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Asus G750JH E-Manual

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  • Page 1 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    One-finger gestures ..................30 Two-finger gestures ..................32 Three-finger gestures ..................33 Using the keyboard ..................4 Function keys ....................34 Function keys for ASUS Apps ..............35 Windows®8 keys ....................35 Multimedia control keys ................36 Numeric keypad ....................36 Using the optical drive ...................7 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 4 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection ....59 Configuring a static IP network connection .........63 Turning your Notebook PC off ..............64 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep ............64 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps ..................66 LifeFrame ......................66 Power4Gear Hybrid..................68 USB Charger+ ....................69 Instant On ......................71...
  • Page 5 Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) The Power-on Self-test (POST) ..............74 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot ........74 BIOS ........................74 Accessing BIOS ....................74 BIOS Settings ....................75 Troubleshoot......................8 Refresh your PC ....................83 Reset your PC ....................84 Advanced options ..................85 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module ......88 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) ............9 Installing a new battery pack ...............98...
  • Page 6 ENERGY STAR complied product ............120 European Union Eco-label ................ 121 Prevention of Hearing Loss ..............121 Coating Notice ....................121 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 122 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ............122 Regional notice for Singapore ..............122 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating.

  • Page 10: Caring For Your Notebook Pc

    Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water.

  • Page 11: Proper Disposal

    Proper disposal Do not throw your 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 12 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 14: Getting To Know Your Notebook Pc

    Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The top view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 15: Power Button

    Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. 3D Vision IR port (on selected models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to your 3D glasses while playing 3D video games or watching 3D movies. Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC.

  • Page 16: Power Indicator

    Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC’s keyboard. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing.

  • Page 17: Two-Color Battery Charge Indicator

    Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Status Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 95% and 100%.

  • Page 18: Bottom

    Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents.
  • Page 19 Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is connected to a power source. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC. Spring battery lock The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in place once it is inserted into the battery slot.

  • Page 20: Right Side

    Right Side Headphone output and S/PDIF output combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) compliant devices.
  • Page 21 HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area network (LAN). VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as monitors or...

  • Page 22: Left Side

    Left Side Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. USB 3.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to USB 2.0. Optical drive Your Notebook PC’s optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable...

  • Page 23: Memory Card Reader

    Manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not work. WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in this manual.

  • Page 24: Rear View

    Rear View Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents to prevent overheating.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2: Using Your Notebook Pc

    Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 26: Getting Started

    Getting started Install the battery pack (on selected models). IMPORTANT! If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures for installation. Align and insert the battery pack into the Notebook PC’s battery slot. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 27: Charge Your Notebook Pc

    Charge your Notebook PC. A. Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. Plug the AC power cord into a 100V~240V power source. Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s power (DC) input port. IMPORTANT! • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the first time.

  • Page 28: Lift To Open The Display Panel

    Lift to open the display panel. Press the power button. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 29: Gestures For The Touchpad

    Gestures for the touchpad Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touchpad. Moving the pointer You can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.

  • Page 30: One-Finger Gestures

    One-finger gestures Tap/Double tap • In the Start screen, tap on an app to launch it. • In Desktop mode, double-tap an application to launch it. Left-click Right-click • In the Start screen, click on • In the Start screen, click an app to launch it.
  • Page 31 Drag and drop Double-tap an item, then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad. Top edge swipe In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge to launch the All •...

  • Page 32: Two-Finger Gestures

    Two-finger gestures Rotate Tap two fingers on the touchpad To rotate an image, place two to simulate the right-click fingers on the touchpad then function. turn one finger clockwise or counterclockwise while the other stays still. Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or Slide two fingers to scroll left or down.

  • Page 33: Three-Finger Gestures

    Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other finger, slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a new location. Three-finger gestures Swipe up Swipe down Swipe three fingers upward to Swipe three fingers downward to show all running applications.

  • Page 34: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard Increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC...

  • Page 35: Function Keys For Asus Apps

    Turns the speaker volume up Function keys for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch ASUS apps. Toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to switch between these display...

