Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (on selected models). Asus G1S

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Optional Accessories & Connections

Operating System and Software

System BIOS Settings

Common Problems and Solutions

Windows Software Recovery

Glossary

Declarations and Safety Statements

Notebook PC Information

NOTE: Photos and icons in this manual are used for artistic purposes only and do not show what is actually used in the product itself.

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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 Flash Memory Disk

A USB flash memory disk is an optional item that can replace the 1.44MB floppy disk and provide storage up to several hundred megabytes, higher transfer speeds, and greater durability. When used in current operating systems, no drivers are necessary.

USB Floppy Disk Drive

An optional USB-interface floppy disk drive can accept a standard 1.44MB (or

720KB) 3.5-inch floppy diskette.

WARNING! To prevent system failures, use Windows “Safely

Remove Hardware” on the taskbar before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive. Eject the floppy disk before transporting the

Notebook PC to prevent damage from shock.

Vehicle Power Adapter

The vehicle power adapter provides a source of power for using the Notebook

PC and/or charging the Notebook PC’s battery pack while in transit when no AC power is available. This product is an essential tool for today’s mobile professional. Your purchase will enhance the power, performance, and versatility of your portable computer while traveling on the road or on the sea. The Vehicle

Power Adapter can be used in vehicles or boats using a standard cigarette lighter socket. The Vehicle Power Adapter accepts input ranges from 10.8VDC (Volts

- Direct Current) to 16VDC and provides 19VDC up to 120W (Watts).

Optional Connections

These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.

USB Keyboard and Mouse

Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an external USB mouse will allow

Windows navigation to be more comfortable. Both the external

USB keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the

Notebook PC’s built-in keyboard and touchpad.

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Printer Connection

One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port or USB hub.

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Bluetooth Mouse Setup (optional)

This process can be used to add most Bluetooth devices in Windows operating system.

1� Switch ON the Wireless Function if necessary for your model (see switches in Section 3)�

2� Press [FN F2] repeatedly until Wireless LAN ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown�

2b� Or double click the Wireless Console icon on the taskbar and select either the Wireless LAN +

Bluetooth or just the Bluetooth�

3� Select Add a Bluetooth Device on the taskbar menu�

3b� Or Launch Bluetooth Devices from the

Windows Control Panel�

3c� If launched from the Control Panel, click Add from this screen�

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4� Prepare the Bluetooth mouse�

• Install two “AA” batteries�

• Turn ON the power switch on the bottom of the mouse� The bottom sensor should glow red�

• Push the “RESET” button on the bottom of the

Bluetooth mouse�

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5� Click Next when the Bluetooth mouse is ready�

6� A list of nearby Bluetooth devices will be shown� Select the Bluetooth mouse and click Next �

7� Select “Don’t use a passkey” and click

Next �

8� Wait while the Bluetooth mouse is being added�

9� Click Finish when adding is complete� 10� You will see your device in the window�

You can also add or remove Bluetooth devices here�

Note: “RESET” may be necessary after changing batteries. Repeat steps if necessary.

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Operating System and Software

This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed Microsoft Windows operating system. The choices and languages will depend on the territory. The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed.

Support Software

This Notebook PC comes with a support disc that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. If updates or replacement of the support disc is necessary, contact your dealer for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities.

The support disc contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that have been pre-installed. 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.

A recovery disc is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory. The recovery disc provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC’s operating system to its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order. Contact your retailer if you require such a solution.

Note: Some of the Notebook PC’s components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed.

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System BIOS Settings

Boot Device

1� On the Boot screen, select Boot Device Priority.

Security Setting

2� Select each item and press [ Enter ] to select a device�

To clear the password:

[ field blank and press

1� On the Security screen, select Change Supervisor or

4� Password is then set�

2� Password is then cleared�

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System BIOS Settings (cont.)

Password Check User Access Level

Save Changes

If you want to restore default settings, choose Load keep the manufacture default settings�

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Common Problems and Solutions

Hardware Problem - Optical Disc

The optical disc drive is not able to read or write discs.

1. Update the BIOS to the latest version and try again.

2. If updating the BIOS does not help, try better quality discs and try again.

3. If the problem still exist, contact your local service center and ask an engineer for assistance.

Unknown Reason - System Unstable

Cannot wake up from the hibernation.

