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E6366

Notebook PC User Manual

April 2011

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  • Page 1: Notebook Pc User Manual

    E6366 Notebook PC User Manual April 2011...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Sleep and Hibernate ..................36 Thermal Power Control .................38 Special Keyboard Functions .................39 Colored Hot Keys ....................39 Microsoft Windows Keys ................41 Multimedia Control Keys (on selected models) ........44 Switches and Status Indicators ..............45 Switches ......................45 Status Indicators .....................46 Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 3 Internal Modem Compliancy ..............A-23 Declarations and Safety Statements ............ A-27 Federal Communications Commission Statement ......A-27 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement .... A-28 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) ....A-28 CE Marking ....................A-29 Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 4 Sound Pressure warning ................. A-36 DC Fan warning ..................A-36 Adapter Information ................. A-36 CTR 21 Approval(for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) ..A-37 European Union Eco-label ..............A-39 ENERGY STAR complied product ............A-39 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration A-40 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services .............

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introducing The Notebook Pc

    Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook PC...

  • Page 6: About This User's Manual

    You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information regarding the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manual: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    Wipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. DO NOT place on...
  • Page 8 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: Sound Pressure Warning

    DC Fan warning Please note that the DC fan is a moving part that may cause DANGER. Ensure to keep your body from the moving fan blades. Adapter Information...

  • Page 10: Airplane Precautions

    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 when the Notebook PC is in use.

  • Page 11: Preparing Your Notebook Pc

    Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Installing the Battery Pack Connecting the Power Adapter Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 12 Opening the LCD display panel Carefully lift up the display panel with your thumb. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to a comfortable viewing angle. Turning on the Power Push and release the power button located beneath the LCD display panel.

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Knowing The Parts

    Chapter 2: Knowing the parts...

  • Page 14: Top Side

    Top Side The keyboard differs for each territory. Pause Prt Sc Delete Home PgUp PgDn Break SysRq Insert NumLK Backspace PgUp Home Caps Lock Enter Shift Shift PgDn Enter Ctrl Ctrl Insert Delete Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 15 3D Vision IR port (on selected models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to the 3D glasses when you play a 3D video game or watch 3D movies. Camera Indicator The camera indicator shows when the built-in camera is in use.
  • Page 16 Instant Key Instant key allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details are described in section 3. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands.

  • Page 17: Bottom Side

    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 18 Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. 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 19: Right Side

    USB Port (3.0) (on selected models) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0),...
  • Page 20 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements or requirements. LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters.
  • Page 21 To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. The adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 22: Left Side

    Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.
  • Page 23 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject. Microphone Input Jack...

  • Page 24: Rear Side

    Rear Side Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3: Getting Started

    Chapter 3: Getting Started...

  • Page 26: 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. Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter.
  • Page 27 IMPORTANT! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to power other electrical devices. If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing.

  • Page 28: Using Battery Power

    Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures to install the battery pack. IMPORTANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. To install the battery pack:...

  • Page 29: Battery Care

    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 30: 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 31 > choose Properties > click the Tools tab > click Check Now > click Start. You can also select “Scan ... sectors” for more effective scan and repair but the process will run slower. IMPORTANT! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing.

  • Page 32: Checking Battery Power

    WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is depleted. STR is not the same as power OFF. STR requires a small amount of power and will fail and lose data if no power is available due to complete battery depletion or no power supply (e.g.

  • Page 33: 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 using the power adapter.

  • Page 34: Power Options

    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. Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system.

  • Page 35: Emergency Shutdown

    Notebook PC: Hold the power button over 4 seconds. IMPORTANT! DO NOT use emergency shutdown while data is being written; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 36: Power Management Modes

    (such as a document scrolled down half way or email typed half way) will reappear as if you never left. Shut Down will close all applications and ask if you want to save your work if any are not saved.
  • Page 37 Windows button and the arrowhead next to the lock icon to see this option. You can also use the keyboard shortcut [Fn F1] to activate this mode. Recover by pressing any keyboard key except [Fn]. (NOTE: The power indicator will blink in this mode.) Hibernate is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive.

  • Page 38: 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).

  • Page 39: Special Keyboard Functions

    The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the icons instead of the function keys.
  • Page 40 LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC’s LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.) NOTE: Must connect an external monitor...

  • Page 41: Microsoft Windows Keys

    You can see the current mode through the on-screen display (OSD). 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.

  • Page 42: Keyboard As A Numeric Keypad

    These dual-purpose keys are labeled in orange on the key caps. Numeric assignments are located at the upper right hand corner of each key as shown in the figure. When the numeric keypad is Ins/Num LK engaged by pressing [...
  • Page 43 An extended keyboard is available on selected models. The extended keyboard has a dedicated numeric keypad for easy number entry. Use [Num Lk / Scr Lk] to toggle between using the extended keypad as numbers or as pointer directions. The pointer direction keys are for navigation between fields or cells such as those in a spreadsheet or table.

  • Page 44: Multimedia Control Keys (On Selected Models)

    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. CD Play/Pause During CD stop, begins CD play.

