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E1916 / Jan 2005Notebook PCHardware User’s Manual

101 Introducing the Notebook PC

112. Knowing the PartsBasic sides of the Notebook PC

122 Knowing the PartsTop SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting from

13Knowing the Parts 2Status IndicatorsSee Section 3 for details..Touchpad and ButtonsThe touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provid

142 Knowing the PartsBottom SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting fr

15Knowing the Parts 2Hard Disk Drive CompartmentThe hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done by authori

162 Knowing the PartsLeft SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.Flash Memory SlotNormally a PCM

17Knowing the Parts 2SPDIF Output Jack (SPDIF Output)This jack provides connection to SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) compliant devices for

182 Knowing the PartsRear SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.Kensington® Lock PortThe Kensin

19Knowing the Parts 2Modem PortThe RJ-11 modem port with two pins is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a standardtelephone cable. The in

2Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PC ...5About This User’s Manual...

202 Knowing the PartsRight SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.Electronic Eject, Emergency Ej

21Knowing the Parts 2Front SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC.Display Panel LatchA spri

222 Knowing the Parts

233. Getting StartedUsing AC PowerUsing Battery PowerPowering ON the Notebook PCChecking Battery PowerRestarting or RebootingPowering OFF the Notebook

243 Getting Started321NOTE: This Notebook PCmay come with either atwo or three-prong plugdepending on territory. Ifa three-prong plug is pro-vided,

25Getting Started 3To install the battery pack:1. Insert the battery pack as shown.2. A spring lock will secure the battery pack.To remove the batt

263 Getting StartedThe Power-On Self Test (POST)When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnos

27Getting Started 3Checking Battery PowerThe battery system implements the Smart Battery standard underthe Windows environment, which allows the ba

283 Getting StartedEmergency ShutdownIn case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are two additional ways toshutdown yo

29Getting Started 3Special Keyboard FunctionsColored Hot KeysThe following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored

3Contents4. Using the Notebook PC ... 35Operating System ...

303 Getting StartedKeyboard as a Numeric KeypadThe numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and con-sists of 15 keys that make number intensive i

31Getting Started 3Instant Launch KeysInternet Launch KeyPressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is runnin

323 Getting StartedStatus Indicators (above keyboard)Drive Activity IndicatorIndicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device

33Getting Started 3Status Indicators (front edge-visible when closed)Power IndicatorThe green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned

343 Getting StartedCD Player Control Buttons and IndicatorThere are several CD control buttons integrated externally on the Notebook PC for conveni

354. Using the Notebook PCOperating SystemPointing DeviceStorage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Flash Memory Card Reader Ha

364 Using the Notebook PCOperating SystemThis Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed oper-ating

37Using the Notebook PC 4IMPORTANT! Do not use any objects inplace of your finger to operate the touch-pad or else damage may occur to thetouchpad’

384 Using the Notebook PCDouble-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from thecorresponding icon you se

39Using the Notebook PC 4Caring for the TouchpadThe touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note

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404 Using the Notebook PCStorage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to variousdata

41Using the Notebook PC 4Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA)1. Press in the toggle eject button and release.The recessed spring loaded toggle button wille

424 Using the Notebook PCOptical DriveInserting an optical disc1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON,press the drive’s eject button and the traywi

43Using the Notebook PC 4A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD isproperly inserted

444 Using the Notebook PCHard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speedsthan floppy disk drives and CD-ROM

45Using the Notebook PC 4CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG orhigher. (see Glossary for more informatio

464 Using the Notebook PCNetwork Hub or SwitchNetwork cable withRJ-45 connectorsThis is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a NetworkHub or

47Using the Notebook PC 4Power Management ModesThe Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use tomax

484 Using the Notebook PCPower State SummarySTATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT“Stand by” • “Stand by” through Windows Start button, • Any device• Time

49Using the Notebook PC 4Stand by and HibernatePower management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows thepower op

51. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualSafety PrecautionsPreparing your Notebook PC

504 Using the Notebook PC

51AppendixOptional AccessoriesOptional ConnectionsDVD-ROM Drive InformationInternal Modem CompliancyGlossarySafety StatementsNotebook PC Information

52A AppendixOptional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Hub (Optional)Attaching an optio

53Appendix AOptional Accessories (Cont.)These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.Wireless LAN Card or USB Ada

54A AppendixWARNING! To prevent system failures,use (Safely Remove Hardware) on thetaskbar before disconnecting the USBfloppy disk drive. Eject t

55Appendix AOptional ConnectionsThese items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.Multichannel speaker systemMonitor Out ConnectionAttac

56A AppendixOptional Connections (Cont.)These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.IEEE1394 Connection1394 is a high speed serial

57Appendix ADVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to viewDVD titles, you must i

58A AppendixInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,Taiwan), and CTR2

59Appendix AThis table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1Yes NoBelgium Yes NoCzech Rep

61 Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualYou are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the

60A AppendixGlossaryACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface)Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.APM (Advanced

61Appendix ABIOS (Basic Input/Output System)BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components,such

62A AppendixDVD is essentially a bigger, faster CD that can hold video as well as audio and computer data. Withthese capacities and access rates, D

63Appendix ALaser ClassificationsAs lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards be-came apparent. To

64A AppendixPOST (Power On Self Test)When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlleddiagnostic t

65Appendix AReprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of theFederal Register, National Archives

66A AppendixUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electricallyconnected to a telec

67Appendix AOptical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS

68A AppendixNordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace onl

69Appendix ADanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseSpanishSwedishCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)

7Introducing the Notebook PC 1Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions

70A AppendixNotebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference orfor technical

Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-scribed, stored

Contact InformationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)Company Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112General Telephone: +886-2-2894-3447 Web Site

81 Introducing the Notebook PCTransportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and discon-nect all extern

9Introducing the Notebook PC 1Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for deta