1. Remove upgraded parts (RAM, HDD, WLAN, BT) if they were installed after purchase.

2. If not the case, try MS System Restore to an earlier date.

3. If problem still persists, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD.

(NOTE: You must backup all your data to another location before recovering.)


Hardware Problem - Keyboard / Hotkey

The Hotkey (FN) is disabled.

A. Reinstall the “ATK0100” driver from the driver CD or download it from the ASUS website.

Hardware Problem - Built-in Camera

The built-in camera does not work correctly.

1. Check “Device Manager” to see if there are any problems.

2. Try reinstalling the webcam driver to solve the problem.

3. If the problem is not solved, update the BIOS to the latest version and try again.


Hardware Problem - Battery

Battery maintenance.

1. Register the Notebook PC for a one-year-warranty using the following website: http://member.asus.com/login.aspx?SLanguage=en-us

2. Do NOT remove the battery pack while using the Notebook PC with the AC adaptor to prevent damage caused by the accidental power loss. The ASUS battery pack has protection circuitry to prevent over-charging so it will not damage the battery pack if it is left in the Notebook PC.

3. Store the battery pack in a dry location with temperatures between 10℃ and 30℃ if you will not be using it for a long time. It is strongly recommended that you charge the battery pack every three months.

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Common Problems and Solutions (Cont.)

Hardware Problem - Power ON/OFF Error

I cannot power ON the Notebook PC.

Diagnostics:

1. Power On by Battery only? (Y = 2, N = 4)

2. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 3, N = A)

3. Able to load the OS? (Y = B, N = A)

4. Adapter power LED ON? (Y = 5, N = C)

5. Power ON by Adapter only? (Y = 6, N = A)

6. Able to see BIOS (ASUS Logo)? (Y = 7, N = A)

7. Able to load the OS? (Y = D, N = A)

Symptom & Solutions:

A. Problem might be in the MB, HDD, or NB; visit a local service center for assistance.

B. Problem caused by the operating system, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or disc. (IMPORTANT: You must backup all your data to another location before recovering.)

C. Adapter problem; check the power cord connections, otherwise visit a local service center for replacement.

D. Battery problem; please check the battery contacts, otherwise visit a local service center for repair.

Mechanical Problem - FAN / Thermal

Why is the cooling fan always ON and the temperature high?

1. Make sure that the FAN works when the CPU temperature is high and check whether there is air flow from the main air vent.

2. If you have many applications running (see taskbar), close them to decrease system load.

3. The problem may also be caused by some viruses, use anti-virus software to detect them.

4. If none of the above help, try restoring your system using the recovery partition or DVD.

(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.)

Service - Specification, function, price

How to check whether a Notebook PC is equipped with a wireless card?

A. Enter Control Panel -> Device Manager . You will see whether the Notebook PC has a WLAN card under the “Network Adapter” item.


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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. It is available on the

ASUS website.

Unknown Reason - Blue screen with white text

A blue screen with white text appears after system bootup.

1. Remove additional memory. If additional memory was installed after purchase, power OFF, remove the additional memory, and power ON to see if the problem is due to incompatible memory.

2. Un-install software applications. If you have installed software applications recently, they may not be compatible with your system. Try to un-install them in Windows Safe Mode.

3. Check your system for viruses.

4. Update the BIOS to the latest version with WINFLASH in Windows or AFLASH in DOS mode.

These utilities and BIOS files can be downloaded from the ASUS website. (WARNING: Make sure your Notebook PC does not loose power during the BIOS flashing process.)

5. 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.) (NOTE: Make sure that you install the “Intel

INF Update” and “ATKACPI” drivers first so that hardware devices can be recognized.)


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Software Problem - BIOS

Updating the BIOS.

1. Please verify the Notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website.

2. Use the “WINFLASH” utility to update your BIOS. The utility can be found in your Driver &

Utility CD that came with your Notebook PC.

