Asus L7 User manual

NOTEBOOK PC
USER’S MANUAL

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Product Name: Notebook PC
Manual Revision: 1.01 E462
Release Date: October 1999

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SAFETY STATEMENTS
Federal Communications Commission Statement
ThisdevicecomplieswithFCCRulesPart15.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:
• 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
designedto providereasonable protectionagainst harmfulinterference ina residentialinstallation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
usedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,maycauseharmfulinterferencetoradiocommunications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipmentdoescauseharmfulinterferencetoradio ortelevisionreception,whichcan bedetermined
byturning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged totry 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 emis-
sion limits and to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television recep-
tion. Itis essentialthatonlythesuppliedpowercordbeused. Useonlyshielded
cablestoconnectI/Odevicestothisequipment.Youarecautionedthatchanges
or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance 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, NationalArchives and RecordsAdministration, U.S. Government Printing Office.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital appa-
ratus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
For use with AC Adaptor ModelADP-45GB (Pour UtiliserAvec ModeleADP-45GB)

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CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with Modem)
Danish
Dutch
English
Finnish
French
German

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Greek
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Swedish

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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)
VORSICHT! Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßenAustausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben
oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichenTyp. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nachAngaben
des Herstellers. (German)
ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning måkun 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!Paristovoiräjähtää,josseonvirheellisesti asennettu.Vaihdaparisto ainoastaan laitevalmistajan
sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitäkäytetty 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 recommandépar le constructeur.
Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French)
ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifteav batteri. Benytt samme batteritypeeller en tilsvarende
type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.
(Norwegian)
(Japanese)
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of cer-
tain 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 autho-
rized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Contents
SAFETY STATEMENTS 3
Federal Communications Commission Statement........................................................ 3
Canadian Department of Communications Statement.................................................. 3
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with Modem) ........................................................ 4
Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery)........................................ 6
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice ...................................................................... 6
SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION 11
About This Product........................................................................................................... 11
Item Checklist................................................................................................................... 11
About This User’s Manual ................................................................................................ 12
Notes For This Manual................................................................................................12
Hardware Features .......................................................................................................... 13
Optional Features and Accessories ............................................................................ 15
Caring Information............................................................................................................ 17
Transporting the Notebook PC......................................................................................... 18
Opening the Display Panel ......................................................................................... 18
SECTION 2
COMPONENTS 19
Front Side......................................................................................................................... 19
Front Component Descriptions ................................................................................... 19
Top Side ........................................................................................................................... 20
Top Component Descriptions...................................................................................... 21
Rear Side ......................................................................................................................... 22
Rear Component Descriptions.................................................................................... 22
Right Side......................................................................................................................... 24
Right Component Descriptions ................................................................................... 24
Left Side ........................................................................................................................... 26
Left Component Descriptions......................................................................................26

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SECTION 3
GETTING STARTED 27
Power Connection............................................................................................................ 27
Powering ON Your Notebook PC ..................................................................................... 28
The Power-On Self Test (POST)................................................................................. 28
Save-to-Disk Partition ...................................................................................................... 29
Restarting or Rebooting ................................................................................................... 29
LED Status Indicator Description ..................................................................................... 30
LED Status Indicators ...................................................................................................... 30
Using the Keyboard.......................................................................................................... 31
Specific Hot Keys........................................................................................................ 31
Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad ................................................................................. 32
Numeric Keypad as Cursors .......................................................................................33
SECTION 4
USING THE NOTEBOOK PC 35
Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 35
Floppy Disk Drive ............................................................................................................. 35
CD-ROM Drive ................................................................................................................. 35
Using the CD-ROM Drive............................................................................................ 36
Listening to Audio CD ................................................................................................. 36
Hard Disk Drive ................................................................................................................ 38
Important Handling Note ............................................................................................. 38
Removing and Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Module .............................................. 38
Using the Touchpad .................................................................................................... 39
Pointing Device ................................................................................................................ 39
Caring for the Touchpad.............................................................................................. 41
PS/2 Connection (optional) .............................................................................................. 41
Display Panel ...................................................................................................................42
Display Definitions ...................................................................................................... 42
Windows Driver........................................................................................................... 42
Display Panel Care ..................................................................................................... 43
External Monitor Connection (optional)............................................................................ 43
PC Cards.......................................................................................................................... 44
32-bit CardBus & Zoomed Video Port......................................................................... 44
Removing a PC Card .................................................................................................. 45
Inserting a PC Card .................................................................................................... 45

