Asus M6N User Manual
Notebook PC
Drivers and Utilities
Product Name: Notebook PC Support CD
Manual Revision: 1 E1435
Release Date: December 2003
Support CD
Table of Contents
Support CD for Windows............................................................5
VGA Driver ........................................................................................................................... 10
ASUS Wireless LAN ............................................................................................................ 16
ATKACPI .............................................................................................................................. 20
Audio .................................................................................................................................... 22
CPU Hotfix ........................................................................................................................... 24
New Windows Installation .................................................................................................. 5
Drivers for Windows........................................................................................................... 5
VGA Driver Setup............................................................................................................. 12
Display Settings for Windows XP..................................................................................... 13
Wireless LAN Driver Setup .............................................................................................. 18
ASUS WLAN Utility Setup................................................................................................ 18
ATKACPI Setup................................................................................................................ 22
Audio Setup .....................................................................................................................24
CPU Hotfix Setup 1 of 2................................................................................................... 26
CPU Hotfix Setup 2 of 2................................................................................................... 26
Intel INF Update................................................................................................................... 27
Intel INF Update Setup .................................................................................................... 28
LAN....................................................................................................................................... 29
LAN Driver Setup ............................................................................................................. 30
Configuring your LAN....................................................................................................... 31
Modem.................................................................................................................................. 34
Modem Setup - Automatic................................................................................................ 36
Modem Setup - Manual.................................................................................................... 37
ChkMail ................................................................................................................................ 40
ChkMail Setup.................................................................................................................. 42
Hotkey .................................................................................................................................. 43
Hotkey Setup ................................................................................................................... 44
Hotkey Reference ............................................................................................................ 45
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LiveUpdate........................................................................................................................... 50
LiveUpdate Setup ............................................................................................................ 52
Using LiveUpdate............................................................................................................. 53
PC-cillin 2002....................................................................................................................... 55
Welcome to PC-cillin 2002............................................................................................... 56
Personal Firewall ............................................................................................................. 57
PC-cillin for Wireless........................................................................................................ 57
Trojan System Cleaner .................................................................................................... 58
ScriptTrap Technology ..................................................................................................... 58
Emergency Lock .............................................................................................................. 58
User Interface ..................................................................................................................58
About Intelligent Update................................................................................................... 59
New product registration method ..................................................................................... 59
About viruses ...................................................................................................................59
How viruses are created .................................................................................................. 60
Accessing the Trend Micro Virus Encyclopedia ............................................................... 60
Viewing the Trend Micro Virus list .................................................................................... 60
Contacting Technical Support .......................................................................................... 60
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PC-cillin 2002 Feature Screens ....................................................................................... 62
Power4 Gear+ ...................................................................................................................... 62
Power4 Gear+ Setup ....................................................................................................... 64
Probe2 .................................................................................................................................. 69
Probe2 Setup ................................................................................................................... 70
Probe2 Reference............................................................................................................ 71
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................. 75
Touchpad Setup ............................................................................................................... 76
Synaptics® TouchPad Features....................................................................................... 77
Property Pages ................................................................................................................ 80
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................ 87
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WinFlash .............................................................................................................................. 88
Memory Reader ...................................................................................................................92
BIOS Setup ................................................................................95
WINFLASH Setup ............................................................................................................ 90
Using WINFLASH ............................................................................................................ 91
Memory Reader Driver Setup .......................................................................................... 94
Updating your BIOS ......................................................................................................... 96
BIOS Setup Program ....................................................................................................... 96
Main ............................................................................................................................... 100
Advanced ....................................................................................................................... 101
Advanced (sub-menu).................................................................................................... 102
Security .......................................................................................................................... 105
Power............................................................................................................................. 108
Boot................................................................................................................................ 109
Boot (sub-menu) ............................................................................................................ 110
Boot.................................................................................................................................111
Exit ................................................................................................................................. 112
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Support CD for Windows
The Notebook PC you purchased may or may not be preloaded with an operating
system. The support CD included with this Notebook PC provides all the necessary
drivers and utilities in order for you to use your Notebook PC with Microsoft
Windows® XP (referred to as “Windows” in this User’s Manual).
The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed
operating system. Operating systems not pre-installed on this Notebook PC may
produce different results than the ones described in the provided user’s manuals.