3. Extract the BIOS file to a temporary location (such as the root in C:\)

4. Click Start | All Programs | ASUS Utility | WINFLASH | WINFLASH

a. Select the new BIOS image file.

b. Confirm the selected BIOS information. Check the model, version, and data.

c. Click Flash to initialize the BIOS updating procedure.

d. Click Exit when procedure completes.

e. Reboot the system. Assuming that you have successfully flashed the BIOS file, press [ F2 ] to enter BIOS setup page when the ASUS logo appears during system boot-up.

f. After entering BIOS setup page, go to Exit page and choose Load Manufacture Defaults .

Then select Save and Exit and reboot the system again.

g. The BIOS flash procedure is now complete.

You can also use the “Easy Flash” function on the Advanced page of the BIOS Setup

Utility� Follow the instructions shown�

You must “Load Manufacture Defaults” after updating (flashing) the BIOS.


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Symantec’s Norton Internet Security (NIS)

1. Sometimes NIS will show an alert to stop a Trojan virus from a local IP address.

This problem can be solved by making sure the virus definition file is the latest one and regularly updating the virus definition file.

2. Reinstalling fails at the “Information Wizard” after uninstalling Norton Antivirus.

Make sure NIS has been uninstalled from your computer, reboot your system, install NIS again, use

“Live Update” and update the virus definition file.

3. Norton accidently blocks desired web pages or reduces download speeds.

Change the security configuration to a lower level. NIS scans virus while downloading data so net work speed will be decreased.

4. Cannot login to MSN or Yahoo messenger services.

Make sure NIS has been updated and also update the Windows system by using “Windows Update”.

If the problem still exist, try:

1. Open NIS 200x by clicking on the NIS icon in your system tray.

2. Open “Norton AntiVirus” in “Options” menu.

3. Click on “Instant Messenger” uncheck “MSN/Windows Messenger” from “Which Instant mes sengers to protect.”

5. NIS is damaged and need reinstalling.

NIS is located in the provided disc in the “ NIS200x ” folder (x is the version number).

6. The “Start firewall when system is booted” option is selected but it takes about one minute to startup the firewall every time I enter Windows. Windows is not responsive during this time.

If NIS firewall reduces your system speed to an intolerable level, deselect that option.

7. Much of my system speed has been reduced by NIS.

NIS will reduce your system speed (both booting and running performance) if you are using NIS’s full protection functions, NIS scans and tracks all data in the background. You can speed up your system by stopping NIS’s auto scan functions in system bootup. You can then scan virus manually when your computer is not in use.

8. Cannot uninstall NIS.

Go to Control Panel | Add or Remove Programs . Look for “Norton Internet Security 200x (Symantec

Corporation)”. Click Change/Remove and choose Remove All to uninstall NIS.

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9. Windows Firewall must be stopped before installing “Norton Internet Security” or “Norton

Personal Firewall”. How to stop Windows Firewall:

1. Click Start and then Control Panel .

2. You will have one of two control panels. Click on the Security Center icon.

3. Click on the Windows Firewall icon beneath the status updates.

4. Click Off and then click OK .

10. Why is the “Privacy Control” icon showing ‘x’?

Turn off Privacy Control from “Status & Settings”.

11. Insufficient privilege message.

Many settings, including disabling or uninstalling NIS, require you to be logged into Windows with

Administrator privileges. Log Off and switch to a user account with Administrator privileges.

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Windows Vista Software Recovery

Using Hard Disk Partition

The Recovery Partition includes an image of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory. The Recovery Partition provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your Notebook PC’s software to its original working state, provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data files (such as

Outlook PST files) to floppy disks or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings).

About the Recovery Partition

The Recovery Partition is a space reserved on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Notebook PC at the factory.

IMPORTANT: Do not delete the partition named “RE-

COVERY”. The Recovery Partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored by the user if deleted. Take your Notebook PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process.

Using the Recovery Partition:

1. Press [ F9 ] during bootup (requires a Recovery Partition)

2. Press [ Enter ] to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]

3. Read the “ASUS Preload Wizard” screen and click Next.

4. Select a partition option and click Next. Partition options:

Recover Windows to first partition only.

This option will delete only the first partition, allowing you to keep other partitions, and create a new system partition as drive “C”.

Recover Windows to entire HD.

This option will delete all partitions from your hard disk drive and create a new system partition as drive “C”.

Recover Windows to entire HD with 2 partition.

