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    Notebook PC Hardware User ’ s Manual E2521 / Jun 2006[...]

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    2 Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC .................................................................. 5 About This User ’s Manual .......................................................................................... 6 Notes For This Manual .......................................................................................... 6 Pre[...]

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    3 Contents 4. Using the Notebook PC ......................................................................... 35 Operating System .................................................................................................... 36 Support Software ................................................................................................. 3[...]

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    4 Contents[...]

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

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    6 1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User ’ s Manual Y ou are reading the Notebook PC User ’s Manual. This User ’ s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User ’ s Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC an[...]

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    7 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as [...]

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    8 1 Introducing the Notebook PC T ransportation Precautions T o prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to pr event 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, y[...]

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    9 Introducing the Notebook PC 1 Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your Notebook PC. 1. Install the battery pack 3. Open the Display Panel 4. Turn ON the Notebook PC 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter Press the power button and release. (In W i[...]

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    10 1 Introducing the Notebook PC[...]

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

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    12 2 Knowing the Parts T op Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 3 5 6 2 1 4 7 8 9[...]

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    13 Knowing the Parts 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 9 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. T wo W indows™ function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the W indows™ operating system. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a poin[...]

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    14 2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. K 1 3 2 4 6 5 W ARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when han- dling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation[...]

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    15 Knowing the Parts 2 2 3 4 5 1 6 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. T o remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the unlocke d position. Memory (RAM) Compartment The memory compartment provides expansion capabilitie[...]

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    16 2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 4 3 5 7 6 8 9 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives. The Notebook PC’ s optical drive may support compact discs (CD) and/or digital video discs (DVD) and may have recordable (R) [...]

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    17 Knowing the Parts 2 6 Microphone Input Jack (Mic In) The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. SPDIF Output Jack This [...]

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    18 2 Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 3 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (U[...]

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    19 Knowing the Parts 2 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 1 2 1 2 1 W ARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel! Display Panel Button Press the display panel button to open th[...]

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    20 2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. 2 3 1 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (US[...]

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    21 Knowing the Parts 2 LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is lar ger than the RJ-1 1 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. Modem Port The RJ-1 1 modem port with two pins is smaller than the RJ-45 LAN port and supports a [...]

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    22 2 Knowing the Parts[...]

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

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    24 3 Getting Started NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory . If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC. W ith the AC power cord connected to the AC-DC converter , connect the AC power cord [...]

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    25 Getting Started 3 1 2 1 2 IMPORT ANT! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. IMPORT ANT! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Note- book PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage m[...]

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    26 3 Getting Started The Power-On Self T est (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self T est (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC’ s architecture. The POST includes a record of the Notebook [...]

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

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    28 3 Getting Started Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart. T o restart the system manually , click W indows Start button and select Shut Down and then choose Restart . Powering OFF In W indows XP , powe[...]

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    29 Getting Started 3 Special Keyboard Functions Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’ s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command. NOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on mod[...]

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    30 3 Getting Started Microsoft Windows Keys There are two special W indows keys on the keyboard as described below . The key with the W indows Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the W indows desktop. The other key , that looks like a W indows menu with a small cursor , activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pres[...]

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    31 Getting Started 3 Switches Switches and Status Indicators Bluetooth Key This button is only applicable on models with internal Bluetooth (BT). Press once to enable and once to disable the BT function. (W indows software settings are necessary .) Wireless LAN Key This button is only applicable on models with internal wireless LAN (WLAN). Press on[...]

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    32 3 Getting Started Status Indicators Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to type using capitalized letters (e.g. A, B, C). When the capital lock light is OFF , the typed letters will be in the lower case form (e.g. a,b,c). Top of keyboard PUSH D[...]

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    33 Getting Started 3 PUSH Status Indicators Front edge Wireless Indicator This is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth. When the built- in wireless LAN and/or built-in Bluetooth is enabled, this indicator will light. (W indows software settings are necessary .) Power Indicator The power indicator lights whe[...]

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    34 3 Getting Started[...]

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    35 4. Using the Notebook PC Operating System Pointing Device Storage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Hard Disk Drive Connections Modem Connection Network Connection Wireless LAN Connection Bluetooth Wireless Connection Power Management Modes[...]

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    36 4 Using the Notebook PC Operating System This Notebook PC may of fer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed operating system such as Microsoft W indows XP . The choices and languages will depend on the territory . The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. The s[...]

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    37 Using the Notebook PC 4 IMPORT ANT! Do not use any objects in place of your finger to operate the touch- pad or else damage may occur to the touchpad’ s surface. 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[...]

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    38 4 Using the Notebook PC Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select. Move the cursor over the icon you wish to execute, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the corresponding program. If the interval between the [...]

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    39 Using the Notebook PC 4 Caring for the T ouchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for , it can be easily damaged. T ake note of the following precautions. • Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. • Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty or wet. • Do not rest hea[...]

