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Asus U50F Hardware User Manual

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  • Page 1 Notebook PC Hardware User’s Manual E4603 / December 2010...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual �������������������������������������������������������������������������������6 Notes For This Manual ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6 Safety Precautions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������7 Preparing your Notebook PC���������������������������������������������������������������������������9 2. Knowing the Parts Top Side���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������12 Bottom Side ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15 Left Side ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������18 Right Side ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������20 Front Side ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������22 3.
  • Page 3 Contents Table of Contents (Cont.) 4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������38 Using the Touchpad ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 38 Touchpad Usage Illustrations ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 39 Dimming the Touchpad ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 41 Caring for the Touchpad ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 42 Automatic Touchpad Disabling ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 42 Storage Devices ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������43 Expansion Card ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 4 Contents...

  • Page 5: Introducing The Notebook Pc

    1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual. Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.

  • Page 6: About This User's Manual

    Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual You 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 and this User’s Manual.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    Introducing the Notebook PC 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. IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning.

  • Page 8: Transportation Precautions

    Introducing the Notebook PC DO NOT throw the Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.

  • Page 9: Preparing Your Notebook Pc

    Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter 2 0 V V - 2 1 1 0...
  • Page 10 Introducing the Notebook PC...

  • Page 11: Knowing The Parts

    2. Knowing the Parts Basic sides of the Notebook PC There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual. Please accept your Notebook PC as being correct. Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.

  • Page 12: Top Side

    Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The keyboard differs for each territory.

  • Page 13: Display Panel

    Knowing the Parts Light Sensor (on selected models) The light sensor measures the amount of ambient light and changes the illumination of the LCD display, keyboard, and touchpad accordingly. Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.

  • Page 14: Capital Lock Indicator

    Knowing the Parts Audio Speaker The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers).

  • Page 15: Bottom Side

    Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The battery pack size varies depending on model. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation.

  • Page 16: Battery Pack

    Knowing the Parts Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position.

  • Page 17: 2 Knowing The Parts

    Knowing the Parts Hard Disk Drive Compartment The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on hard disk drive upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase hard disk drives from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.

  • Page 18: Left Side

    Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Kensington Lock Port ® The Kensington lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington ® ® compatible Notebook PC security products.

  • Page 19: Expresscard Slot

    Knowing the Parts HDMI Port (on selected models) HDMI HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV).

  • Page 20: Right Side

    Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the Notebook PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones.

  • Page 21: Optical Drive

    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 (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specifications for details on each model.

  • Page 22: Front Side

    Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Wireless Switch Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use.

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    3. Getting Started Using AC Power Using Battery Power Powering ON the Notebook PC Checking Battery Power Powering Options Power Management Modes Special Keyboard Functions Switches and Status Indicators There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual.

  • Page 24: Power System

    Getting Started Power System Using AC Power 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. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter.

  • Page 25: Using Battery Power

    Getting Started Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack. The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together. A fully charged pack will provide several hours of battery life, which can be further extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through a Notebook PC retailer.

  • Page 26: Battery Care

    Getting Started Battery Care The Notebook PC’s battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. The battery pack’s useful life will depend on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Notebook PC is used. It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range between 10˚C and 35˚C (50˚F and 95˚F).

  • Page 27: Powering On The Notebook Pc

    Getting Started Powering ON the Notebook PC The Notebook PC’s power-ON message appears on the screen when you turn it ON. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup.

  • Page 28: Checking Battery Power

    Getting Started Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge left in the battery. 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.

  • Page 29: Power Options

    Getting Started Power Options The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes. Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel “Power Options.” For other options, such as “Switch User, Restart, Sleep, or Shut Down,” click the arrowhead next to the lock icon.

  • Page 30: Power Management Modes

    Getting Started 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 Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system.

  • Page 31: Special Keyboard Functions

    Getting Started Special Keyboard Functions 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. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same.