This option will delete all partitions from your hard drive and create two new partitions “C” (60%) and “D” (40%).

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process.

NOTE: Please visit www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.

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Windows Vista Software Recovery (Cont.)

Using DVD (on selected models)

The Recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your

Notebook PC at the factory. The Recovery DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your Notebook PC’s software to its original working state, provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order. Before using the Recovery DVD, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST files) to floppy disks or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings).

DVD::

1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive (Notebook PC needs to be powered ON).

2. Restart the Notebook PC and press <Esc> on bootup and select the optical drive (may be labeled as

“CD/DVD”) using the down cursor and press <Enter> to boot from the Recovery DVD.

3. Select a partition option and click Next. Partition options:

Recover Windows to first partition only.

This option will delete only the first partition, allowing you to keep other partitions, and create a new system partition as drive “C”.

Recover Windows to entire HD.

This option will delete all partitions from your hard disk drive and create a new system partition as drive “C”.

Recover Windows to entire HD with 2 partition.

This option will delete all partitions from your hard drive and create two new partitions “C” (60%) and “D” (40%).

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process.

WARNING: Do not remove the Recovery CD (unless instructed to do so) during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable.

NOTE: Please visit www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.

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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 Wire Gauge standard as this table may not be current or complete.

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BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)

BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer’s read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM.

Bit (Binary Digit)

Represents the smallest unit of data used by the computer. A bit can have one of two values: 0 or 1.

Boot

Boot means to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory. When the manual instructs you to “boot” your system (or computer), it means to turn ON your computer. “Reboot” means to restart your computer. When using Windows 95 or later, selecting “Restart” from “Start | Shut Down...” will reboot your computer.

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 management, and reducing processing speed.

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Glossary (Cont.)

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

The CPU, sometimes called “Processor,” actually functions as the “brain” of the computer. It interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored in memory.

Device Driver

A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer’s operating system to communicate with devices such as VGA, audio, Ethernet, printer, or modem.

DVD

DVD is essentially a bigger, faster CD that can hold video as well as audio and computer data. With these capacities and access rates, DVD discs can provide you with dramatically-enhanced high-color, full-motion videos, better graphics, sharper pictures, and digital audio for a theater-like experience. DVD aims to encompass home entertainment, computers, and business information with a single digital format, eventually replacing audio CD, videotape, laserdisc, CD-ROM, and video game cartridges.

ExpressCard

ExpressCard slot is 26 pins and support one ExpressCard/34mm or one ExpressCard/54mm expansion card. This new interface is faster by using a serial bus supporting USB 2.0 and PCI Express instead of the slower parallel bus used in the PC card slot. (Not compatible with previous PCMCIA cards.)

Hardware

Hardware is a general term referring to the physical components of a computer system, including peripherals such as printers, modems, and pointing devices.

IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)

IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card (in the case for SCSI devices). UltraDMA/66 or 100 IDE devices can achieve up to 33MB/Sec transfer.

IEEE134 (134)

Also known as iLINK (Sony) or FireWire (Apple). 1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot-plugging capabilities like USB. The popular 1394a interface has a bandwidth of 400Mbits/sec and can handle up to 63 units on the same bus. The newer 1394b interface can support twice the speed and will appear in future models when peripherals support higher speeds. 1394 is also used in high-end digital equipment and should be marked “DV” for Digital Video port.

Infrared Port (IrDA) (on selected models)

The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infra red-equipped devices or computers up to 4Mbits/sec. This allows easy wireless synchronization with

PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. Small offices can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other without a network.

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Locks

Kensington ® locks (or compatible) allow the Notebook PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook 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 more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards became apparent. To meet this need, laser classifications were established. Current classification levels vary from optically safe, requiring no controls (Class 1) to very hazardous, requiring strict controls (Class 4).

CLASS 1: A Class 1 laser or laser system emits levels of optical energy that are eye-safe and consequently require no controls. An example of this class of laser system is the checkout scanning device found in most grocery stores or lasers used in optical drives.

