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- Page 1 Hardware User’s Manual Product Name: Notebook PC Hardware Manual Revision: 1.00 E991 Release Date: Mar 2002 Notebook PC...
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Page 2: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Product Warranty Registration Register your product to activate warranty coverage. Visit http://www.asus.com.tw/register/register.htm ASUS e-Member Enter your login information and click Login ASUS 24 Hour Online Technical Support e-Magazine http://www.asusemag.com.tw/ Technical Reference Guides http://www.asus.com.tw/inside/TechnicalReference.htm NETQ Discussion Forum http://www.asusnetq.com.tw Software Download http://download.asus.com.tw... -
Page 3: 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. -
Page 4: Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
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) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. - Page 5 Safety Statements WARNING! 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.
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Page 6: Transportation Precautions
Safety Statements Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect 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, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. - Page 7 Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish...
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Page 8: Ul Safety Notices
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 Code (NFPA 70). -
Page 9: Table Of Contents
1. Introducing the Notebook PC ... 11 About This User’s Manual ... 12 Notes For This Manual ... 12 2. Knowing the Parts ... 13 Top Side ... 14 Bottom Side ... 16 Left Side ... 18 Right Side ... 19 Rear Side ... - Page 10 Contents Optical Drive ... 39 Optional External Connections ... 42 PortBar II Accessory (Optional on selected models) ... 44 PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket ... 45 32-bit CardBus Support ... 45 Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) ... 46 Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA) ... 46 Modem and Network Connections ...
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Page 11: Introducing The Notebook Pc
1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual... -
Page 12: 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. -
Page 13: Knowing The Parts
2. Knowing the Parts Top Side Bottom Side Left Side Right Side Rear Side Front Side... -
Page 14: Top Side
Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC. Volume and Mute Control Opening the Display Panel One spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use. -
Page 15: Display Panel
Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Display Panel Care The LCD screen is very delicate and requires careful handling. -
Page 16: Bottom Side
Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC. Name Card Holder Audio Speaker 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 17: Battery Lock
Knowing the Parts The following describes the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration on the previous page. Air Vent and Cooling Fan The cooling fan turns ON when the temperature rises past a set threshold. The cooling fan is an extra feature needed for upgrading to faster processors in the future. -
Page 18: Left Side
Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of the Notebook PC. Volume Control Reset Button Kensington ® Air Vent DC Power Lock Port Input Jack ® Kensington Lock Port ®... -
Page 19: Right Side
Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of the Notebook PC. Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in several optical drive models. Choose from CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD- ROM, or DVD-ROM + CD-RW combo. Headphone Jack (Head-Out) and SPDIF Jack (SPDIF) The stereo headphone jack is used to connect the Notebook PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. -
Page 20: Rear Side
Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC. The following describes the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration above. -
Page 21: External Monitor Port
External Monitor Port The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. External Expansion Port The External Expansion Port is for connection to an optional Portbar II or PortDock II to provide a docking solution to desktop peripherals and expansion options to various drive modules. -
Page 22: Front Side
Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Audio Speaker (see bottom) Display Panel Latch One display panel latch is used to lock the display panel in the closed position. Display Panel Latch Audio Speaker (see bottom) -
Page 23: Getting Started
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... -
Page 24: Using The Battery Pack
Getting Started Using the Battery Pack Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, there will be a large opening at the bottom of the Notebook PC. Use the following procedures to install or remove the battery pack. -
Page 25: Charging The Battery Pack
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. -
Page 26: Power Connection
Getting Started Power Connection Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter. That means that you may connect the power cord to any 110V-120V as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters. Different countries may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided US-standard AC power cord to a different standard. -
Page 27: Powering On The Notebook Pc