  • Page 36: Multimedia Control Keys

    Multimedia control keys The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC. Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as below: Stop Skip to Skip to Play or previous...

  • Page 37: Using The Optical Drive

    Using the optical drive NOTE: The actual location of the electronic eject button may vary depending on your Notebook PC model. Inserting an optical disc While the Notebook PC is on, press the electronic eject button to partially eject the optical drive tray.
  • Page 38 Push the drive tray gently to close the optical drive. NOTE: While data is being read, it is normal to hear some spinning and vibrating in the optical drive. Manual eject hole The manual eject hole is located on the optical drive door and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not work.

  • Page 39: Chapter 3: Working With Windows

    Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 40: Starting For The First Time

    Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8 operating system. To start your Notebook PC for the first time: Press the power button on your Notebook PC.

  • Page 41: Windows ® Ui

    ® Windows Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start screen. It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account.

  • Page 42: Hotspots

    Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 43 Hotspot Action upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper left corner then tap on the recent app’s thumbnail to revert back to that running app. If you launched more than one app, slide down to show all running apps. lower left corner From a running app’s screen: Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left...

  • Page 44: Working With Windows Apps

    ® Working with Windows apps Use your Notebook PC’s touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your apps. Launching apps Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it. Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps.

  • Page 45: Closing Apps

    Closing apps 1. Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. 2. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. From the running app’s screen, press Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 46: Accessing The Apps Screen

    Accessing the Apps screen Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications through the Apps screen. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard.
  • Page 47 Pinning more apps on the Start screen You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touchpad. Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to pin on the Start screen. Right-click on the app to activate its settings. Tap on the icon.

  • Page 48: Charms Bar

    Charms bar The charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Charms bar Launching the charms bar NOTE: When called out, the charms bar initially appears as a set of...
  • Page 49 Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Share This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This charm reverts the display back to the Start screen. From the Start screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.

  • Page 50: Snap Feature

    Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC’s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. Snap bar Using Snap Use your Notebook PC’s touchpad or keyboard to activate and use Snap.
  • Page 51 Launch the app you wish to snap. Press Launch another app. To switch between apps, press Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 52: Other Keyboard Shortcuts

    Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows®8. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File search pane Opens the Share pane...
  • Page 53 Opens the Second screen pane Opens the Apps search pane Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings search pane Opens a menu box of Windows® tools Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings Enables the print screen function...

  • Page 54: Connecting To Wireless Networks

    Connecting to wireless networks Wi-Fi Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC’s Wi-Fi connection. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Wi-Fi connection of your Notebook PC.
  • Page 55 Tap Connect to start the network connection. NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi connection. If you want to enable sharing between your Notebook PC and other wireless-enabled systems, tap Yes, turn on sharing and connect to devices. Tap No, don't turn on sharing or connect to devices if you do not want to enable the sharing function.

  • Page 56: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling Bluetooth on your Notebook PC. Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices You need to pair your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers.
  • Page 57 Select a device from the list. Compare the passcode on your Notebook PC with the passcode sent to your chosen device. If they are the same, tap Yes to successfully pair your Notebook PC with the device. NOTE: For some bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your Notebook PC.

  • Page 58: Airplane Mode

    Airplane mode The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you to use your Notebook PC safely while in-flight. Turning Airplane mode on Launch the Charms bar. and tap Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode Press Turning Airplane mode off Launch the Charms bar.

  • Page 59: Connecting To Wired Networks

    Connecting to wired networks You can also connect to wired networks, such as local area networks and broadband Internet connection, using your Notebook PC’s LAN port. NOTE: Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or your network administrator for assistance in setting up your Internet connection.
  • Page 60 Tap Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then tap Properties. Tap Obtain an IP address automatically then tap OK. NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 61 Return to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap Set up a new connection or network. Select Connect to the Internet then tap Next. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 62 Tap Broadband (PPPoE). 10. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap Connect. 11. Tap Close to finish the configuration. 12. Tap on the taskbar then tap the connection you just created. 13. Type your user name and password then tap Connect to start connecting to the Internet.

