Asus E2239 manuale d’uso

E2239 / Aug 2005 Notebook PC Hardware User ’ s Manual[...]

2 (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. W ashington DC: Of fice of the Federal Register , National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital a[...]

3 Safety Statements Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) 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) A TTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della[...]

4 Safety Statements 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. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, be[...]

5 Charge Your Batteries If you intend to use battery power , be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack wh[...]

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 Safety Statements 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 Co[...]

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

9 Caring for the T ouchpad ................................................................................................... 44 Storage Devices ................................................................................................................ .... 45 PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket ...........................................................[...]

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

12 1 Introducing the Notebook PC NOTE: Tips and information for spe- cial situations. TIP: Tips and useful information for completing tasks. T ext enclosed in < > or [ ] represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters. < > [ ] W ARNING! Important information that must be followed for [...]

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 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter Press the power button and release. (In[...]

14 1 Introducing the Notebook PC[...]

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

16 2 Knowing the Parts T op 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. 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 Lat[...]

17 Knowing the Parts 2 Status Indicators See Section 3 for details.. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy W indows or web navigation. Keyboard The [...]

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 . Battery Lock The spring loaded latch (lock 1) automatically locks the battery pack when inserted but must be rein- forced with a manually operated latch (lock 2).[...]

20 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. PC Card Slot One PCMCIA 2.1 compliant PC Card socket is available to support one type I/II PC card. The socket supports 32-bit CardBus. This allows accommodation of Notebook PC expansion options such as memory cards, ISDN, SCSI, [...]

21 Knowing the Parts 2 Modem Port The RJ-1 1 telephone port supports an RJ-1 1 telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to 56K V .90 transfers. The built-in connector allows convenient use without a dongle. IMPORT ANT! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital ph[...]

22 2 Knowing the Parts Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC’ s optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (R W) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for details on each model. Electronic Eject, Em[...]

23 Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Audio Speakers The built-in speaker allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results im- proved w[...]

24 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Display Output Air V ents USB Ports Parallel Port Kensington ® Lock Port Power Input Kensington ® Lock Port The Kensington ® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington ® compatible Note- book PC security p[...]

25 3. Getting Started Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON The Notebook PC Power Management 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. To install the battery pack: 1. Insert the battery pack as shown. An automatic [...]

27 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 charge 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 Not[...]

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. W ith the AC power cord connected to the AC-DC converter , connect the AC power cord [...]

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 Windows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in Windows. Y ou can define “Stand By” or “Shut down” for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. “Stand [...]

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 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[...]

34 3 Getting Started 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[...]

35 Getting Started 3 Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets or similar applications. With Number Lock OFF , press and one of the cursor keys shown below . For example [Fn][8] for up, [Fn][K] for down, [Fn][U] for left, an[...]

36 3 Getting Started 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. Pad-Lock Key Pressing this button will lock your touchpad when using an external mouse. Locking[...]

37 Getting Started 3 Status Indicators (front edge) 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. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator[...]

38 3 Getting Started Status Indicators (above keyboard) 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. Number Lock Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the key- board lett[...]

39 Getting Started 3 CD Player Control Buttons and Indicator (on selected models) There are several CD control buttons integrated externally on 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[...]

40 3 Getting Started[...]

41 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Flash Memory Card Reader Connections Modem Connection Network Connection Bluetooth Wireless Connection Power System AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes[...]

42 4 Using the Notebook PC Using the T ouchpad Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the touchpad. Because the touchpad is electrostatic sensitive, objects cannot be used in place of your fingers. The touchpad’ s primary function is to move the cursor around or select items displayed on the screen with the [...]

43 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 [...]

44 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[...]

45 Using the Notebook PC 4 Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to various data storage devices. This Notebook PC has the following storage devices: • PC card • Optical drive • Flash memory reader • Hard disk drive PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket The Notebook PC supports PC Card[...]

46 4 Using the Notebook PC Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) 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. Carefully pull the ejected PC card out of the socket. Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA) T o remove the PC card, [...]

47 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[...]

48 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 CD-R W drive or DVD+CD-R W drive can allow CD-R W discs[...]

49 Using the Notebook PC 4 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can read the following flash memory cards: Secure Digital (SD), [...]

50 4 Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive 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 100MB/se[...]

51 Using the Notebook PC 4 NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Mo- dem and/or network can be installed as a PC card (PCMCIA). Modem and Network Connections The built-in modem and network model comes with both an RJ-1 1 and an RJ-45 port. RJ-1 1 telephone cables have two or four wires and are used to connect[...]

52 4 Using the Notebook PC 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 the modem connection. W ARNING! Only use analog telephone ou[...]

53 Using the Notebook PC 4 Network Hub or Switch Network cable with RJ-45 connectors This is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller . 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 en[...]

54 4 Using the Notebook PC Add New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth Click New Connection from Bluetooth Settings. Follow the wizard to add Bluetooth devices. After complete, you should see your device in the window . 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 * # 8 0 9 g p t j a d m ? w + a/A £t £x£« £[...]

55 Using the Notebook PC 4 Power System 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 primar[...]

56 4 Using the Notebook PC W ARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is de- pleted. Suspend-to-Disk (STD) is not the same as power OFF . STD requires a small amount of power and will fail if no power is available due to complete battery deple- tion or no power supply (e.g. removing both the power adapter and battery p[...]

57 Using the Notebook PC 4 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[...]

58 4 Using the Notebook PC 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[...]

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

60 A Appendix Optional Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Hub (Optional) Attaching an optional USB hub will increase your USB ports and allow you to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable. USB 2.0 Slim Combo Drive (Optional) The slim combo drive features[...]

61 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 802.11a/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 (IE[...]

62 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. USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an [...]

63 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[...]

64 A Appendix Optional Connections (Cont.) These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. Securing Y our Notebook PC For system and hard disk drive security , see BIOS setup “Security”. A third party lock such as the ones by Kensington ® can be used to secure your Note- book PC physically to an unmovable object. The cable wraps [...]

65 Appendix A 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. Regional Playback Information Play[...]

66 A Appendix[...]

67 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 [...]

68 A Appendix Byte (Binary Term) One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character , punctuation mark, or other symbol. Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows the processor ’ s clock to be stopped and started at a known duty cycle. Clock throttling is used for power savings, thermal [...]

69 Appendix A Kensington ® Locks Kensington ® locks (or compatible) allow the Notebok PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebok PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. Laser Classifications As lasers became more numerous and [...]

70 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. RAM (Random Access Memory) There are several different typ[...]

71 Appendix A Declarations and Safety Statements DVD-ROM Drive Information The Notebok 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 Notebok PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs. R[...]

72 A Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebok 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 dif[...]

73 Appendix A Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.) 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 [...]

74 A Appendix FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements MPE Statement: Y our device contains a low power transmitter . When device is transmitted it sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal. This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the freq[...]

75 Appendix A France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.[...]

76 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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