  • Page 45: Switches And Status Indicators

    3D Mode Switch Key (on 3D models) Toggles to activate the 3D mode function and again to switch back to 2D mode. This function is only available when playing a 3D video game or watching a 3D movie. Splendid Key (on non-3D models) Toggles “Splendid Video Intelligent Technology”...

  • Page 46: Status Indicators

    Status Indicators 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 47: Drive Activity Indicator

    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. Bluetooth / Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT) and built-in wireless LAN.
  • Page 48 Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 49: Chapter 4: Using The Notebook Pc

    Chapter 4: Using the Notebook PC...

  • Page 50: 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. Pointer...

  • Page 51: Using The Touchpad

    Using the Touchpad The touchpad allows you to use your fingers to move the pointer around or select onscreen items instead of using a standard mouse. To use the touchpad, lightly press or tap your finger on the touchpad. Moving The Pointer...

  • Page 52: Touchpad Usage Illustrations

    Double-clicking/Double-tapping - These actions allows you to launch your selected program. Move your finger over the program that you want to launch, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches your selected program. If the interval between the clicks or taps is too long, the operation will not be executed.
  • Page 53 Dragging - Dragging refers to moving an item to another location. Move your finger over an item, while simultaneously pressing the left button, move the item to your desired location, then release the left button. You can also double-tap and hold the item while dragging it with your finger.
  • Page 54 Two-finger zooming in/out - Moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad to zoom in or zoom out. This is convenient when viewing photos or reading documents. Zooming out Zooming in Two-finger rotating - Fix one fingertip on the touchpad and...

  • Page 55: Caring For The Touchpad

    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. • Ensure 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 heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons. • Do not scratch the touchpad with your finger nails or any hard objects. The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard.
  • Page 56 Click Device Settings on the top and click Disable internal pointing device when external USB pointing device plug in check box. Click OK to finish the configuration. Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 57: Storage Devices

    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 the drive’s tray.
  • Page 58 (TOC) on the disc. When the drive stops, the disc is ready to be used. It is normal to hear as well as feel the CD spinning with great intensity in the CD drive while data is read.

  • Page 59: Removing An Optical Disc

    Removing an optical disc Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub. Emergency eject The emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work.

  • Page 60: Using The Optical Drive

    Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical 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 optical drive tray will scratch the CD.

  • Page 61: Flash Memory Card Reader

    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 62: Hard Disk Drive

    Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Poor handling of the Notebook PC may damage the hard disk drive. Handle the Notebook PC gently and keep it away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact. The hard disk drive is the most delicate component and will likely be the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC is dropped.
  • Page 63 Removing the primary hard disk drive Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 64: Installing Primary Hard Disk Drive

    Installing the primary hard disk drive Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 65: Installing Secondary Hard Disk Drive

    Installing the secondary hard disk drive Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 66 Find and connect the hard disk drive cable for the secondary hard disk drive in the package before installing the secondary hard disk. Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 67 Removing the secondary hard disk drive Keep and store the hard disk drive cable for the secondary hard disk drive for future hardware upgrade. Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 68: Memory (Ram)

    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 from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.

  • Page 69: Installing A Memory Card

    Installing a Memory Card: Removing a Memory Card: (This is only an example.) (This is only an example.) Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 70: Connections

    5 or better (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring. If you plan on running the interface at 100/1000Mbps, it must be connected to a 100 BASE-TX / 1000 BASE-T hub (not a BASE-T4 hub). For 10Base-T, use category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring. 10/100 Mbps Full-Duplex is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a network switching hub with “duplex”...
  • Page 71 Twisted-Pair Cable The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straight-through Twisted Pair Ethernet (TPE). The end connectors are called RJ-45 connectors, which are not compatible with RJ-11 telephone connectors. If connecting two computers together without a hub in between, a crossover LAN cable is required (Fast-Ethernet model).

  • Page 72: 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 73: Infrastructure Mode

    Infrastructure mode The Infrastructure mode allows the Notebook PC and other wireless devices to join a wireless network created by an Access Point (AP) (sold separately) that provides a central link for wireless clients to communicate with each other or with a wired network.

  • Page 74: Windows Wireless Network Connection

    Windows Wireless Network Connection Connecting to a network Switch ON the Wireless function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section 3). Press [FN+F2] repeatedly until wireless LAN icon and Bluetooth icon are shown. Or double click the Wireless...
  • Page 75 When connecting, you may have to enter a password. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification area. The crossed wireless network icon appears when you press <Fn>...

  • Page 76: Bluetooth Wireless Connection(On Selected Models)

    You can wireless connect to your mobile phone. Depending on your mobile phone’s capabilities, you can transfer phone book data, photos, sound files, etc. or use it as a modem to connect to the Internet. You may also use it for SMS messaging.
  • Page 77 Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. Click Add a device to look for new devices. Notebook PC User Manual...
  • Page 78 Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close to finish the setting. Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 79: Appendix

    Appendix...

  • Page 80: Optional Accessories

    USB peripherals through a single cable. USB Flash Memory Disk A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds, and greater durability. When used in current operating systems, no drivers are necessary.