  • Page 63: Configuring A Static Ip Network Connection

    Configuring a static IP network connection Repeat steps 1 to 5 under Configuring a dynamic IP/ PPPoE network connection. Tap Use the following IP address. Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway from your service provider. If needed, you can also type the preferred DNS server address and alternate DNS server address then tap Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 64: Turning Your Notebook Pc Off

    Turning your Notebook PC off You can turn off your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures: from the Charms bar then tap • > Shut down to do a normal shutdown. > Shut down. • From the log-in screen, tap •...

  • Page 65: Chapter 4: Asus Apps

    Chapter 4: ASUS apps Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 66: Featured Asus Apps

    Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app. To launch LifeFrame Press The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in thumbnail view.
  • Page 67 LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take pictures using your webcam. Camcorder Use this function to take videos through your webcam. Monitor This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo.

  • Page 68: Power4Gear Hybrid

    Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press Select from these power saving modes. Allows you to hide the desktop icons Use these options to customize onscreen and turns the presentation...

  • Page 69: Usb Charger

    Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is running on battery power and allows you to charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode.
  • Page 70 Select one or both of these charging options: Enable quick charge when the system is running or Enable quick charge when the system is in sleep/hibernate/ shutdown mode. NOTE: On some models, the USB Charger+ automatically selects both options. You can deselect these two options, if necessary.

  • Page 71: Instant On

    (Deep S3) using Instant On. NOTE: Deep S3 is a technology that lets you save more battery power while your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode. IMPORTANT! The standby time varies according to your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions.
  • Page 72 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 73: Chapter 5: Power-On Self-Test (Post)

    Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 74: The Power-On Self-Test (Post)

    The Power-on Self-test (POST) The Power-on Self-test (POST) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC’s architecture. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook...

  • Page 75: Bios Settings

    BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. Boot This menu allows you to set your boot option priorities. You may refer to the following procedures when setting your boot priority. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.
  • Page 76 and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Press Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Sets the system boot Launch CSM [Enabled] order Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities...

  • Page 77: User Password

    Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC’s hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. NOTE: If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this •...
  • Page 78 To clear the password: On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. Type in the current password then press Leave the Create New Password field blank then press Select Yes in the confirmation box then press I/O Interface Security In the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to lock or unlock some interface functions of your Notebook PC.
  • Page 79 USB Interface Security Through the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Security If LOCKED, all USB USB Interface Security devices will be disabled USB Interface...
  • Page 80 Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advance Boot...

  • Page 81: To Update The Bios

    To update the BIOS: Verify the Notebook PC’s exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC.
  • Page 82 Press Enter to run the utility to select and Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] update BIOS. Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] ASUS USB Charger+ in battery mode [Disabled] Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Intel AES-NI [Enabled] CPU C states [Disabled] VT-d...

  • Page 83: Troubleshoot

    Troubleshoot By pressing during POST, you can access Windows® 8 troubleshoot options which includes the following: • Refresh your PC • Reset your PC • Advanced options Refresh your PC Use Refresh your PC if you want to refresh your system without losing your current files and applications.

  • Page 84: Reset Your Pc

    Reset your PC IMPORTANT! Back up all your data before performing this option. Use Reset your PC to restore your Notebook PC to its default settings. To access this during POST: Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot.

  • Page 85: Advanced Options

    Advanced options Use Advanced options to perform additional troubleshooting options in your Notebook PC. To access this during POST: Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. Tap Advanced options.
  • Page 86 In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. Choose an account you would like to recover using a system image file. Type your account password then tap Continue. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. You can also choose Select a system image if your system image is in an external device or DVD.