Powering ON The Notebook PC The Notebook PC’s power-ON message appears on the screen followed by a short beep 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: Power Management - Stand By And Hibernate
Getting Started Power Management - Stand By and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in Windows ME. You can define Stand By or Power Off for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. -
Page 29: Using The Keyboard
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. “Z”... -
Page 30: Instant Launch Keys And Status Indicators
Getting Started Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators The icons vary between models but the functions are the same. Status Indicators Mute Indicator If the sound is muted by pushing in the volume wheel, this indicator will light. Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk or optical storage drive. -
Page 31: Instant Launch Keys
Instant Launch Keys The instant launch keys provide a fast and convenient way of switching applications while the Notebook PC is ON. If the Notebook PC is OFF, it can turn ON the power and start the designated application. Volume Control The wheel on the left side allows you to quickly increase (turn wheel away from you) or decrease (turn wheel towards you), or mute (push wheel in) the volume. -
Page 32: Status Indicators (Internally And Externally Visible)
Getting Started Status Indicators (Internally and Externally Visible) These status indicators can be seen when the display panel is opened or closed from either the top or front. Top 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. -
Page 33: Microsoft Windows™ Keys
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 cursor, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows™... -
Page 34: Keyboard As Cursors
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. With Number Lock OFF, press up, [Fn][K] for down, [Fn][U] for left, and [Fn][O] for right. With Number Lock ON, use [Shift] and one of the cursor keys shown below. -
Page 35: Using The Notebook Pc
4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Optical Drive Optional External Connections PortBar II Accessory (Optional) PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Modem and Network Connections IR Wireless Communication AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes System Memory Expansion Hard Disk Drive Processor &... -
Page 36: Pointing Device
Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software. -
Page 37: 4 Using The Notebook Pc
Using the Notebook PC Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor 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 38: Caring For The Touchpad
Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the cursor over the item you select, and while keeping the left button depressed, moving the cursor to the desired location, then release the button. -
Page 39: Optical Drive
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. 3. Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc’s printed side up. Push down on both sides of the disc’s center until the disc snaps onto the hub. -
Page 40: Listening To Audio Cd
Using the Notebook PC Using the CD-ROM Drive CD-ROM discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop CD-ROM drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle. When inserting a CD, it is important that the CD be pressed onto the center hub or else the CD-ROM drive tray will scratch the CD. -
Page 41: Regional Playback Information
Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes called copy guard) is the name given to the content protection scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication. -
Page 42: Optional External Connections
Using the Notebook PC Optional External Connections Monitor Out Connection Connecting an external monitor is just like on a standard desktop PC. Just plug in the VGA cable and its ready to use (some Notebook PC configurations may require additional display driver settings). You can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the external monitor. -
Page 43: External Audio Connections
Optional External Connections (Cont’) External Audio Connections The Notebook PC provides easy access for connecting a stereo headphone, mono micro- phone, and a stereo audio source just like on some personal tape recorders. External Mouse Connection A USB mouse can be easily connected to the Notebook PC. -
Page 44: Portbar Ii Accessory (Optional On Selected Models)
Using the Notebook PC PortBar II Accessory (Optional on selected models) If you require a simple inexpensive docking solution, just use a PortBar to connect your desktop devices and then quickly connect or disconnect all the devices through a single easy-to-use connector. The PortBar’s Plug &... -
Page 45: Pc Card (Pcmcia) Socket
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. Each PCMCIA socket can interface with type I or type II PC cards. PC cards are about the size of a few stacked credit cards and have a 68-pin connector at one end. -
Page 46: Inserting A Pc Card (Pcmcia)
Using the Notebook PC Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) 1. Insert the PC card with the connector side first. When the PC card is fully inserted, it should be flush with the side of the Notebook PC. Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA) To remove the PC card, first remove all cables or adapters attached to the PC card, then double-click the PC card icon on the Windows taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove. -
Page 47: Modem And Network Connections
Modem and Network Connections The built-in modem and network model comes with both an RJ-11 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 telephone wiring designed for dedicated phone systems that may not be compatible). -
