Asus L4R manual

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1 Product Name: Notebook PC Hardware Manual Revision: 3 E1510 Release Date: December 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 detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. W ARNING! The following safety precautions[...]

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 4. Using the Notebook PC ......................................................................... 39 Using the T ouchpad ......................................................................................................... 40 T ouchpad Usage Illustrations .......................................................................................[...]

10 Appendix ..................................................................................................... 57 USB Flash Memory .......................................................................................................... 58 Optional Accessories .....................................................................................[...]

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 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 infor - mation on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 1. Unlock the battery and drive lock 2 . 2. Insert the battery pack with the connector first. 3. Snap the battery pack into [...]

14 1 Introducing the Notebook PC[...]

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

16 2 Knowing the Parts T op Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC. Details are given starting from the top and going clockwise. Display Panel T ouchpad Buttons Keyboard Power Switch / Instant Keys Status Indicators (see front side) Microphone T ouchpad Scroll Button Display Panel Latch[...]

17 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. Power Switch The power switc[...]

18 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details are given starting from the top and going clockwise. IMPORT ANT! 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 tem[...]

19 Knowing the Parts 2 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 . Memory Compartment The memory compartment contains a memory slot for memory installation. Memory installation/up- grades must be done by an authorized retailer or[...]

20 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Fast IrDA Port PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Hard Drive Compartment (see bottom side) DC Power Input Jack ----- 3 USB Ports ----- Air V ent (2) 1394 Ports DC Power Input Jack The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for [...]

21 Knowing the Parts 2 Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Optical Drive USB 2.0 Port Emergency Eject Activity LED Electronic Eject USB 2.0 Port The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, video cameras, modems, hard disk dr[...]

22 2 Knowing the Parts TV-Out Port For times when you need a really big display , try the TV -Out function. TV -Out allows a high definition connection to a television or video projection device using a Super VHS (S-V ideo) cable (not pro- vided). An adapter is provided for use with RCA inputs available on all standard video devices. This port supp[...]

23 Knowing the Parts 2 Kensington ® Lock Port The Kensington ® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington ® compatible Note- book 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. Some security products may also include a motio[...]

24 2 Knowing the Parts Head Output Display Panel Latch Status Indicators Mic Input Audio Input Right Audio Speaker Left Audio Speaker Audio DJ Control Buttons Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Audio DJ Power Switch Slide the latch forward t o turn the Audio DJ C D Player O N o r O FF .[...]

25 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[...]

26 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. IMPORT ANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is t[...]

27 Getting Started 3 Battery Care The Notebook PC’ s battery pack, like all rechar geable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. Fully draining and char ging the battery once a day every day will last over a year but how long beyond that will depend on your environment temperature, humidity , and how your Notebook PC is u[...]

28 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 [...]

29 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 [...]

30 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[...]

31 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, [...]

32 3 Getting Started Powering OFF the Notebook PC In W indows XP , the Notebook PC can be powered OFF by using Start | Shut Down... | T urn off (or Shut down) . For operating systems without proper power management (DOS, W indows NT), you must power OFF the Notebook PC by holding the power switch for 2 seconds (as opposed to 1 second to power ON) a[...]

33 Getting Started 3 Above the Keyboard Instant Status Indicators and Launch Keys Number Lock Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the key- board letters to act as numbers for easier numeric data input. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage devic[...]

34 3 Getting Started Front Edge of Notebook PC Instant Launch Keys Email Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Email application while W indows is running. Internet Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while W indows is running. Programmable Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your program[...]

35 Getting Started 3 Super Performance High Performance Game Performance DVD Movie Performance Email/Office Performance Presentation Performance Audio Listening Performance Battery-Saving Performance Mode Names Icons AC AC/DC AC/DC DC DC DC DC DC Power Segment Power4 Gear+ Modes When you are using an AC power adapter , Power4 Gear+ will switch betw[...]

36 3 Getting Started 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 key with a colored command. NOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but t[...]

37 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 orange on the key caps. Numeric as- signments are located at the upper right hand corner of each key as shown in the figure. When the numeri[...]

38 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[...]

4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Optical Drive PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Modem and Network Connections IR Wireless Communication AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes Notebook PC Upgrades[...]

40 4 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC’ s 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 appl[...]

41 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 [...]

42 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[...]

43 Using the Notebook PC 4 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 obstructions [...]

44 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[...]

45 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[...]

46 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[...]

47 Using the Notebook PC 4 1 5 2 3 4 Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the PC card. Usually connectors can only be inserted in one orientation. Look for a sticker , icon, or marking on one side of the connector represent- ing the top side. Insert the PC card with the connector side first and label side [...]

48 4 Using the Notebook PC Modem and Network Connections The built-in modem and network model comes with both an RJ-1 1 and an RJ-45 port. RJ-11 telephone cables have two or four wires and are used to connect telephones to telephone outlets found in the walls of residential homes and some commercial buildings (some commercial buildings may have tel[...]

49 Using the Notebook PC 4 T elephone Wall Jack T elephone cable (RJ-1 1 connectors) CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26A WG or higher . (see Glossary for more information) 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 th[...]

50 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. For 100BASE-TX speeds, your network cable must be category 5 (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring. If you plan on running the interface at 100Mbps, it mus[...]

51 Using the Notebook PC 4 CAUTION! Disable the infrared communication when you are not using the IR for long periods because the IR consumes a great deal of Windows resources which will de- crease the Notebook PC’ s performance. IR Wireless Communication The Notebook PC is equipped with a conveniently located Infrared (IR) Communication Port (se[...]

52 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[...]

53 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 [...]

54 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[...]

55 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[...]

56 4 Using the Notebook PC Notebook PC Upgrades System Memory Expansion Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. This is more noticeable on newer software that require more and more system resources. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly durin[...]

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

58 A Appendix Optional Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Hub 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 A USB flash memory device can replace the slow 1.44MB flopp[...]

59 Appendix A Optional Accessories (Cont.) These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or USB 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 single band (I[...]

60 A Appendix W ARNING! T o prevent system failures, use (Safely Remove Hardware) on the taskbar before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive. Eject the floppy disk before transporting the Notebook PC to prevent damage from shock. Optional Accessories (Cont.) These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Flop[...]

61 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[...]

62 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[...]

63 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[...]

64 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[...]

65 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 [...]

66 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. T[...]

67 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[...]

68 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[...]

69 Appendix A[...]

70 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: ___________[...]

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