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Multimedia Sound System ............................................................................................... 46
External Audio Connections (optional) ............................................................................. 46
IR Wireless Communication............................................................................................. 46
Guidelines for using IR communication ...................................................................... 46
Enabling Infrared.........................................................................................................46
Universal Serial Bus Port ................................................................................................. 48
Driver Support............................................................................................................. 48
AC Power System ............................................................................................................ 49
Battery Power System...................................................................................................... 49
Charging the Battery Pack .......................................................................................... 49
Using Battery Power ................................................................................................... 50
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack...................................................................51
Battery Care................................................................................................................51
Power Management Modes ............................................................................................. 52
Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance ............................................................... 52
APM and ACPI ............................................................................................................ 52
Suspend Mode............................................................................................................ 52
Standby Mode.............................................................................................................53
Power State Summary ................................................................................................ 53
Thermal Power Control .................................................................................................... 53
System Memory Expansion ............................................................................................. 54
Processor Upgrades ........................................................................................................ 54
Securing Your Notebook PC ............................................................................................54
Other Security Products.............................................................................................. 54
Notebook PC Usage Notes and Examples ...................................................................... 55
SECTION 5
BIOS SETUP 57
Updating Your BIOS ......................................................................................................... 57
Creating a BIOS Update Floppy Disk ......................................................................... 57
Updating BIOS Procedures.........................................................................................58
BIOS Setup Program ....................................................................................................... 59
BIOS Menu Bar...........................................................................................................60
Legend Bar ................................................................................................................. 60
Main .................................................................................................................................62
Main Menu Details ...................................................................................................... 62

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IDE Primary Master.......................................................................................................... 64
IDE Primary Slave............................................................................................................ 64
IDE Primary Master Menu Details............................................................................... 65
IDE Primary Slave Menu Details................................................................................. 66
Advanced Menu Details .............................................................................................. 67
Advanced ......................................................................................................................... 67
I/O Device Configuration Menu Details....................................................................... 69
I/O Device Configuration.................................................................................................. 69
Security ............................................................................................................................ 71
Security Menu Details .................................................................................................72
Power ............................................................................................................................... 73
Power Menu Details.................................................................................................... 73
Boot..................................................................................................................................75
Boot Menu Details....................................................................................................... 75
Exit ................................................................................................................................... 76
Exit Menu Details ........................................................................................................ 76
Features ...................................................................................................................... 79
Usage.......................................................................................................................... 79
APPENDIX 79
Vehicle/Air Power Adapter Accessory .............................................................................. 79
Internal Modem Model ..................................................................................................... 81
Protocols and Compliancy .......................................................................................... 81
Glossary........................................................................................................................... 83
Notebook PC Owner Information ..................................................................................... 86

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1. Introduction
SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
About This Product
The Notebook PC is the latest in PC technology with features that surpass most desktop PCs. Since the
number of features and components are so numerous, there may be different models depending on the
territory. Your retailer should provide you with a standard component checklist and a list of optional
components for the Notebook PC. Your retailer should also provide you with warranty and technical
support.
Item Checklist
Check that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items, please contact
your retailer. Because this User’s Manual is written for many territories, the following unchecked
items may or may not be included and is therefore left to the retailer or user to check.
Notebok PC with built-in Floppy and CD-ROM drive
Battery Pack
Power Cord/Adapter
Warranty Card
Carrying Case
Hardware/Software Manual
Notebook PC Support CD
PS/2 Y-Adapter
Built-in Modem (Optional)
Microsoft Windows 98 CD (Optional)
Vehicle/Air PowerAdapter (Optional)
Other:___________________________
Other:___________________________

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About This User’s Manual
You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the
various components in this Notebook PC and how to use them. There are only a few sections in this
reference guide as follows:
1. Introduction
Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual.
2. Components
Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components.
3. Getting Started
Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC.
4. Using
Gives you information on using the Notebook PC’s components.
5. BIOS Setup
Gives you information on configuring the BIOS software.
6. Appendix
Gives you information on the optional accessories for the Notebook PC
Notes For This Manual
This User’s Manual was created using Macintosh versions of Adobe®PageMaker™6.52, Adobe®
Photoshop™5.0.2,and Macromedia®Freehand™8.0.1.The body text type used in this manualis “Times”
(MAC) or “Times New Roman”(Windows) and headings are “Helvetica”(MAC) or “Arial”(Win-
dows). A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in
order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. These notes have different degrees of importance
as described below:
NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.
TIP: Tips and useful information for power users.
IMPORTANT: Information that must be followed in order to complete a task.
WARNING! Information to prevent damage to components, damage to data, or personal
injury when trying to complete a task.
Text enclosed in < > represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the < > keys.