Page 48: Network Connection
Using the Notebook PC 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. For 100BASE-TX speeds, your network cable must be category 5 (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring. -
Page 49: Ir Wireless Communication
IR Wireless Communication The Notebook PC is equipped with a conveniently located Infrared (IR) Communication Port (see 2. Knowing the Parts for location). The IR port comes with IrDA (Infrared Data Association) Serial Infrared Data Link Version 1.1 compliance, that allows you to perform point-to-point wireless communications. -
Page 50: Ac Power System
Using the Notebook PC 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 decrease the Notebook PC’s performance. 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. -
Page 51: Using Battery Power
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 To check the remaining battery power, move your cursor over the power icon. -
Page 52: Power Management Modes
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 Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. -
Page 53: Thermal Power Control
Power Savings The Notebook PC enters Standby mode (low priority) when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time. The timeout can be set through BIOS setup (lower priority) and Windows power management (higher priority). To resume system operation, press any key. Power State Summary STATE ENTRY EVENT... -
Page 54: Hard Disk Drive
Using the Notebook PC System Memory Expansion At least one memory module is required to use this Notebook PC. But, 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. -
Page 55: Vehicle/Air & Vehicle-Only Power Adapters (Optional On Selected Models)
Vehicle/Air & Vehicle-Only Power Adapters (Optional on selected models) The main purpose of the vehicle/air or vehicle-only power adapters is to provide a source of power for using the Notebook PC and/or charging the Notebook PC’s battery from while in transit when no AC power is available. -
Page 56: Securing Your Notebook Pc (Optional)
Using the Notebook PC Securing Your Notebook PC (Optional) 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 Notebook PC physically to an unmovable object. The cable ®... -
Page 57: Appendix
Appendix Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary World Power Plug Standards Index Owner Information... -
Page 58: Internal Modem Compliancy
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). However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. - Page 59 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied Austria Belgium Czech Republic Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21.html National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would...
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Page 60: 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) Gauge Diam Area (mm) (mm2) 0.04 0.0013 0.05 0.0020 0.06... - Page 61 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. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM.
- Page 62 Appendix 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 FireWire (Apple).
- Page 63 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 keyboard, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices. PS/2 Port PS/2 ports are based on IBM Micro Channel Architecture.
- Page 64 Appendix 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 timeout setting of both Hard Disk and Video can be set by the BIOS Setup.
- Page 65 World Power Plug Standards (A) This is a plug with two flat parallel prongs. American Samoa, Anguilla, Antigua, Aruba, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Cayman Islands, China (without holes in blades and slightly shorter blades), Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Maldives, Micronesia, Montserrat, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Niger, Okinawa, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, St.
- Page 66 Appendix (F) Plug F is similar to C except it is round and has the addition of two grounding clips on the side of the plug. This is refered to as "Schuko" style. Algeria, American Samoa, Aruba, Austria, Azores, Balearic Islands, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Cape Verde, Chad, Croatia, El Salvador, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guinea, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Italy, Jordan, Korea, Laos, Luxembourg, Madeira, Monaco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, Niger, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Suriname, Sweden, Turkey,...
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Page 67: Index
Index AC Power System 50 APM and ACPI 52 Battery Pack 24 Battery Power System 50 Canadian Department of Communications 3 Capital Lock 30 CardBus 45 CDRH Regulations 4 Colored Hot Keys 29 Cooling Fan 17 CTR 21 Approval 6 Display Panel 15 Display Panel Latch 22 DVD-ROM Drive Information 40... - Page 68 Appendix Regional Playback Information 41 Restarting or Rebooting 28 Securing Your Notebook PC 56 Status Indicators 30 Suspend Mode 52, 64 System Memory Expansion 55 Thermal Power Control 53 Touchpad and Buttons 15 Touchpad, Caring 38 Touchpad, Using 36 Transportation Precautions 6 Twisted-Pair Cable 48, 64 UL Safety Notices 8 USB Floppy Disk Drive 35...
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Page 70: Owner Information
Appendix Owner 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: ________________ Retailer: ______________________________________ Telephone: ________________ Display Size: _________ Purchase Date: _________ Serial Number: ________________...