CLASS 2 & CLASS 3A: Class 2 and Class 3A lasers emit visible, continuous-wave (CW) optical radiation levels slightly above the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) level. Although these lasers can cause eye damage, their brightness usually causes observers to look away or blink before eye damage occurs. These lasers have strict administrative controls requiring placement of signs warning personnel not to stare directly into the beam. Class 3A lasers must not be viewed with optically-aided devices.

CLASS 3B: Class 3B lasers, and Class 3A lasers with outputs of 2.5mW, are hazardous to personnel who are within the beam path and look at the beam source directly or by specular reflection. These lasers cannot produce hazardous diffuse reflections. Personnel working with these lasers should wear appropriate protective eye wear during any operation of the laser. Class 3B lasers have both administrative and physical controls to protect personnel. Physical controls include limited access work areas. Administrative controls include special warning signs posted outside the entrances to the laser work spaces and lights outside the entrances that warn personnel when the lasers are in use.

CLASS 4: Class 4 lasers are high-power lasers that will cause damage to unprotected eyes and skin through intra-beam viewing and specular or diffuse reflections. Consequently, no personnel should be in a room where a Class 4 laser is operating without proper eye protection.

PCI Bus (Peripheral Component Interconnect Local Bus)

PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data bus interface. PCI is a standard widely used by ex pansion card manufacturers.

POST (Power On Self Test)

When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlled diag nostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices.

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RAM (Random Access Memory)

RAM (usually just called memory) is the place in a computer where the operating system, application programs, and data in current use are temporarily kept so that they can be quickly reached by the computer’s processor instead of having to read from and write to slower storage such as the hard disk or optical disc.

Suspend Mode

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

Hard Disk and Video can be set by the BIOS Setup. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is in STR mode. In STD mode, the Notebook PC will appear to be powered OFF.

System Disk

A system disk contains the core file of an operating system and is used to boot up the operating system.

TPM (Trusted Platform Module) (on selected models)

The TPM is a security hardware device on the system board that will hold computer-generated keys for encryption. It is a hardware-based solution that can help avoid attacks by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data. The TPM provides the ability to the PC or Notebook

PC to run applications more secure and to make transactions and communication more trustworthy.

Twisted-Pair Cable

The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straightthrough 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 twisted-pair is required.

UltraDMA/ or 100

UltraDMA/66 or 100 are new specifications to improve IDE transfer rates. Unlike traditional PIO mode, which only uses the rising edge of IDE command signal to transfer data, UltraDMA/66 or 100 uses both rising edge and falling edge.

USB (Universal Serial Bus)

A 4-pin serial peripheral bus that allows plug and play computer peripherals such as keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem/ISDN to be automatically configured when they are attached physi cally without having to install drivers or reboot. With USB, the traditional complex cables from back panel of your PC can be eliminated.

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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.

Regional Playback Information

Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes called copy guard) is the name given to the content protection scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication.

Although the design rules imposed on CSS licensors are many, one rule that is most relevant is playback restrictions on regionalized content. In order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in “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.

NOTE: The region setting may be changed up to five times using the viewer software, then it can only play DVD movies for the last region setting. Changing the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user.

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, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam

Region 4

Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, South

America

Region 5

CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea

Region 6

China

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Internal Modem Compliancy

The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,

Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision

98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network

(PSTN). However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.

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).

CTR 21 (Common Technical Regulation) for the attachment requirements for connection to the analogue public switched telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of dual tone multifrequency signalling.

Network Compatibility Declaration

Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor: “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”

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. It will also advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use the equipment on another network.”

Up to now the Notified Body of CETECOM issued several pan-European approvals using CTR 21. The results are Europe’s first modems which do not require regulatory approvals in each individual European country.

Non-Voice Equipment

Answering machines and loud-speaking telephones can be eligible as well as modems, fax machines, auto-dialers and alarm systems. Equipment in which the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded.

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Internal Modem Compliancy (Cont.)

This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.

Country Applied More Testing

Austria 1 Yes No

Belgium Yes No

Czech Republic No Not Applicable

Denmark 1 Yes Yes

Finland Yes No

France Yes No

Germany Yes No

Greece Yes No

Hungary No Not Applicable

Iceland Yes No

Ireland Yes No

Italy Still Pending Still Pending

Israel No No

Lichtenstein Yes No

Luxemburg Yes No

The Netherlands 1 Yes Yes

Norway Yes No

Poland No Not Applicable

Portugal No Not Applicable

Spain No Not Applicable

Sweden Yes No

Switzerland Yes No

United Kingdom Yes No

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).