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Hardware Features
The Notebook PC features a wide range of standard features, upgrades, and options. The following gives
you all of your current choices. Many future options are being developed for the Notebook PC to keep up
with the latest technologies.
•Processor: Pentium®233MHz to Pentium®II 400MHz
The Notebook PC uses Intel®Mobile Modules in order to support current and future Intel®proces-
sors. Current processors are Pentium®MMX 233MHz-266MHz and Pentium®II from 300MHz-
400MHz.
•BIOS: Programmable Phoenix BIOS
The Notebook PC uses a programmable 256Kb flash EEPROM that supports Plug & Play.
•Chipset: Intel 440BX
The Notebook PC is equipped with an Intel 440BX chipset with I/O subsystems for improved
performance.
•Memory: 32MB to 160MB 66MHz SDRAM
The Notebook PC includes a 64-bit memory bus with 32MB of 66MHz SDRAM built-in. A single
144-pin SO-DIMM socket is available for a 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, or a 128MB SO-DIMM.
•Display: 12.1”or 13.3”Active Matrix TFT
The Notebook PC comes with an active matrix TFT12.1”800x600 SVGAor 13.3”1024x768 XGA
LCD display.
•Graphics: 4MB SGRAM
The Notebook PC comes with an SMI 910 2D VGAchipset with 64bit graphics acceleration engine
and 4MB SGRAM for its graphics controller. The 12.1”display panel allows resolutions up to
800x600, and the 13.3”display panel allows resolutions up to 1024x768. The built-in VGA port
provides a 15-pin D-sub VGAconnector for connecting a CRT monitor, a second LCD monitor, or
a video projector. Dual view and dual application in Windows 95/98/NT with independent LCD
and CRTresolutions and refresh rates. Switchable Portrait or Landscape display for 90-degree CRT
rotation.
•CRT Display Modes: 640x480 to 1024x768
When using a CRT monitor on the external VGAport, three modes are possible: VGA (640x480),
SVGA (800x600), and XGA (1024x768) with all resolutions up to 16.7M colors.
•PC Cards: CardBus & Zoomed Video
The Notebook PC comes with two Type I/II (or one Type III) PCMCIA2.1 compliant sockets. The
lower socket supports 32-bit CardBus and Zoomed Video™to accommodate any Notebook PC
expansion cards.

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•All-In-One Design: Hard Drive, Floppy, CD
The Notebook PC is an all-in-one design with a hard disk drive, a 3.5”floppy disk drive, and a 24X
CD-ROM drive built in.
•Hard Drive: 4/6/10GB
The Notebook PC comes with a removable 2.5”(6.35cm) wide and .374”(.95cm) high UltraDMA/
33 IDE hard disk drive with capacities from 4, 6, and 10GB, and supports S.M.A.R.T. (Self Moni-
toring and Reporting Technology) to prevent hard disk failure and errors in advance.
•Status LEDs:
The Notebook PC has status LEDs to display power ON/suspend, battery charging, disk access,
capital lock, and number lock statuses.
•Keyboard: 85 keys (89 keys for Japanese)
The Notebook PC provides desktop-like keys spaced 19mm apart with 2.5mm travel and Microsoft
Windows function keys. A palm rest provides comfort while typing.
•Interface: Serial, Parallel, Infrared, USB, Modem, PS/2
The Notebook PC provides one 9-pin D-sub serial port that supports RS-232 and 16550 serial
devices (e.g. mouse or modem); one 25-pin D-sub ECP/EPP parallel port that supports a parallel
printer, scanner, zip drive, or other third-party parallel port devices; IrDA 1.1 compliant infrared
port that supports 115.2Kb/s SIR (serial infrared) or 4Mb/s FIR (fast infrared) speeds for wireless
file transfers or networking; three audio jacks for Speaker Out, Mic-In, and Line-In; mini D-sub
VGA port for external monitor; USB port, modem jack (optional); and one mini-DIN for PS/2
keyboard or PS/2 mouse (simultaneous use with Y-adapter).
•Audio - 32-bit PCI Sound Blaster Pro compatible
The Notebook PC provides PCIAC’97 stereo that is 32-bit PCI Sound Blaster Pro compatible with
full duplex stereo audio and 3D sound. Three audio jacks are used for stereo line-in, mono micro-
phone-in, and stereo headphone-out. Integrated microphone and stereo speakers provide quality
audio with convenient access.
•Power Management: APM 1.2 and ACPI 1.0
The Notebook PC features APM 1.2 power management built into the BIOS. These features are
designed to conserve power and extend working time. SMI power management, standby, suspend
to disk, suspend to RAM, and ACPI 1.0 supported.
•Battery: 9-cell Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)
The Notebook PC supports Lithium-Ion battery pack, which provides 4.5Ah (48W). The battery
should last approximately 3 hours under normal conditions and charging takes between 3 to 5 hours
depending on whether the Notebook PC is powered OFF, powered ON, or in use during charging.
When battery power is 10% or less, there are warning beeps from the speakers and warning mes-
sages through the Windows operating system.