  • Page 81: Operating System And Software

    The support disc does not include the operating system itself. The support disc is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in order to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install.

  • Page 82: System Bios Settings

    System BIOS Settings The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by models and territories. Boot Device On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc.

  • Page 83: Security Setting

    Password is then cleared. You will be asked to enter the User Password whenever you power on the Notebook PC (enter BIOS or OS). The Administrator Password is only asked when you would like to enter and configure the BIOS settings.
  • Page 84 To lock the I/O interface: On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security. Select an interface you would like to lock and click Lock. The I/O Interface Security settings can only be altered when you log in with Administrator privilege.
  • Page 85 On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. Select an interface you would like to lock and click Lock. If you set USB Interface to [Lock], External Ports and CMOS Camera will be locked and hidden simultaneously.

  • Page 86: Hdd Password

    You have to set Master Password before setting the User Password. You will be asked to enter user password first (if there is one), then HDD user password when you power on the Notebook PC and cannot enter the operating system if you fail to enter the correct passwords.

  • Page 87: Save Changes

    Save Changes If you want to keep your configuration settings, you must save changes before exiting the BIOS setup utility. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Main Advanced Advanced Chipset Chipset Boot Boot Security Save & Exit...

  • Page 88: Common Problems And Solutions

    Common Problems and Solutions Hardware Problem - Optical Disc The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs. Update the BIOS to the latest version and try again. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again.
  • Page 89 Check “Device Manager” to see if there are any problems. Try reinstalling the webcam driver to solve the problem. If the problem is not solved, update the BIOS to the latest version and try again. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance.
  • Page 90 Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high? Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is air flow from the main air vent. If you have many applications running (see taskbar), close them to decrease system load.
  • Page 91 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. A. Reinstall the latest version “Power4 Gear” utility to solve your problem.
  • Page 92 If problem still cannot be solved, use the recovery process to reinstall your entire system. IMPORTANT! You must backup all your data to another location before recovering. CAUTION! DO NOT connect to the Internet before you have installed an anti-virus software and Internet firewall to protect yourself from viruses.

  • Page 93: Updating The Bios

    Updating the BIOS. 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. Connect your flash disk drive to the Notebook PC and power on the Notebook PC.

  • Page 94: Recovering Your Notebook Pc

    The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Notebook PC’s software to its original working state. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings).

  • Page 95: Using Recovery Dvd (On Selected Models

    Recover Windows to entire HD with two partitions. This option deletes all partitions from your hard drive and creates two new partitions “C” (25%) and “D” (75%). Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.
  • Page 96 Recovery DVD. IMPORTANT! Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your Notebook PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition.

  • Page 97: Using The Recovery Dvd

    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. Ensure to connect the power adapter to your Notebbook PC when performing system recovery.

  • Page 98: Dvd-Rom Drive Information

    “Region Definitions” below. Copyright laws require that all DVD movies be limited to a particular region (usually coded to the region at which it is sold). While DVD movie content may be released for multiple regions, CSS design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must only be capable of playing one region.

  • Page 99: Region Definitions

    Region 1 Canada, US, US Territories Region 2 Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Turkey, UK, Greece, Former Yugoslav Republics, Slovakia...

  • Page 100: Blu-Ray Rom Drive Information(On Selected Models

    Region Definitions Region A North, Central and South American countries, and their territories; Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, Korea (South and North), South East Asian countries and their territories. Region B European, African, and South West Asian countries and their territories;...

  • Page 101: Internal Modem Compliancy

    Overview On 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the CTR 21 has been published in the Official Journal of the EC. The CTR 21 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMF-dialling which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network).

  • Page 102: Network Compatibility Declaration

    It will also advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use the equipment on another network.”...
  • Page 103 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 104 For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom. de/technologies/ctr_21.html 1 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 make any additional testing superfluous).

  • Page 105: Declarations And Safety Statements

    This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 106: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    “The manufacture declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA.” This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

  • Page 107: Ce Marking

    2006/95/EC “Low voltage directive” . CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/ EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.

  • Page 108: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on...
  • Page 109 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort 94 Val de Marne This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.arcep.fr) Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW.

  • Page 110: Ul Safety Notices

    • DO NOT use the Notebook PC near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. • DO NOT use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

  • Page 111: Power Safety Requirement

    (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable – installation should include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the earth at the building entrance. REACH...

  • Page 112: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries

    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 fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente. (Italian) VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der...

  • Page 113: Optical Drive 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 114: Macrovision Corporation Product Notice

    DC Fan warning Please notice that the DC fan is a moving part that may cause DANGER. Ensure to keep your body from the moving fan blades. Adapter Information...

  • Page 115: Ctr 21 Approval(For Notebook Pc With Built-In Modem

    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Notebook PC User Manual A-37...
  • Page 116 Spanish Swedish A-38 Notebook PC User Manual...

  • Page 117: European Union Eco-Label

    European Union Eco-label This Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the following characteristics: Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by modes. Limited use of toxic heavy metals. Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health.

  • Page 118: Global Environmental Regulation Compliance And Declaration

    ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 119: Copyright Information

    No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

  • Page 120: Limitation Of Liability

    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 suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.
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