Asus X50rl Hardware User Manual

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Basic sides of the Notebook PC
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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Top Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of th\
e Notebook PC.
NOTE: The keyboard will be different for each territory.
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Instant Keys
Instant  keys  allow  you  to  launch  frequently  used  applications  with  one  push  of  a  button. 
Details are described in section 3.
Touchpad and Buttons
The  touchpad  with  its  buttons  is  a  pointing  device  that  provides  the  same  functions  as  a 
desktop  mouse.  A  software-controlled  scrolling  function  is  available  after  setting  up  the 
included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation....

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Bottom Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of th\
e Notebook PC.
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WARNING!  The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling 
the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High tempera-
tures are normal during charging or operation. Do not use on soft surfaces such as 
beds or sofas which may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON YOUR 
LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO...

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Shutdown Button (Emergency)
In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button 
can be pressed with a straightened paper clip to shutdown the Notebook P\
C.
Battery Lock - Spring
The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is in-
serted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in 
the unlocked position.
Memory (RAM)...

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Left Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of th\
e Notebook PC.
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Wireless Switch
Enables  or  disables  the  built-in  wireless  LAN  and  Bluetooth  (selected  models).  When 
enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary 
before use.
2.0USB Port (2.0/1.1)
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices 
such as keyboards, pointing...

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ExpressCard Slot
One  26pin  Express  card  slot  is  available  to  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.)
Microphone Input Jack
The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output...

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Right Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of th\
e Notebook PC.
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Optical Drive Electronic Eject
The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for opening the tray. You can also eject 
the  optical  drive  tray  through  any  software  player  or  by  right  clicking  the  optical  drive  in 
Windows™ “My Computer.” 
Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model)
The emergency eject is used to eject the optical...

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Rear Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of th\
e Notebook PC.
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Kensington® Lock Port
The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® 
compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include 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 al\
arm when moved.
Power...

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Audio Speaker System
The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. 
The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces 
rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Audio 
features are software controlled. 
Front Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of th\
e Notebook PC.
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WARNING!  When opening, do not force the...