ASUS E1185 User Manual
Portable Desktop PC
Hardware User’s Manual
Product Name: Portable Desktop PC Hardware
Manual Revision: First Edition V1 E1185
Release Date: December 2002
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Safety Statements
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. Y ou 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.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus
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 Model (Pour Utiliser A vec Modele) ADP-45GB (45W), ADP-50GB (50W),
PA-1530 (50W), or ADP-60DH (60W)
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, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2.
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Safety Statements
Nordic Cautions (for Portable Desktop 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)
A TTENZIONE! 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 T yp. 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)
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.
CDRH Regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
implemented 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.
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Safety Statements
Safety Statements
WARNING! The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Portable
Desktop 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 the AC power and remove the optional battery bank before cleaning. Wipe the Portable
Desktop 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.
DO NOT place on uneven or unstable
work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged.
DO NOT place or drop objects on top
and do not shove any foreign objects into
the Portable Desktop PC.
DO NOT press or touch the display panel.
Do not place together with small items that
may scratch or enter the Portable Desktop
PC.
DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or
electrical fields.
DO NOT leave the base of the Portable
Desktop PC on the lap or any part of the
body for an extended period while the
Portable Desktop PC is turned ON or is
charging in order to prevent discomfort or
injury from heat exposure.
DO NOT expose to or use near
liquids, rain, or moisture.
DO NOT use the modem during
an electrical storm.
DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty
environments. DO NOT operate
during a gas leak.
DO NOT expose to extreme temperatures above 50˚C (122˚F) or to direct
sunlight. Do not block the fan vents!
DO NOT expose to extreme temperatures (below 0˚C (32˚F), otherwise the Portable Desktop PC may
not boot.
DO NOT throw batteries in fires
as they may explode. Check local
codes for special battery disposal
instructions.
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Safety Statements
Transportation Precautions
To prepare the Portable Desktop 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 Portable Desktop PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it
is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel.
Remove Floppy Disks
Whether you have an internal or external 1.44MB floppy disk drive, make sure it does not contain a
diskette when transporting the floppy disk drive. When a diskette is inserted into the floppy disk drive,
the eject button protrudes out. If you attempt to transport the floppy disk drive 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.
Cover Your Portable Desktop PC
Use a carrying case such as the one supplied with your Portable Desktop PC to protect it from dirt,
water, shock, and scratches.
NOTE: The surface glaze is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Be careful not to rub
or scrap the Portable Desktop PC surfaces when transporting your Portable Desktop
PC.
Charge Your Batteries
If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your optional battery bank before going on
long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery bank as long as it is plugged into the
computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to char ge the battery bank when
the Portable Desktop PC is in use.
Airplane Precautions
Contact your airline if you want to use the Portable Desktop PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have
restrictions for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not
during takeoffs and landings.
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). Y ou can send your Portable Desktop PC and diskettes through airport
X-ray machines. However, it is recommended that you do not send your Portable
Desktop PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to
magnetic wands.
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Safety Statements
CTR 21 Approval (for Portable Desktop PC with built-in Modem)
Danish
Dutch
English
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Swedish
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Safety Statements
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 Portable Desktop 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 Portable Desktop 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 Portable Desktop PC during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
• Do not use the Portable Desktop PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.
Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechar geable) 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 Portable Desktop 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.
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Contents
1. Introducing the Portable Desktop PC .................................................. 10
About This User’s Manual ..................................................................................................... 11
Notes For This Manual..................................................................................................... 11
2. Knowing the Parts.................................................................................. 12
Top Side ................................................................................................................................ 13
Bottom Side........................................................................................................................... 15
Left Side ................................................................................................................................ 16
Right Side.............................................................................................................................. 17
Rear Side .............................................................................................................................. 18
Front Side.............................................................................................................................. 20
3. Getting Started ....................................................................................... 21
Power Connection................................................................................................................. 22
Powering ON The Portable Desktop PC............................................................................... 22
The Power-On Self Test (POST)........................................................................................... 23
Power Management - Stand By and Hibernate..................................................................... 23
Restarting or Rebooting ........................................................................................................ 24
Powering OFF the Portable Desktop PC .............................................................................. 24
Using the Keyboard............................................................................................................... 25
Colored Hot Keys............................................................................................................. 25
Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators........................................................................... 26
Status Indicators .............................................................................................................. 26
Instant Launch Keys ........................................................................................................ 27
Status Indicators (Internally and Externally Visible)......................................................... 28
Microsoft Windows™ Keys .............................................................................................. 29
Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad ...................................................................................... 29
Keyboard as Cursors ....................................................................................................... 30
4. Using the Portable Desktop PC ............................................................ 31
Pointing Device .............................................................................................................. 32
Using the Touchpad ......................................................................................................... 32
Touchpad Usage Illustrations ........................................................................................... 32
Caring for the Touchpad................................................................................................... 34
Optical Drive.......................................................................................................................... 35
Multimedia DJ ....................................................................................................................... 38
Optional External Connections.............................................................................................. 39
PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket ................................................................................................... 42
32-bit CardBus Support ................................................................................................... 42
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Contents
Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) ........................................................................................ 42
Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA)...................................................................................... 42
Built-in 4-in-1 Card Reader support ...................................................................................... 43
Modem and Network Connections ........................................................................................ 44
Modem Connection.......................................................................................................... 44
Network Connection......................................................................................................... 45
Accessory (optional).............................................................................................................. 46
Battery bank..................................................................................................................... 46
Power Management Modes .................................................................................................. 47
Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance .................................................................... 47
ACPI................................................................................................................................. 47
Thermal Power Control .................................................................................................... 47
Power Savings ................................................................................................................. 48
Power State Summary ..................................................................................................... 48
System Memory Expansion .................................................................................................. 49
Hard Disk Drive ..................................................................................................................... 49
Important Handling Note .................................................................................................. 49
Processor & Hard Disk Drive Upgrades................................................................................ 49
Securing Your Portable Desktop PC (Optional) .................................................................... 50
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1. Introducing the Portable Desktop PC
About This User’s Manual
Notes For This Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Portable Desktop PC!
