Asus X50rl Hardware User Manual

Notebook PC
Hardware User’s Manual
OFFON
ASUS F5 ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
EXPRESS
E2915 / Oct 2006 

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1. Introducing the Notebook PC
About This User’s Manual 
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2. Knowing the Parts
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4. Using the Notebook PC
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Support Software  ������������������������������������������������������������������������\
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Automatic Touchpad Disabling (on selected models)   �����������������������������������������36
Pointing Device�������������������������������������������������������������������������\
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1. Introducing the Notebook PC
About This User’s Manual
Notes For This Manual
Safety Precautions
Preparing your Notebook PC 

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About This User’s Manual
You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides informa-
tion on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following 
are major sections of this User’s Manuals:
1.	 Introducing	the	Notebook	PC
 Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual.
2.	 Knowing	the	Parts 
 Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components.
3.	 Getting	Started
 Gives you information on getting started...


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Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and 
instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use 
damaged  power  cords,  accessories,  or  other  peripherals.  Do  not  use  strong  solvents  such  as  thinners, 
benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface.
IMPORTANT!  Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s)...


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CAUTION!  There  are  three  main  types  of  airport  security  devices:  X-ray  machines 
(used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people walking 
through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or 
individual items). You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport X-ray 
machines.  However,  it  is  recommended  that  you  do  not  send  your  Notebook  PC  or 
diskettes through airport...

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Preparing your Notebook PC
These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC. Read the later pages for detailed informa-
tion on using your Notebook PC.
1. Install the battery pack2. Connect the AC Power Adapter
Press the power button and release. 
(In  Windows  XP,  this  button  can  also  be  used  to 
safely turn OFF the Notebook PC.)
IMPORTANT!  When opening, do not force 
the display panel down to the table or else 
the hinges may break! Never lift...

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