  • Page 32: Colored Hot Keys (Cont)

    Getting Started Colored Hot Keys (cont.) Crossed Speaker Icon (F10): Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS) Speaker Down Icon (F11): Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Speaker Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Fn+C: Toggles “Splendid Video Intelligent Technology”...

  • Page 33: Extended Keyboard

    Getting Started Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special Windows keys on the keyboard as described below. The key with the Windows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Windows desktop. The other key, that looks like a Windows menu with a small pointer, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object.

  • Page 34: Multimedia Control Keys (On Selected Models)

    Getting Started Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) The multimedia control keys allow for convenient controlling of the multimedia application in the Windows OS. The following defines the meaning of each multimedia control key on the Notebook PC. Some control key functions may defer depending on Notebook PC model. Use the [Fn] key in combination with the arrow keys for CD control functions.

  • Page 35: Switches And Status Indicators

    Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators Switches Express Gate / Power4Gear eXtreme Key Pressing this button will launch Express Gate when the Notebook PC is powered off. Refer to the Express Gate User’s Manual for details. The Power4Gear eXtreme key toggles power savings between various power saving modes.

  • Page 36: Status Indicators

    Getting Started Switches and Status Indicators (cont.) Status Indicators Front Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Sleep) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Notebook PC is turned OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode.

  • Page 37: Using The Notebook Pc

    4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Storage Devices Expansion Card Optical drive Flash memory card reader Hard disk drive Memory (RAM) Connections Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual.

  • Page 38: Pointing Device

    Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with PS/2 mouse designed with two or three buttons and a scrolling knob. Pointer The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains Movement no moving parts, hence, mechanical failures can be avoided.

  • Page 39: Touchpad Usage Illustrations

    Using the Notebook PC Touchpad Usage Illustrations Single-finger gesture input Clicking/Tapping - With the pointer over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping your finger on the touchpad until the item is selected. The selected item will change color.
  • Page 40 Using the Notebook PC Multi-finger gesture input Two-finger scrolling - Use two fingertips to slide up/down/left/right on the touchpad to scroll a window up/down/left/right. If your display window includes several sub-windows, move the pointer on that pane before scrolling. Scrolling Scrolling horizontally vertically...

  • Page 41: Dimming The Touchpad

    Using the Notebook PC Dimming the Touchpad To dim the illuminate interactive touchpad: 2. Click Options. 1. Double-click the Elantech Smart-Pad icon in the Windows notification area and click Elantech. 3. Move the pointer to the left pane and scroll 4.

  • Page 42: Caring For The Touchpad

    Using the Notebook PC Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note of the following precautions. • Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. •...

  • Page 43: Storage Devices

    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: • Expansion Card • Flash memory reader •...

  • Page 44: Optical Drive

    Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, 2. Gently pull on the drive’s front panel and slide press the drive’s eject button and the tray the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch will eject out partially.

  • Page 45: Removing An Optical Disc

    Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive (Cont.) Removing an optical disc Emergency eject Actual location will vary by model. The emergency eject is located in a hole on the Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc tray in case the electronic eject does not work.

  • Page 46: Flash Memory Card Reader

    Using the Notebook PC Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a 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 use many flash memory cards as shown in the example below.

  • Page 47: Hard Disk Drive

    Using the Notebook PC Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and optical drives. The Notebook PC comes with a replaceable hard disk drive. Current hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen.
  • Page 48 Using the Notebook PC Removing the bottom cover: Before installing or removing the hard disk drive, remove the bottom cover on your notebook PC. Installing the hard disk drive: Removing the hard disk drive:...

  • Page 49: Memory (Ram)

    Using the Notebook PC Memory (RAM) Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules This is only from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility an example.

  • Page 50: Connections

    Using the Notebook PC Connections The built-in network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, network can be installed as an expansion card. Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch.

  • Page 51: Wireless Lan Connection (On Selected Models)

    Using the Notebook PC Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter. Implementing the IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless LAN (WLAN), the optional built-in wireless LAN is capable of fast data transmission rates using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) technologies on 2.4GHz/5GHz frequencies.