If your Notebook PC is not preloaded with any operating system, or you want to install another operating
system other than the preloaded one, the following pages will give step-by-step installation procedures for
typical system configurations under the Windows
online help provided with each of the applications after installation. The following are contents of a typical
support CD. Variations may be found for each territory or language. If the autorun menu does not appear,
double clicking the CD-ROM disc drive icon in “My Computer” (may be the (D:) drive or (E:) drive on hard
drives with two partitions) or running SETUP.EXE (through Start menu “Run...”) located in the root of the
support CD, will bring up the autorun menu.
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operating system. For application usage, please see the
New Windows Installation
If you install a new operating system on your Notebook PC, there will be many hardware devices without
drivers. Use the provided support CD to correct this problem.
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Support CD
Drivers for Windows
Next page gives descriptions of each support CD item. Due to ongoing improvements in the support CD,
there may be some differences between this User’s Manual and your support CD. The names in quotations
are the actual driver names displayed in the System Properties of MS Windows. Windows cannot contain all
the device drivers from every manufacturer, with every update; therefore the provided support CD will
contain the best driver for your built-in devices and should be used in place of any Windows default drivers.
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Required Drivers
Some drivers may already be provided in Windows. If you have any problems with these drivers, visit the
Microsoft W indows Update site. A link is provided in Microsoft Windows Explorer under “Tools.”
VGA (Display) “ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Series” Driver
Installing the VGA driver first will make viewing other setup screens much easier. This installs display
drivers for your operating system in order to properly use the Notebook PC’ s built-in graphics controller and
to provide optimal display features. Once the display driver is installed, you can change your display’s
resolution and color through Display Properties.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “ Display adapters.”
ASUS Wireless LAN “Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter” Driver
Required on models with internal wireless LAN. Installs the required network driver for the Notebook PC’s
optional internal wireless LAN controller. If you purchased the optional internal wireless LAN, you need to
install this driver. If you did not purchase the optional internal wireless LAN, you cannot install this driver.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “ Network Adapters.”
ATKACPI “ATK0100 ACPI UTILITY” Utility
This utility is required for special utilities provided in the support CD. This installs drivers for the Notebook
PC’s Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) for features utilizing power management functions.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “System devices.”
Audio “SigmaTel C-Major Audio” Driver
This installs audio drivers for your operating system in order to properly use the Notebook PC’ s built-in sound
controller. All audio functions are configured through Windows and help can be located within Windows
documentation or Windows help files.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Sound, video and game contr ollers.”
CPU HotFix
This installs Windows support files for advanced features in new Intel processors.
Intel 845M INF Update (required) “Intel 828XX” Drivers
This installs drivers for the Notebook PC’s specific chipset.
This device is shown under Windows “System devices.”
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LAN “BCM5788” Driver
Installs the required LAN driver for the Notebook PC’ s built-in PCI Fast-Ethernet controller. Fast-Ethernet
supports both 10 Base-T or 100 Base-TX networks at half or full duplex.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Network Adapters.”
Modem “SoftK56 Data Fax SmartCP” Driver
Installs the necessary driver in order for your operating system to have the correct files for the Notebook PC
with built-in modem and drivers for integration with the internal audio. With third-party software, fax and
speaker phone capabilities are possible using this Notebook PC.
Recommended Utilities
Check Mail Utility
Installs Check Mail Utility to monitor and notify you of incoming email messages waiting in your Microsoft
Outlook or Outlook Express Inbox. (This utility may or may not be compatible with other email applications.)
Hotkey Utility
Installs Hotkey utility. Hotkey utility is a program designed to intercept key strokes so that key assignments
can be made to run a program or script. This program cannot be used to change default keys or key combinations
used by other software, operating systems, or by the Notebook PC’s hardware.
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LiveUpdate Utility
This utility helps you easily upgrade your Notebook PC’s BIOS through an Internet connection.
PC-cillin 2002 Utility
Installs T r end’s PC-cillin 2002, a world-class anti-virus protection software for the new Internet era, to keep
your PC virus-free. This very powerful anti-virus software is bundled with each Notebook PC to protect your
investment. As software become more and more a part of our daily lives, measures have to be taken to
protect them. You may skip this software if you have your own anti-virus software.
Power4 Gear+ Utility
Power4 Gear+ is a custom utility designed for this Notebook PC that allows you to use predefined or user
defined values for multi-selectable power saving modes or “gears”. You can “shift” between the “gears”
using the taskbar icon or the “Power Gear” key above the keyboard.
