad

    Using the touchpad The touchpad allows you to use one-finger and multi-finger gestures to move the pointer so you can select and click items, rotate and zoom images, scroll lists, as well as swipe and switch between windows. Moving the pointer You can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.

  • Page 57: Touchpad Usage Illustrations

    Touchpad usage illustrations Tapping - Tapping on the touchpad allows you to select items onscreen and open files. Tap once to select an item. Tap twice to open the selected item. Clicking - Clicking on the touchpad simulates the functions of the left mouse button and right mouse button.
  • Page 58 Rotating - Rotating images clockwise or counterclockwise is done on the touchpad by using two fingers. To rotate an image, place two fingers on the touchpad then turn one finger clockwise or counterclockwise while the other stays still. Scrolling - Using two fingers on the touchpad, you can scroll through lists vertically and horizontally.

  • Page 59: Caring For The Touchpad

    Three-finger swiping - Using three fingers on the touchpad, you can swipe pages from left to right or right to left. You can also use this gesture to switch between active windows on your desktop. Caring for the touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged.

  • Page 60: Disabling The Touchpad Automatically

    Disabling the touchpad automatically You can automatically disable the touchpad when an external USB mouse is attached. To disable the touchpad: Go to Control Panel. Change view settings to Large Icons then select Mouse. Select the ELAN tab. Tick the box with the Disable when external pointing device plug in option.

  • Page 61: Storage Devices

    Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices. Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs.

  • Page 62: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen.

  • Page 63: Memory (Ram)

    Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power- On-Self-Test) process.

  • Page 64: Connections

    Connections The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card. Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch.
  • Page 65 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).

  • Page 66: Wireless Lan Connection (On Selected Models)

    Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter. Implementing the IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless LAN (WLAN), the optional built-in wireless LAN is capable of fast data transmission rates using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) technologies on 2.4GHz/5GHz frequencies.

  • Page 67: Infrastructure Mode

    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 Notebook PC Desktop PC optional 802.11 wireless LAN adapters.) Infrastructure mode The Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC and other wireless devices to join a wireless network created by an Access Point (AP) (sold separately) that provides a central link for wireless clients to...

  • Page 68: Windows Wireless Network Connection

    Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section 3). Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and Bluetooth icon are shown. Or double click the Wireless Console icon in Windows notification area and select the wireless LAN icon.
  • Page 69 When connecting, you may have to enter a password. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification area. The crossed wireless network icon appears when you press <Fn>...

  • Page 70: Bluetooth Wireless Connection(On Selected Models)

    Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. If your Notebook PC did not come with built-in Bluetooth, you need to connect a USB or ExpressCard Bluetooth module in order to use Bluetooth.
  • Page 71 Or double click the Wireless Console icon in the Windows notification area and select the Bluetooth icon. From Control Panel, go to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth...
  • Page 72 Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close to finish the setting. Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 73: Appendix

    Appendix...

  • Page 74: Optional Accessories

    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 Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds,...

  • Page 75: Operating System And Software

    Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the territory. The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system.

  • Page 76: System Bios Settings

    System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Device On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset...
  • Page 77 Press [Enter] and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Enables/Disables UEFI Boot UEFI Boot [Enabled] option. Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled] Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1...

  • Page 78: Security Setting

    Security Setting Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set Administrator Password. The password length must be in If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set, this only access to Setup and the following range: is only asked for when entering Setup.
  • Page 79 To set the password: On the Security screen, select Set Master Password or Set User Password. Type in a password and press [Enter]. Re-type to confirm the password and press [Enter]. Password is then set. To clear the password: On the Security screen, select Set Master Password or Set User Password.
  • Page 80 I/O Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Security If Locked, LAN and Card Reader I/O Interface Security Interface will be disabled. LAN Network Interface [UnLock] Wireless Network Interface [UnLock] HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock] USB Interface Security LAN Network Interface : Select Screen Lock...
  • Page 81 USB Interface Security Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Security If Locked, all USB device will USB Interface Security be disabled. USB Interface [UnLock] External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] USB Interface : Select Screen LocK Select Item UnLock Enter: Select...

  • Page 82: Hdd Password

    HDD Password Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description Set Administrator Password. The password length must be in the If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set, this only access to Setup and following range: is only asked for when entering Setup.
  • Page 83 To set the HDD password: On the Security screen, click Set Master Password, type in a password and press [Enter]. Re-type to confirm the password and press [Enter]. Click Set User Password and repeat the previous steps to set up the user password. Password is then set.