  • Page 87: Chapter 6: Upgrading Your Notebook Pc

    Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 88: Installing A Random Access Memory (Ram) Module

    Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module Upgrade the memory capacity of your Notebook PC by installing a RAM module in the memory module compartment. The following steps show you how to install a RAM module into your Notebook PC: WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment...
  • Page 89 A. Pull out the rubber cover on the bottom side of your Notebook Loosen the screw of the Notebook PC’s compartment cover. Pull out the compartment cover and remove it completely from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 90 D. Align and insert the RAM module into the RAM module slot. Push down the RAM module until it clicks in place angle notches Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 91 Align then push down the compartment cover back into place. G. Reattach and tighten the screw that you removed earlier. H. Reattach the rubber cover on the compartment cover. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 92: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive (Hdd)

    Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Refer to the following steps if you need to replace the hard disk drive of your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Purchase an HDD from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. It is recommended that you replace the HDD under professional supervision.
  • Page 93 A. Pull out the rubber cover on the bottom side of your Notebook Loosen the screw of the Notebook PC’s compartment cover. Pull out the compartment cover and remove it completely from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 94 D. Remove the screws securing the HDD bay to the compartment. Disconnect the HDD bay from the HDD port then remove the HDD bay from the compartment. HDD bay Turn the HDD bay upside down then remove the screws. G. Remove the old HDD from the HDD bay. HDD bay Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 95 H. Place the new HDD with its PCB (printed circuit board) facing the HDD bay. Ensure that the port connectors of your HDD are not obstructed by any part of the HDD bay. Reattach and secure the HDD with the screws you removed earlier.
  • Page 96 Replace the HDD bay back in the compartment, with the HDD connector aligned with the Notebook PC’s HDD port. Push the HDD bay until it connects with the Notebook PC. Secure the HDD bay with the screws you removed earlier. HDD bay Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 97 Align then push down the compartment cover back into place. M. Reattach and tighten the screw that you removed earlier. N. Reattach the rubber cover on the compartment cover. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 98: Installing A New Battery Pack

    Installing a new battery pack WARNING! Turn off your Notebook PC and disconnect all connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector, before removing the battery pack. IMPORTANT! Purchase battery packs from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. NOTE: The following steps are also applicable for removing and replacing the battery pack of your Notebook PC.
  • Page 99 Align and insert the new battery pack into the Notebook PC’s battery slot. Notebook PC E-Manual...
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  • Page 101: Appendices

    Appendices Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 102: Dvd-Rom Drive Information (On Selected Models)

    DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models) The DVD-ROM drive allows you to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. You can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to view DVD titles. Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content.

  • Page 103: Region Definitions

    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 Region 3 Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore,...

  • Page 104: Blu-Ray Rom Drive Information (On Selected Models)

    Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) The Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high definition (HD) videos and other disc file formats such as DVDs and CDs. 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.

  • Page 105: Internal Modem Compliancy

    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 106: Network Compatibility Declaration

    Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter-working difficulties. The manufacturer shall also associate a statement to make it clear where network compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings.
  • Page 107 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 Norway Poland Not Applicable...

  • Page 108: Federal Communications Commission Statement

    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 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 109 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

  • Page 110: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement WARNING! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. “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.

  • Page 111: Ce Marking

    CE Marking CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 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 112: Déclaration D'industrie Canada Relative À L'exposition Aux Ondes Radio

    Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’ exposition aux ondes radio Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiations d’ Industrie Canada définies pour un environnement non-contrôlé. Pour maintenir la conformité avec les exigences d’exposition RF d’IC, veuillez éviter tout contact direct avec l’antenne pendant l’ émission.

  • Page 113: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    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 114 Departments in which the use of the 2400–2483.5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors: 01 Ain 02 Aisne 03 Allier 05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Ariège 11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente 24 Dordogne...

  • Page 115: Ul Safety Notices

    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 116: Power Safety Requirement

    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. Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
  • Page 117 VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German) ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.

  • Page 118: Optical Drive Safety Information

    Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT WARNING! To prevent exposure to the optical drive’s laser, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance. Service warning label WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

  • Page 119: 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 E-Manual...

  • Page 120: Energy Star Complied Product

    Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.

  • Page 121: 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 122: Global Environmental Regulation Compliance And Declaration

    ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.
  • Page 123 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 124 Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Notebook P.C.

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