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    40 4 Using the Notebook PC 3 . Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the ExpressCard. Usually connec- tors can only be inserted in one orientation. Look for a sticker , icon, or marking on one side of the connector representing the top side. 1. If there is an ExpressCard socket protector , re- move it using the “Removing an ExpressCa[...]

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    41 Using the Notebook PC 4 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 . 2. Gently pull on the drive’ s front panel and slide the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch the CD drive lens and other mechanisms. Make sure there are no[...]

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    42 4 Using the Notebook PC A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD. Using the proper software, a CD-R W drive or DVD+CD-R W drive can allow CD-R W discs[...]

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    43 Using the Notebook PC 4 Flash Memory Card Reader Normally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader that can read the following flash memory cards: Secure Digital (SD), [...]

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    44 4 Using the Notebook PC T elephone W all Jack T elephone cables with RJ-1 1 connectors T elephone connection is optional T elephone connector is the smaller of the two. NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. After purchase, modem and/or network can be installed as a PC card (PCMCIA). CAUTION: For electrical[...]

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    45 Using the Notebook PC 4 Network Hub or Switch Network cable with RJ-45 connectors LAN connector is the larger of the two. Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller . Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the N[...]

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    46 4 Using the Notebook PC These are examples of the Notebook PC connected to a Wireless Network. Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) The optional built-in wireless LAN is a compact easy-to-use wireless Ethernet adapter . Implementing the IEEE 802.1 1 standard for wireless LAN (WLAN), the optional built-in wireless LAN is capable of fast d[...]

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    47 Using the Notebook PC 4 Add New Connection from the Bluetooth taskbar icon Bluetooth Settings from Windows Start | Programs | Bluetooth Click New Connection from Bluetooth Settings. Follow the wizard to add Bluetooth devices. After complete, you should see your device in the window . 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 * # 8 0 9 g p t j a d m ? w + a/A £t £x£« £[...]

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    48 4 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 T otal Cost of Ownership (TCO). Y ou can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the oper[...]

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    49 Using the Notebook PC 4 Power State Summary 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 C[...]

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    50 4 Using the Notebook PC Stand by and Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the W indows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in W indows. Y ou can define “Stand By” or “Shut down” for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. “Stand by” and “Hibernate”[...]

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    51 Appendix Optional Accessories Optional Connections Glossary Declarations and Safety Statements Notebook PC Information[...]

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    52 A Appendix Optional Accessories These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. USB Hub (Optional) Attaching an optional USB hub will increase your USB ports and allow you to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable. USB 2.0 Slim Combo Drive (Optional) The slim combo drive features[...]

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    53 Appendix A Optional Accessories (Cont.) These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC. Wireless LAN Card The ASUS WLAN PC Card (WL-107g) is a wireless LAN adapter that fits into a PCMCIA T ype II slot in a Notebook PC and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards. 802.11g 54Mbps Wirel[...]

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    54 A Appendix Optional Connections (Cont.) These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties. Printer Connection One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub.[...]

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    55 Appendix A Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. APM (Advanced Power Management) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. AWG (American Wire Gauge) NOTE: This table is for general reference only and should not be used as a source of the American [...]

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    56 A Appendix Byte (Binary Term) One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character , punctuation mark, or other symbol. Clock Throttling Chipset function which allows the processor ’ s clock to be stopped and started at a known duty cycle. Clock throttling is used for power savings, thermal [...]

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    57 Appendix A Kensington ® Locks Kensington ® locks (or compatible) allow the Notebok PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebok PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved. Laser Classifications As lasers became more numerous and [...]

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    58 A 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 key- board, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices. RAM (Random Access Memory) There are several dif ferent ty[...]

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    59 Appendix A Declarations and Safety Statements DVD-ROM Drive Information The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD titles, you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs.[...]

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    60 A Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JA TE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, T aiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/ 482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to di[...]

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    61 Appendix A Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.) This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More T esting Austria 1 Ye s N o Belgium Y es No Czech Republic No Not Applicable Denmark 1 Ye s Y e s Finland Y es No France Y es No Germany Y es No Greece Y es No Hungary No Not Applicable Iceland Y es No Ireland Y es[...]

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    62 A Appendix (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. W ashington DC: Office of the Federal Register , National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) CE Mark W arning This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the use[...]

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    63 Appendix A FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements MPE Statement: Y our device contains a low power transmitter . When device is transmitted it sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal. This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the freq[...]

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    64 A Appendix France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.[...]

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    65 Appendix A UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NF[...]

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    66 A Appendix Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer . Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer ’ s instructions. (English) A TTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batte[...]

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    67 Appendix A Service warning label W ARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in the user ’ s manual may result in hazardous laser exposure. Do not attempt to disas- semble the optical drive. For your safety , have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider . CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER R[...]

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

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    69 Appendix A[...]

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    70 A Appendix Notebook PC Information This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User ’ s Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out. Owner ’ s Name: ____________________________ Owner ’ s T elephone: ______________ Manufacturer: __________[...]

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    Copyright Information No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, trans- mitted, 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 ASUST e[...]