  • Page 84: Save Changes

    Save Changes If you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Save Changes and Exit Exit system setup after saving Discard Changes and Exit the changes.

  • Page 85: Common Problems And Solutions

    If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is disabled. A. Reinstall the “ATK0100” driver from the driver CD or download it from the ASUS website. Notebook PC User Manual A-13...
  • Page 86 Diagnostics: Power On by Battery only? (Y = 2, N = 4) Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A) Able to load the OS? (Y = B, N = A) Adapter power LED ON? (Y = 5, N = C)
  • Page 87 Symptom & Solutions: A. Problem might be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center for assistance. B. Problem caused by the operating system, try restoring your system us- ing the recovery partition or disc. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering.
  • Page 88 When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be an “Open policy file error” message. A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve your problem. It is available on the ASUS website. Unknown Reason - Blue screen with white text A blue screen with white text appears after system bootup.
  • Page 89 If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses.

  • Page 90: Updating The Bios

    Updating the BIOS. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive. Connect your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC.

  • Page 91: Recovering Your Notebook Pc

    Press [F9] during bootup. Press [Enter] to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. Select the language then click Next. Read the ASUS Preload Wizard messages and click Next. Select a partition option and click Next. Partition options: Recover Windows to first partition only.

  • Page 92: Using Recovery Dvd (On Selected Models

    This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two new partitions “C” (40%) and “D” (60%). Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using Recovery DVD (on selected models) Creating the Recovery DVD:...
  • Page 93 Ensure to connect the power adapter to your Notebbook PC when performing system recovery. Unstable power supply may cause recovery failure. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Notebook PC User Manual A-21...

  • Page 94: Dvd-Rom Drive Information

    DVD-ROM Drive Information The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD titles, you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs.

  • Page 95: Region Definitions

    Region Definitions 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, Switzerland, Syria, Turkey, UK, Greece, Former Yugoslav Republics, Slovakia Region 3 Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore,...

  • Page 96: Blu-Ray Rom Drive Information(On Selected Models

    Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) Region Definitions Region A North, Central and South American countries, and their territories; Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, Korea (South and North), South East Asian countries and their territories. Region B European, African, and South West Asian countries and their territories; Australia and New Zealand.

  • Page 97: Internal Modem Compliancy

    Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network...

  • Page 98: Network Compatibility Declaration

    Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter-working difficulties. The manufacturer shall also associate a statement to make it clear where network compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings.
  • Page 99 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More Testing Austria Belgium Czech Republic Not Applicable Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Not Applicable Iceland Ireland Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Not Applicable...
  • Page 100 This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom. de/technologies/ctr_21.html 1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous).

  • Page 101: Declarations And Safety Statements

    Declarations and Safety Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.

  • Page 102: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

  • Page 103: Ce Marking

    CE Marking CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 2006/95/EC “Low voltage directive”. CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/ EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.

  • Page 104: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: •...
  • Page 105 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin 68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Saône 71 Saône et Loire 75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse 88 Vosges 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort 94 Val de Marne This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France.

  • Page 106: Ul Safety Notices

    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).

  • Page 107: Power Safety Requirement

    REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Notebook PC User Manual A-35...

  • Page 108: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries

    Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato.

  • Page 109: Optical Drive Safety Information

    Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. WARNING! Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in the user’s manual may result in hazardous laser exposure.

  • Page 110: Macrovision Corporation Product Notice

    Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.A. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation .

  • Page 111: Ctr 21 Approval(For Notebook Pc With Built-In Modem

    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Notebook PC User Manual A-39...
  • Page 112 Spanish Swedish Notebook PC User Manual A-40...

  • Page 113: European Union Eco-Label

    Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.

  • Page 114: Global Environmental Regulation Compliance And Declaration

    ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

  • Page 115: Copyright Information

    DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.

  • Page 116: Limitation Of Liability

    ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the maximum for which ASUS, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.
  • Page 117 Notebook PC User Manual A-45...
  • Page 118 Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name :...
  • Page 119 Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name :...
  • Page 120 Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name :...
  • Page 121 Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Country: declare the following apparatus: Product name :...
  • Page 122 HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Notebook PC Model name : X301A, F301A, R300A, S301A conform with the essential requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive EN 55022:2006+A1:2007 Class B EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003 EN 61000-3-2:2006+A2:2009 EN 61000-3-3:2008...

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