Asus W5A manual

E1846 / Nov 2004 Notebook PC Hardware User ’ s Manual[...]

2 Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC .................................................................. 5 Preparing your Notebook PC ..................................................................................... 9 2. Knowing the Parts ................................................................................... 1 1 T op Side .....[...]

3 Contents Pointing Device ........................................................................................................ 35 Using the T ouchpad ............................................................................................. 35 T ouchpad Usage Illustrations ....................................................................[...]

4 Contents Glossary ................................................................................................................... 55 Declarations and Safety Statements ........................................................................ 60 DVD-ROM Drive Information ..........................................................................[...]

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

6 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 a[...]

7 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 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 [...]

8 1 Introducing the Notebook PC T ransportation Precautions T o prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and discon- nect all external peripherals 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, [...]

9 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 [...]

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11 2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC[...]

12 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. Keyboard T ouchpad Mic Mute Camera Zoom Camera Capture Status Indicators Camera Indicator Stereo Speaker Stereo Speaker Microphone T ouchpad Buttons Wireless Switch Powe[...]

13 Knowing the Parts 2 Status Indicators Details are described in section 3. 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. Keybo[...]

14 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[...]

15 Knowing the Parts 2 Central Processor (CPU) Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the future. Some models feature a UL V design for compactness and may not be upgraded. V isit an authorized service center or retailer for information on upgrades. W ARNING! End-user removal of the CP[...]

16 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 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 [...]

17 Knowing the Parts 2 Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) 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 drives, printers, monitors, and scanners connected in a series. U[...]

18 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Battery Pack The battery pack is actually combined with the Notebook PC’ s surface in order to reduce thickness. When the battery is released, the surface and battery pack will be seen as a single unit. The battery pack cannot b[...]

19 Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Camera The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with voice conferencing and other interactive applications. Display Panel T ab Camera[...]

20 2 Knowing the Parts[...]

21 3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF the Notebook PC Special Keyboard Functions Instant Keys and Status Indicators[...]

22 3 Getting Started NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug de- pending 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 opera- tion of the Notebook PC. W ith the AC power cord connected to the AC-DC converter , connect the AC power c[...]

23 Getting Started 3 To install the battery pack: 1. Switch the battery lock to . 2. Insert the battery pack until it clicks into place. 3. Switch the battery lock to . To remove the battery pack: 1. Switch the battery lock to . 2. Switch and hold the Spring Lock to 3. Remove the battery pack. 3 1 2 1 3 Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is design[...]

24 3 Getting Started 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 [...]

25 Getting Started 3 Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the W indows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge percentage left in the battery . A fully- charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power . But the actual figure varies de[...]

26 3 Getting Started Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Some installation pro- cesses will provide a dialog box to allow restart. T o re- start the system manually , click W indows Start button and select Shut Down and then choose Restart . (Screens are different dependi[...]

27 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[...]

28 3 Getting Started Microsoft Windows™ Keys There are two special W indows™ keys on the keyboard as described below . The key with the W indows™ Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the W indows™ desktop. The other key , that looks like a W indows™ menu with a small cursor , activates the properties menu and is equ[...]

29 Getting Started 3 Buttons and Status Indicators Buttons (LCD Panel) Mic Mute Button The Mic Mute button will quickly disable the built-in microphone in order to temporarily block the microsphone while recording a message or using a voicemail/teleconferencing software. Camera Zoom Button The Camera Zoom Button allows you to zoom in or out while u[...]

30 3 Getting Started Status Indicators (left of touchpad) Power Indicator The power indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when the Note- book 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 ch[...]

31 Getting Started 3 Status Indicators (top cover) Power Indicator The power indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when the Note- book 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 in[...]

32 3 Getting Started[...]

33 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Flash Memory Card Reader Hard Disk Drive Modem Connection Network Connection Power System AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes[...]

34 4 Using the Notebook PC Operating System This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed oper - ating system such as Microsoft W indows XP . The choices and languages will depend on the territory . The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. The[...]

35 Using the Notebook PC 4 Pointing Device The Notebook PC’ s integrated touchpad pointing de- vice is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sen- sitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechani- cal failures can be avoided. A device driver is still re- quired for working with som[...]

36 4 Using the Notebook PC 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 [...]

37 Using the Notebook PC 4 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[...]

38 4 Using the Notebook PC 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[...]

39 Using the Notebook PC 4 3 4 5 Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) 2 1 Be sure the PC card is level when inserting. Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA) T o remove the PC card, first remove all cables or adapters attached to the PC card, then double-click the PC card icon on the W indows taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove. 3 . Carefully connect any [...]

40 4 Using the Notebook PC 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 that may get jammed under [...]

41 Using the Notebook PC 4 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[...]

42 4 Using the Notebook PC Flash Memory 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), Multi[...]

43 Using the Notebook PC 4 RECORDER This is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a telephone jack for use with the built-in modem. T elephone W all Jack T elephone cables with RJ-1 1 connectors T elephone connection is optional CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26A WG or higher . (see Glossary for more i[...]

44 4 Using the Notebook PC Fast-Ethernet Connection (Gigabit on selected models) 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 100 BASE-TX / 1000 BASE-T speeds, your network cable must be category 5 or better (not category 3) with twisted-pair wir[...]

45 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[...]

46 4 Using the Notebook PC Power State Summary STATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT “Stand by” • “Stand by” through W indows Start button, • Any device • T imer as set though “Power Management” • Battery low in W indows Control Panel (higher priority) STR (“Stand by”) • Hotkey [Fn][F1] • Signal from modem port (Suspend-to-RAM) -[...]

47 Using the Notebook PC 4 Stand by and 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. “Stand by” and “Hibernate”[...]

48 4 Using the Notebook PC[...]

49 Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections DVD-ROM Drive Information Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Safety Statements Notebook PC Information[...]

50 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[...]

51 Appendix A USB Communication Cable Attaching optional USB communication cables be- tween computers through the USB ports will al- low basic file transfer capabilities between the computers whether they be Notebook PC’ s, Desk- top PC’ s, or a combination of both. Optional Accessories (Cont.) These items, if desired, come as optional items to[...]

52 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 [...]

53 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[...]

54 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[...]

55 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 [...]

56 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[...]

57 Appendix A Hardware Hardware is a general term referring to the physical components of a computer system, including pe- ripherals such as printers, modems, and pointing devices. 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 t[...]

58 A Appendix CLASS 3B: Class 3B lasers, and Class 3A lasers with outputs of 2.5mW , are hazardous to personnel who are within the beam path and look at the beam source directly or by specular reflection. These lasers cannot produce hazardous diffuse reflections. Personnel working with these lasers should wear appropriate protective eyewear during [...]

59 Appendix A System Disk A system disk contains the core file of an operating system and is used to boot up the operating system. Twisted-Pair Cable The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straight- through T wisted Pair Ethernet (TPE). The end connectors are called RJ-45 connectors, which are [...]

60 A Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements 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.[...]

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 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 [...]

63 Appendix A Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. W ashington DC: Office 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 [...]

64 A Appendix 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 (NF[...]

65 Appendix A Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT (LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT). Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user ’ s manual. Service warning label W ARNING: Making adjustments or performing pr[...]

66 A Appendix 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 batte[...]

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

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: __________[...]

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