Asus W3A Manuel d'utilisateur

E1887 / Nov 2004Notebook PCHardware User’s Manual

10Appendix ... 59Optional Accessories...

111. Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualNotes For This ManualPreparing your Notebook PC

121 Introducing the Notebook PCAbout This User’s ManualYou are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on th

13Introducing the Notebook PC 1Preparing your Notebook PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for det

141 Introducing the Notebook PC

152. Knowing the PartsTop SideBottom SideRight SideLeft SideRear SideFront Side

162 Knowing the PartsTop SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting from

17Knowing the Parts 2Status IndicatorsStatus indicator details are described in section 3.Touchpad and ButtonsThe touchpad with its buttons is a po

182 Knowing the PartsBottom SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC. Details aregiven starting fr

19Knowing the Parts 2Battery LockThe battery is held by a spring lock. The spring loaded latch automatically locks the battery pack wheninserted. H

Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two con

202 Knowing the PartsRight SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.Microphone Input Jack (Mic In)

21Knowing the Parts 2Power (DC) InputThe supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power suppliedthrough this ja

222 Knowing the PartsLeft SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC.Kensington® Lock PortThe Kensin

23Knowing the Parts 2Front SideRefer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC.Rear SideRefer to the dia

242 Knowing the Parts

253. Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackOperating SystemsPower ConnectionPowering ON The Notebook PCPower ManagementRestarting or RebootingPowering

263 Getting StartedUsing the Battery PackInstalling and Removing the Battery PackYour Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. I

27Getting Started 3Charging the Battery PackBefore you use your Notebook PC on the road, you will have to charge the battery pack. The batterypack

283 Getting StartedNOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug dependingon territory. If a three-prong plug is provided,

29Getting Started 3The Power-On Self Test (POST)When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnos

3Safety StatementsNordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace

303 Getting StartedPower ManagementPower management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows thepower options proper

31Getting Started 3Restarting or RebootingAfter making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Someinstallatio

323 Getting StartedPowering OFF the Notebook PCIn Windows XP, the Notebook PC can be powered OFF by using Start | Shut Down... | Turn off (orShut d

33Getting Started 3“Z” Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in Save-to-RAM suspend mode.Tower Icon (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles a wireless soft

343 Getting StartedKeyboard as a Numeric KeypadThe numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensiveinp

35Getting Started 3Keyboard as CursorsThe keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigationease while

363 Getting StartedInstant Launch Keys (right edge)Instant Launch Keys and Status IndicatorsInternet Launch KeyPressing this button will launch you

37Getting Started 3CD Player Control Buttons and IndicatorThere are several CD control buttons integrated externally on theNotebook PC for convenie

383 Getting StartedStatus Indicators (above keyboard)Optical Drive Activity IndicatorIndicates that the Notebook PC is accessing the optical disk d

39Getting Started 3Status Indicators (front edge and top cover)Power IndicatorThe power indicator will light to show that the Notebook PC is turned

4Safety StatementsSafety StatementsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions andinstructions.

403 Getting Started

414. Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceStorage Devices PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Optical Drive Flash Memory Card ReaderModem and Network Conn

424 Using the Notebook PCPointing DeviceThe Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing de-vice is fully compatible with all two/three-button andscr

43Using the Notebook PC 4Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from thecorresponding icon you se

444 Using the Notebook PCCaring for the TouchpadThe touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note

45Using the Notebook PC 4Storage DevicesStorage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents, pictures, and other files to variousdata

464 Using the Notebook PCInserting a PC Card (PCMCIA)1. Press in the toggle eject button and release.The recessed spring loaded toggle buttonwill e

47Using the Notebook PC 4Optical DriveInserting an optical disc1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON,press the drive’s eject button and the traywi

484 Using the Notebook PCA CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD isproperly inserted

49Using the Notebook PC 4Flash Memory Card ReaderNormally a PCMCIA memory card reader must be purchased separately in order to use memory cardsfrom

5Transportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external periph-erals to prevent damage

504 Using the Notebook PCHard Disk DriveHard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and CD-RO

51Using the Notebook PC 4NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Mo-dem and/or network can be installed as a

524 Using the Notebook PCThis is an example of the Notebook PC connectedto a telephone jack for use with the built-in modem.TelephoneWall JackTelep

53Using the Notebook PC 4Internal 10/100 Network (Gigabit on selected models)Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the mod

544 Using the Notebook PCPower SystemAC Power SystemThe Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system

55Using the Notebook PC 4WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is de-pleted. Suspend-to-Disk (STD) is not the sa

564 Using the Notebook PCPower Management ModesThe Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use tomax

57Using the Notebook PC 4Power State SummarySTATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT“Stand by” • “Stand by” through Windows Start button, • Any device• Time

584 Using the Notebook PC

59AppendixOptional AccessoriesOptional ConnectionsInternal Modem CompliancyGlossaryNotebook PC Information

6DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortugueseSpanishSwedishCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)Safety Statements

60A AppendixOptional AccessoriesThese items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.USB Hub (Optional)Attaching an optio

61Appendix AOptional Accessories (Cont.)These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or

62A AppendixWARNING! To prevent system failures,use (Safely Remove Hardware) on thetaskbar before disconnecting the USBfloppy disk drive. Eject th

63Appendix AMonitor Out ConnectionAttaching an optional VGA/LCD monitor is justlike that of a standard desktop PC (some configu-rations may require

64A AppendixOptional Connections (Cont.)These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.IEEE1394 Connection1394 is a high speed serial

65Appendix ADVD-ROM Drive InformationThe Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to viewDVD titles, you must i

66A AppendixInternal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea,Taiwan), and CTR2

67Appendix AThis table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1Yes NoBelgium Yes NoCzech Rep

68A AppendixGlossaryACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface)Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.APM (Advanced

69Appendix ABIOS (Basic Input/Output System)BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components,such

7Safety StatementsUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electricallyconnected to a te

70A AppendixDVD is essentially a bigger, faster CD that can hold video as well as audio and computer data. Withthese capacities and access rates, D

71Appendix ALaser ClassificationsAs lasers became more numerous and more widely used, the need to warn users of laser hazards be-came apparent. To

72A AppendixPOST (Power On Self Test)When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlleddiagnostic t

73Appendix A

74A AppendixNotebook PC InformationThis page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference orfor technical

Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-scribed, stored

Contact InformationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)Company Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112General Telephone: +886-2-2894-3447 Web Site

8Contents1. Introducing the Notebook PC .....11Preparing your Notebook PC ...

94. Using the Notebook PC .................. 41Pointing Device .........