In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller ID facilities.

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Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• 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.

WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal

Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.)

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

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 frequency range 5.15 to 5.25GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel of the Mobile Satellite Systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary user of the 5.25 to 5.35GHz and 5.65 to 5.85GHz bands.

These radar stations can cause interference with and / or damage this device.

IMPORTANT: This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement

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

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

“The manufacturer declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the

2.4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA.”

R&TTE Directive (1//EC)

The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient for the R&TTE (Radio

& Telecommunications Terminal Equipment) directive:

• Essential requirements as in [Article 3]

• Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a]

• Testing for electric safety according to [EN 60950]

• Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.1b]

• Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301]

• Testing according to [489-17]

• Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2]

• Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2]

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Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains

N. America

Japan

Europe ETSI

2.412-2.462 GHz

2.412-2.484 GHz

2.412-2.472 GHz

Ch01 through CH11

Ch01 through Ch14

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:

• 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 244. MHz to 2483. MHz.

There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on the private property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maxi mum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.5–2483.5 MHz band. Use outdoors on public property is not permitted.

In the departments listed below, for the entire 2.4 GHz band:

• Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW

• Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW

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 Orientales

08 Ardennes

16 Charente

32 Gers

45 Loiret

59 Nord

64 Pyrénées Atlantique

70 Haute Saône

84 Vaucluse

94 Val de Marne

02 Aisne

09 Ariège

24 Dordogne

36 Indre

03 Allier

11 Aude

25 Doubs

05 Hautes Alpes

12 Aveyron

26 Drôme

37 Indre et Loire 41 Loir et Cher

50 Manche

60 Oise

66 Pyrénées 67 Bas Rhin 68 Haut Rhin

71 Saône et Loire 75 Paris

88 Vosges

55 Meuse

61 Orne

89 Yonne

58 Nièvre

63 Puy du Dôme

82 Tarn et Garonne

90 Territoire de Belfort

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.art-telecom.fr)

NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW.

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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).

When using the Notebook PC modem, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

• 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.

• Do not use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.

Required for UL 1642 covering primary (non-rechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction.

• Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion.

• Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers.

Power Safety Requirement

Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm

2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm

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Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)

CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used bat teries 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!

Explosionsgetahr 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. (Danish)

VARNING!

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. (Swedish)

VAROITUS!

Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti. (Finnish)

ATTENTION! Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mêre type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French)

ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian)

(Japanese)

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Optical Drive Safety Information

Laser Safety Information

Internal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.

Laser classifications can be found in the glossary at the end of this user’s manual.

WARNING: Making adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified in the user’s manual may result in hazardous laser exposure. Do not attempt to disassemble the optical drive. For your safety, have the optical drive serviced only by an authorized service provider.

Service warning label

CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

CDRH Regulations

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration imple mented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.

WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Macrovision Corporation Product Notice

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain

U.S.A. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision

Corporation . Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)

Danish

Dutch

English

Finnish

French

German

Greek

Italian

Portuguese

Spanish

Swedish

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Notebook PC Information

This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User’s Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out.

Owner’s Name: ___________________________ Owner’s Telephone: ______________

Manufacturer: _______________ Model: ___________ Serial Number: ______________

Display Size: ___________Resolution: _____________Memory Size: ______________

Retailer: _________________Location: ___________ Purchase Date: ______________

Hard Drive Manufacturer: ____________________________ Capacity: ______________

Optical Drive Manufacturer: _____________________________ Type: ______________

BIOS Version: __________________________________________Date: ______________

Accessories: _____________________________________________________________

Accessories: _____________________________________________________________

Software

Operating System: __________Version: ___________ Serial Number: ______________

Software: _________________Version: ___________ Serial Number: ______________

Software: _________________Version: ___________ Serial Number: ______________

Security

Supervisor Name: _______________________ Supervisor Password: ______________

User Name: ___________________________________User Password: ______________

Network

User Name: ______________Password: _________________ Domain: ______________

User Name: ______________Password: _________________ Domain: ______________

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