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•Power Adapter: Output 19V DC, 2.4Ah, 50W
The Notebook PC includes a very compact power adapter that can accept inputs from 100Volts to
240Volts AC 50/60Hz to accommodate any country. Output is 19 Volts DC 2.4 Amp or 50 Watts.
•Pointing Device: Touchpad with scroll feature
The Notebook PC features a pressure-sensitive touchpad that allows cursor movement as well as
clicking through tapping the touchpad or through the two buttons below the touchpad. Software
controlled scrolling is also available.
•Heat Dissipation: Temperature-Controlled Fan
The Notebook PC has two temperature-controlled cooling fans to save power when the fan is not
required. The two fans and custom aluminum heatsinks with heat-ducts effectively dissipate the
heat away from the processor when needed.
•Portability: 6.2lbs (2.8kg)
The Notebook PC has all the above features at only 6.2 pounds (2.8kg) and 11.6”wide x 9.1”deep
x 1.5”high (294mm x 232mm x 38mm) slim dimensions.
Optional Features and Accessories
•Modem/Fax: 56K V.90 Model
The Notebook PC comes in a model with or without a built-in 56K/19.2K modem/fax with V.90
compression and data correcting protocols for fast data transfers. The modem/fax supports video-
conferencing I/F V.80 and host-based digital voice and data. Upgrading is not possible at a later
time, a modem can only be added through a PCMCIA expansion card after purchase.
•Vehicle/AirAdapter:Work hard orplay hard ontheroad orinthe sky!
The vehicle/air adapter plugs into any vehicle’s 12 Volt DC cigarette or utility socket or airplane’s
seat power (designed for passenger’s use on certain airplanes). Produces an output of 19 Volts DC
2.64 Amp or 50 Watts

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Caring Information
WARNING! 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 thinners, benzene or
other chemicals on or near the surface.
Disconnect theAC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Wipe the Notebook PC using
a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few
drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.
DONOT exposeto liq-
uids, rain, or moisture.
Seek servicing if liquid
hasbeen spilled into the
Notebook PC.
DO NOT expose to
dirty or dusty environ-
ments.
DO NOT expose to
strong magnetic or
electrical fields.
DO NOT expose to extreme temperatures (below
32˚F/0˚C or above 122˚F/50˚C) or to direct sun-
light. Do not block the fan vents!
DO NOT place on un-
even or unstable work
surfaces. Seek servic-
ing if the casing has
been damaged.
DO NOT place or drop
objects on top and do
not shove any foreign
objects into the Note-
book PC.
DO NOT press or
touchthe display panel.
Do not place together
with small items that
mayscratch or enterthe
Notebook PC.

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Transporting the Notebook PC
To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals
to prevent 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, you should not transport the
Notebook PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely to
the computer to protect the keyboard and display panel.
Floppy Disks
Make sure that the 1.44MB floppy disk drive does not contain a diskette when transporting the Note-
book PC. When a diskette is inserted into the floppy disk drive, the eject button protrudes out. If you
attempt to transport the Notebook PC with a diskette in the drive, you risk damaging the eject button and
also risk scratching the surface of the diskette when the floppy disk drive is jolted.
Protection
Use a carrying case such as the one supplied with your Notebook PC to protect it from dirt, water, shock,
and scratches.
Battery
If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery
packs before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as
it is plugged into the computer and anAC power source. When the power adapter is inserted, an orange
LED will blink to show charging and will remain lit when the battery is fully charged. Be aware that it
takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use.
Opening the Display Panel
Two spring-loaded latches on the front of the
Notebook PC lock the display panel in the
closed position when the Notebook PC is not
inuse.Toopenthe display panel,slide the latch
outward with your thumbs and raise the dis-
play panel with your thumbs and forefinger.
Slowly adjust the display panel to a comfort-
able viewing position.
WARNING! When opening the display panel, do not force the display panel down to the
table or else the hinges may break!

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2. Components
SECTION 2
COMPONENTS
Front Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC.
Front Component Descriptions
The following describes the front components of the Notebook PC as shown by the picture above.
Display Panel Latches
The two display panel latches are used to lock the display panel in the closed position.
Power Indicator
The green LED will light when the power is ON and blink when in suspend-to-RAM mode. This
LED will be OFF when in suspend-to-disk mode.
Stereo Speakers
The two built-in speakers allow you to hear stereo audio without additional attachments.
Display Panel LatchPower IndicatorDisplay Panel Latch
Stereo SpeakersStereo Speakers

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2. Components
Top Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC.
Display Panel
Microphone
Touchpad
Keyboard
Touchpad
Buttons
Status LEDs