  • Page 52: Windows Wireless Network Connection

    Using the Notebook PC Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section 3). 2. Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless 2b. Or double click the Wireless Console icon LAN icon and bluetooth icon are shown.

  • Page 53: Bluetooth Wireless Connection (On Selected Models)

    Using the Notebook PC Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. If your Notebook PC did not come with built-in Bluetooth, you need to connect a USB or ExpressCard Bluetooth module in order to use Bluetooth.
  • Page 54 Using the Notebook PC...

  • Page 55: Appendix

    Appendix Optional Accessories & Connections Operating System and Software System BIOS Settings Common Problems and Solutions Windows Software Recovery Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information There may be differences between your Notebook PC and the drawings shown in this manual.

  • Page 56: Optional Accessories

    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.

  • Page 57: Optional Connections

    Appendix Optional Connections These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. USB Keyboard and Mouse Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an external USB mouse will allow Windows navigation to be more comfortable. Both the external USB keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC’s built-in keyboard and touchpad.

  • Page 58: Bluetooth Mouse Setup (Optional

    Appendix Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional) This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices in Windows operating system. 1. Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section 3). 2. Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless 2b.
  • Page 59 Appendix 4. Prepare the Bluetooth mouse. 5. Select Bluetooth Mouse and click Next to continue. • Install two “AA” batteries. • Turn ON the power switch on the bottom of the mouse. The bottom sensor should glow red. • Push the “RESET” button on the bottom of the Bluetooth mouse.

  • Page 60: Operating System And Software

    Appendix Operating System and Software This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. 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 stability and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed.

  • Page 61: Security Setting

    Appendix System BIOS Settings (cont.) 2. Select each item and BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot press [Enter] to select a Boot Device Priority Specifies the boot device. sequence from the 1st Boot Device [Network] availabe devices. 2nd Boot Device [CD/DVD] 3rd Boot Device [Removable Device] A device enclosed 4th Boot Device [Hard Drive] in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu. Select Screen Select Item Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc.

  • Page 62: Save Changes

    Appendix System BIOS Settings (cont.) Password Check Select whether to ask for BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security a password during bootup Security Settings Setup: Check password (Always) or only when while invoking setup. Supervisor Password : Installed Always: Check password entering the BIOS setup User Password : Installed while invoking setup as well as on each utility (Setup). Change Supervisor Password boot. User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Clear User Password Options...

  • Page 63: Common Problems And Solutions

    4. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance. Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey The Hotkey (FN) is disabled. A. Reinstall the “ATK0100” driver from the driver CD or download it from the ASUS website. Hardware Problem - Built-in Camera The built-in camera does not work correctly.

  • Page 64: Battery Maintenance

    2. Do NOT remove the battery pack while using the Notebook PC with the AC adaptor to prevent damage caused by the accidental power loss. The ASUS battery pack has protection circuitry to prevent over-charging so it will not damage the battery pack if it is left in the Notebook PC.
  • Page 65 (CAUTION: Do not connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses.) Software Problem - ASUS bundled software When I power ON the Notebook PC, there will be an “Open policy file error” message.
  • Page 66 4. Update the BIOS to the latest version with Easy Flash in Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode. These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Ensure your Notebook PC does not lose power during the BIOS flashing process.) 5.

  • Page 67: Updating The Bios

    1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website and save it in your flash disk drive. 2. Connect your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC.
  • Page 68 Appendix Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.) Symantec’s Norton Internet Security (NIS) (on selected models) 1. Sometimes NIS will show an alert to stop a Trojan virus from a local IP address. This problem can be solved by making sure the virus definition file is the latest one and regularly updating the virus definition file.
  • Page 69 Appendix Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.) 8. Cannot uninstall NIS. Go to Control Panel | Add or Remove Programs. Look for “Norton Internet Security 200x (Symantec Corporation)”. Click Change/Remove and choose Remove All to uninstall NIS. 9. Windows Firewall must be stopped before installing “Norton Internet Security” or “Norton Personal Firewall”.

