Asus L5C Bedienungsanleitung

Product Name: L5500, L5800, L5900 Manual Revision: 1 E1281 Release Date: May 2003 Notebook PC Hardware User ’ s Manual[...]

2 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, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment ha[...]

3 Safety Statements Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) (Japanese) 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 o[...]

4 Safety Statements Safety Statements Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. W ipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive deter gent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. W ARNING! The following safety precaution[...]

5 T ransportation Precautions T o prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external periph- erals to prevent damage to the connectors . The hard disk drive’ s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the N[...]

6 Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Safety Statements[...]

7 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 (NFP A 70). Whe[...]

8 Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC ................................................................ 1 1 About This User’s Manual ..................................................................................................... 12 Notes For This Manual .....................................................................................[...]

9 Microsoft Windows™ Keys .............................................................................................. 33 Keyboard as Cursors ....................................................................................................... 34 CD Player Control Panel .........................................................................[...]

10 Power State Summary ..................................................................................................... 53 Hard Disk Drive Upgrades .................................................................................................... 54 Processor Upgrades ..........................................................................[...]

11 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual[...]

12 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User ’ s Manual Y ou are reading the Notebook PC User ’ s Manual. This User ’ s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User ’ s Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC [...]

13 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side Bottom Side Left Side Right Side Rear Side Front Side[...]

14 2 Knowing the Parts T op Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC. W ARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Display Panel T ouchpad Buttons Keyboard T ouchpad Power Switch / Instant K[...]

15 Knowing the Parts 2 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor . The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Display Panel Care The LCD s[...]

16 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC. W ARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when han- dling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT[...]

17 Knowing the Parts 2 Memory Compartment The memory compartment contains 1 SO-DIMM slot for additional memory installation. Memory in- stallation/upgrades must be done by an authorized retailer or else warranty will be void. CPU Compartment The CPU compartment contains a socket for mounting a central processing unit. CPU installation/ upgrades mus[...]

18 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of the Notebook PC. Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of the Notebook PC. Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Do not block the air vents or else ov[...]

19 Knowing the Parts 2 Microphone Input Jack (Mic-In) + Center / Bass Output The mono microphone jack 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 con- ferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Headphone O[...]

20 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC. Kensington ® Lock Port Reset Button Modem Port (RJ-1 1) LAN Port (RJ-45) Parallel Port USB Ports Monitor Port TV -Out Port USB Ports Serial Port (RS232) USB Ports (1.1 & 2.0) Universal Serial Bus (USB) supports many USB c[...]

21 Knowing the Parts 2 Monitor Port The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or pro- jector to allow viewing on a lar ger external display . rese t Reset Button The reset button is used for shutting down the Notebook PC if <CTRL><AL T><DEL> or turning OFF the power does not respond.[...]

22 2 Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Display Panel Latch CD Control Buttons Display Panel Latch One spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use. T o open the display panel[...]

23 3. Getting Started Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON The Notebook PC Power Management - Stand By and Hibernate Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF The Notebook PC Using the Keyboard Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators[...]

24 3 Getting Started Using the Battery Pack Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Y our 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. W ARNING! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook[...]

25 Getting Started 3 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 char ge as soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power . Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time. A new battery pack must completely charge before the No[...]

26 3 Getting Started 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. Power Connection Y our Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter . That means [...]

27 Getting Started 3 The Power-On Self T est (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self T est (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC’ s architecture. The POST includes a record of the Notebook [...]

28 3 Getting Started Power Management - “Stand By” & “Hibernate” Power management settings can be found in the W indows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in W indows. Y ou can define “Stand By” or “Shut down” for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. “Stan[...]

29 Getting Started 3 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. T o restart the system manually: Click the Start button and select Shut Down | and choose Restart . In case the operating system hangs (stops, [...]

30 3 Getting Started NOTE: Hot Keys work only on the Notebook PC’ s own keyboard and not on any exter- nally connected keyboards. Using the Keyboard Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’ s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a[...]

31 Getting Started 3 Instant Launch Keys Power Gear Key The Power Gear button toggles power savings ON or OFF . When power savings is activated, CPU speed and LCD brightness will be decreased. Power Gear will decrease power consumption even more if used together with Intel SpeedStep. Power Gear works only in battery mode and Intel SpeedStep will wo[...]

32 3 Getting Started Power Indicator The green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode. Charge Indicator The charge indicator LED shows the status of the battery’ s power[...]

33 Getting Started 3 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 color on the key caps. Numeric assign- ments are located at the upper right hand corner of each key as shown in the figure. When the numeric[...]

34 3 Getting Started 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. W ith Number Lock OFF , press and one of the cursor keys shown below . For example [Fn][8] for up, [Fn][K] for down, [Fn][U] for left, a[...]

35 Getting Started 3 CD Player Control Panel There are several CD control buttons integrated on the front of the Notebook PC for convenient CD playing. The buttons activate and control your operating system’ s audio player when the Notebook PC is ON. When your Notebook PC is OFF , the CD control buttons activate a CD player function that allows y[...]

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37 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Optical Drive PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Flash Memory Card Reader Modem and Network Connections IR Wireless Communication AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes System Memory Expansion Hard Disk Drive Upgrades Processor Upgrades[...]

38 4 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC’ s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A de- vice driver is still required for working with some appl[...]