Upon purchasing this product, you joined a privileged group of power users in the ever-growing
world of technology. This Portable Desktop PC combines the power of a desktop PC and the
mobility of a notebook computer. Powered by the league-leading Intel™ Pentium® or Celeron
processors and equipped with the latest SiS® chipset carried in the most reliable and powerful
motherboard in a notebook chassis, this machine sets the ultimate tool to meet today’s e-demands.
Created for the tech savvy who wants the same computing power in the office, school at home or
just about anywhere - the Portable Desktop PC comes with expandable DDR SDRAM, highresolution TFT LCD monitor panel, 6-channel AC’97 audio CODEC, high hard disk capacity
support, a built-in multimedia card reader and more! The Portable Desktop PC undoubtedly
transends from the ordinary and sets the pace with a hybrid in power computing!
Other value-added features compliment to its user friendliness:
• an optional battery bank accessory
• full desktop functions with the notebook look and mobility
• single power adapter plug-in, unlike PC’s multiple cable and line connections.
• multimedia DJ panel support for system off audio-CD play.
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Introducing the Portable Desktop PC 1
About This User’s Manual
You are reading the Portable Desktop PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on
the various components in the Portable Desktop PC and how to use them. The following are major
sections of this User’s Manuals:
1. Introducing the Portable Desktop PC
Introduces you to the Portable Desktop PC and this User’s Manual.
2. Knowing the Parts
Gives you information on the Portable Desktop PC’s components.
3. Getting Started
Gives you information on getting started with the Portable Desktop PC.
4. Using the Portable Desktop PC
Gives you information on using the Portable Desktop PC’s components.
Notes For This Manual
This User’s Manual was created using Macintosh versions of Adobe® PageMaker™ 6.52, Adobe
Photoshop™ 5.5, Adobe® Illustrator® 8.0, and Macromedia® Freehand™ 8.0.1. The body text type used
in this manual is “Times” (MAC) or “Times New Roman” (Windows™) and headings are “Helvetica”
(MAC) or “Arial” (Windows™). 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:
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WARNING! Information to prevent
damage to components, damage to
data, or personal injury.
CAUTION! Information on actions that
must be avoided to prevent damage to
components, damage to data, or
personal injury.
T ext enclosed in < > or [ ] represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the <
> or [ ] and the enclosed letters.
TIP: Tips and useful information for
power (advanced) computer users.
NOTE: Tips and information to aid
in completing a task.
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2. Knowing the Parts
Top Side
Bottom Side
Left Side
Right Side
Rear Side
Front Side
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Knowing the Parts 2
Top Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Portable Desktop PC.
Display Panel
1 A S
Multimedia DJ Panel
Line Out
Line In
Microphone
Status Indicators
Instant Keys
Keyboard
Touchpad
Touchpad
Buttons
Status LEDs
Opening the Display Panel
One spring-loaded latch on the front of the Portable Desktop PC locks the display panel in the closed
position when the Portable Desktop PC is not in use. To open the display panel, slide the button with
your thumb and lift up the display panel with the same thumb. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or
backward to a comfortable viewing angle.
WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else
the hinges may break! Never lift the Portable Desktop PC by the display panel!
Display Panel
The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Portable Desktop PC uses an active
matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop
monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes.
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2 Knowing the Parts
Display Panel Care
The LCD screen is very delicate and requires careful handling. Pay attention to the following precautions:
• When not in use, keep the display panel closed to prevent dust accumulation.
• Do not use chemical cleaners on the screen. Wipe only with a dry cloth or tissue.
• Do not put your fingers or any objects directly on the screen.
• Do not press or lay any objects on the machine when it is closed.
• Do not carry the Portable Desktop PC with small or sharp objects (e.g. paper clips or staples) that
may enter the Portable Desktop PC and scratch the display panel.
Status Indicators
Status indicator details are described in section 3.
Power Switch
The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Portable Desktop PC and recovering from STD.
Push the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Portable Desktop PC.
Instant Launch Keys
Allows you to launch an application with one button. This is similar to those on PDAs. Details provided
later in this manual.
Keyboard
The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed)
and palm rest for both hands. T wo W indows™ function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the
Windows™ operating system.
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.
Line Out jack
The Line Out jack is used to connect the Portable Desktop PC’s audio out signal to amplified set of
speakers or headphones.
Line In jack
The Line In jack is used to connect the Portable Desktop PC’s audio in signal from a tape player or
other audio devices.
Microphone
The mono microphone jack can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio
devices.
Multimedia DJ Panel
The multimedia DJ panel provides the control buttons for audio playback. Even when the system power
is OFF, the multimedia DJ can be used as console for audio CD playback.
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Knowing the Parts 2
Bottom Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Portable Desktop PC.
Audio Speaker
Memory
Compartment
CPU
Compartment
Air Vent &
Cooling Fan
Audio Speaker
Hard Drive
Compartment
CD/DVD
ROM
Air Vent
WARNING! The bottom of the Portable Desktop PC can get very hot. Be careful when
handling the Portable Desktop PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation.
High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT PUT THE
PORTABLE DESKTOP PC ON THE LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID
INJURY FROM THE HEAT.
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