  • Page 70: Windows Vista Software Recovery

    1. Press [F9] during bootup (requires a Recovery Partition) 2. Press [Enter] to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled] 3. Read the “ASUS Preload Wizard” screen and click Next. 4. Select a partition option and click Next. Partition options: Recover Windows to first partition only.
  • Page 71 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. WARNING: Do not remove the Recovery disc (unless instructed to do so) during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable. Please visit www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. A-1...

  • Page 72: Glossary

    Appendix 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) This table is for general reference only and should not be used as a source of the American Wire Gauge standard as this table may not be current or complete.
  • Page 73 Appendix Glossary (Cont.) CPU (Central Processing Unit) The CPU, sometimes called “Processor,” actually functions as the “brain” of the computer. It interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored in memory. Device Driver A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer’s operating system to communicate with devices such as VGA, audio, Ethernet, printer, or modem.
  • Page 74 Appendix Glossary (Cont.) Laser Classifications As lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards became apparent. To meet this need, laser classifications were established. Current classification levels vary from optically safe, requiring no controls (Class 1) to very hazardous, requiring strict controls (Class 4). CLASS 1: A Class 1 laser or laser system emits levels of optical energy that are eye-safe and consequently require no controls.

  • Page 75: Suspend Mode

    Appendix Glossary (Cont.) Suspend Mode In Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save-to-Disk (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the function keys. The time-out setting of both Hard Disk and Video can be set by the BIOS Setup.

  • Page 76: Declarations And Safety Statements

    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.

  • Page 77: Network Compatibility Declaration

    Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), 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).
  • Page 78 Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.) This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More Testing Austria Belgium Czech Republic Not Applicable Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Not Applicable Iceland Ireland Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands...

  • Page 79: Federal Communications Commission Statement

    Appendix 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.

  • Page 80: Ce Mark Warning

    Appendix FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions in the user’s manual. This equipment is for operation within 5.15 GHz and 5.25GHz frequency ranges and is restricted to indoor environments only.

  • Page 81: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    Appendix Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: •...

  • Page 82: Ul Safety Notices

    H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. A-2...

  • Page 83: Energy Star Complied Product

    For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Eco-label Hompage: http://www.ecolabel.eu. *ASUS’ recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions to our customers to enable them to responsibly recycle our products.

  • Page 84: Takeback And Recycling

    And, the environment is protected from any uncontrolled release of harmful chemicals. ASUS works with recycling vendors with the highest standards for protecting our environment, ensuring worker safety, and complying with global environmental laws. Our commitment to recycling our old equipment grows out of our work to protect the environment in many ways.
  • Page 85 Appendix Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) 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) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fab- brica.

  • Page 86: Optical Drive Safety Information

    Appendix Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information Internal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user’s manual. WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in the user’s manual may result in hazardous laser exposure.
  • Page 87 Appendix CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish A-33...

  • Page 88: Notebook Pc Information

    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 Telephone: _____________ Manufacturer: ____________ Model: ___________Serial Number: _____________ Display Size: __________ Resolution: ___________ Memory Size: _____________ Retailer: ________________Location: ___________ Purchase Date: _____________...
  • Page 89 This product is protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 7,416,423; 7,415,588; 7,413,402; 7,411,791; 7,408,855; 7,403,378; 7,400,721; 7,399,011; 7,394,533; 7,392,968; 7,388,754; 7,388,752; 7,388,743; 7,382,605; 7,382,314; 7,375,952; 7,374,433; 7,373,493; 7,369,402; 7,369,064; 7,362,568; 7,362,521; 7,362,276; 7,361,034; 7,359,209; 7,359,189; 7,355,372; 7,353,408;...

  • Page 90: Copyright Information

    ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the maximum for which ASUS, its sup- pliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.

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