39 Using the Notebook PC 4 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 [...]

40 4 Using the Notebook PC Caring for the T ouchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for , it can be easily damaged. T ake note of the following precautions. • Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. • Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty or wet. • Do not rest hea[...]

41 Using the Notebook PC 4 Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’ s power is ON, press the drive’ s eject button and the tray will eject out partially . 2. Gently pull on the drive’ s front panel and slide the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch the CD drive lens and other mechanisms. Make sure there are no[...]

42 4 Using the Notebook PC A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD. Using the proper software, a DVD/CD-R W drive module can allow CD-R W discs to be us[...]

43 Using the Notebook PC 4 Region Definitions Region 1 Canada, US, US T erritories Region 2 Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany , Gulf States, Hungary , Iceland, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy , Ja- pan, Netherlands, Norway , Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, T urkey , UK, Greece, Former Y ugo[...]

44 4 Using the Notebook PC PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket The Notebook PC supports PC Cards (or sometimes referred to as PCMCIA cards) to allow expansion like PCI cards on desktop computers. This allows you to customize your Notebook PC to meet a wide range of application needs. The PCMCIA socket can interface with type I or type II PC cards. PC cards are[...]

45 Using the Notebook PC 4 Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) If there is a PC Card socket protector , remove it using the “Removing a PC Card” instructions below . 1. Press in the toggle eject button and release. The recessed spring loaded toggle button will extend when pushed in and released. 2. Press the extended button again to eject the PC Card.[...]

46 4 Using the Notebook PC Modem Protocols The Notebook PC with internal modem complies with JA TE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, T aiwan, and others), and CTR21 (see related pages for supported countries) for almost worldwide protocol support. NOTE: When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook PC in suspend (or sleep mo[...]

47 Using the Notebook PC 4 W ARNING! Only use analog telephone outlets. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the RJ-1 1 to digital phone systems found in many commercial buildings or else damage will occur! Modem Connection Example This is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a telephon[...]

48 4 Using the Notebook PC 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. Y our network cable must be category 5 (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring. For 10Base-T , you can use category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring. Duplex tr[...]

49 Using the Notebook PC 4 Windows 2000 IR Wireless Communication The Notebook PC is equipped with a conveniently located Infrared (IR) Communication Port (see 2. Knowing the Parts for location). The IR port comes with IrDA (Infrared Data Association) Serial Infrared Data Link V ersion 1.1 compliance, that allows you to perform point-to-point wirel[...]

50 4 Using the Notebook PC AC Power System 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. The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together . The AC Adapter ’ s primary function is[...]

51 Using the Notebook PC 4 Using Battery Power A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power . But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel. Checking Battery Power T o check the remaining [...]

52 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 T otal Cost of Ownership (TCO). Y ou can control some of these fea- tures through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the op[...]

53 Using the Notebook PC 4 Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’ s thermal state. These power control cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states. The following temperatures represent the chassis temperature (not CPU). • The fan tur[...]

54 4 Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Upgrades Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and CD- ROM drives. Enhanced IDE drives provide a reliable, fast, and cost-effective mass storage solution in the PC storage industry . The high speed transfer modes supported are UltraA T A/100 up to[...]

55 Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Notebook PC Information[...]

56 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.[...]

57 Appendix A Optional Accessories (Cont.) These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or USB (Optional) The SpaceLink™ Cardbus Card is a dual band (IEEE 802.1 1a/b) wireless LAN adapter that fits into a Notebook PC’ s PCMCIA T ype II slot with Cardbus support. The USB version is sin[...]

58 A Appendix USB Keyboard & Mouse (Optional) Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an external USB mouse will allow W indows naviga- tion to be more comfortable. Both the external USB keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC’ s built-in keyboard and touchpad. Option[...]

59 Appendix A Monitor Out Connection Attaching an optional VGA/LCD monitor is just like that of a standard desktop PC (some configu- rations may require additional display driver set- tings. Y ou can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the external monitor . For large audiences, try you can connect a vide[...]

60 A Appendix Optional Connections (Cont.) These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. IEEE1394 Connection 1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot-plugging capabilities like USB. Up to 63 devices such as hard disk drives, scanners, removable drives, and digital cameras/ video cameras with an 13[...]

61 Appendix A Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JA TE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, T aiwan), 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 di[...]

62 A Appendix This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More T esting Austria 1 Ye s N o Belgium Y es No Czech Republic No Not Applicable Denmark 1 Ye s Ye s Finland Y es No France Y es No Germany Y es No Greece Y es No Hungary No Not Applicable Iceland Y es No Ireland Y es No Italy Still Pending Still Pendi[...]

63 Appendix A Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) 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 [...]

64 A Appendix 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 computer’ s read-only memory . BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. Th[...]

65 Appendix A IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card (in the case for SCSI devices). UltraDMA/66 or 100 IDE devices can achieve up to 33MB/Sec transfer . IEEE1394 Also known as iLINK (Sony) or FireW ire (Apple). IEEE1394 is a[...]

66 A Appendix POST (Power On Self Test) When you turn on the computer , it will first run through the POST , a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory , the motherboard circuitry , the display , the key- board, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices. PS/2 Port PS/2 ports are based on IBM Micro Channel Archit[...]

67 Appendix A[...]

68 A Appendix Notebook PC Information This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User ’ s Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out. Owner ’ s Name: __________________________ Owner ’ s T elephone: ________________ Manufacturer: __________[...]