Probe2 Utility
Installs Probe2 utility to monitor the Notebook PC’ s CPU temperature and other resources. This is an optional
software to help you better manage your Notebook PC’s resources.
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TouchPad “Synaptics PS/2 TouchPad” Driver
Shown under Windows “Mice and other pointing devices.” Installs “Synaptics® TouchPad” utility. The
Notebook PC already supports built-in or externally connected keyboard and PS/2 mouse devices. However,
the provided device driver will provide enhancements and features to the T ouchPad to increase the functionality
of the TouchPad. For detailed information, see the Software Reference in the next section. To access help,
right-click the TouchPad icon on the taskbar and select Help.
WinFlash Utility
Installs a BIOS update utility for W indows so that you can conveniently update your Notebook PC’s BIOS
without having to restart your Notebook PC in DOS mode.
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Drivers Provided in Windows XP
If you have any problems with these drivers, visit the Microsoft Windows Update site. A link is provided in
Microsoft Windows Explorer under “Tools.”
1394 “R5C593” (Already supported in Windows XP)
This driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “IEEE 1394 Bus host contr ollers”.
Fast IR Driver “IrDA Fast Infrared Port” (Already supported in Windows XP)
This driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Infrar ed devices ”.
PCMCIA “R5C593” (Already supported in Windows XP)
This driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “PCMCIA adapters”.
RICOH Media Card “R5C593” (Already supported in Windows XP)
This driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system.
USB 2.0 (Already supported in Windows XP SP1 & Windows 2000 SP4)
This driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows operating system. The support CD also includes a
version of this driver for Windows 98 SE or W indows ME. This driver is not required for W indows 2000 or
Windows XP and installation will not be possible.
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This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Universal Serial Bus contr ollers ”.
SteepStep (Already supported in Windows XP)
This function is already supported in Windows XP. The support CD also includes a version of this utility for
other Windows versions. Installation will not be possible under Windows XP.
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SpeedStep™ is a technology that provides adjustable processor speeds for maximum performance
Intel
when connected to an external power and battery optimized performance when going mobile. The processors
can dynamically switch clock frequency and voltage, depending on whether the computer is running on
batteries or is plugged into AC power . These changes in frequency happen in only 1/2000th of a second — so
fast, they are invisible to users, even if they occur in the middle of performance-intensive applications.
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Other Support CD items
[Read Me] Text File
Gives you notes concerning this support CD or the Notebook PC.
[Browse this CD] Link
Shows you the contents of this support CD using W indows Explorer.
[Technical Support Form] Text File
Opens up a T echnical Support Request Form so that you will understand what kind of information is needed
if you run into problems and require technical assistance.
[AFLASH2] Folder
This utility allows you to upgrade your Notebook PC’s BIOS in DOS mode. You enter DOS mode by
booting to a DOS system on a floppy disk, CD, or USB drive instead of entering the Windows operating
system. AFLASH2.EXE can be found in the Aflash folder of the support CD.
[Exit] Link
Closes the support CD autorun screen.
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VGA Driver
(It is necessary to install the VGA driver first in order
to see other setup screens in their proper sizes.)
Topics Covered:
VGA Driver Setup
Display Settings for Windows XP
ATI Taskbar Icon
Software Drivers
Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
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Software Drivers
VGA Driver Setup
Running setup will give you the following wizard. See next page for VGA settings.
On the “License Agreement” screen, click Yes
after reading the message.
Click Continue Anyway because this driver has
been tested to work with Windows XP.
On the “Select Components” screen, click
Express... to begin installation.
On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish.
Restarting now will help enlarge the screen area
to view other setup items more comfortably .
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Display Settings for Windows XP
Display Properties
Set screen resolution and color quality to the maximum
for best results. If your Notebook PC does not support
the maximum resolution, panning will occur to cover
the extra area. In this case, you can lower the resolution. .
Software Drivers
By right clicking your desktop and
selecting Properties, you can view
your display properties.
ATi Display Properties
ATi display properties can be accessed through
the advanced button or through the ATi icon on
the taskbar.
For advanced graphics controller
settings, click the Advanced button
Displays
This page allows you to enable or disable display
output devices and save schemes with hotkeys.
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Software Drivers
Display Settings for Windows XP (Cont’)
Color
This page allows you to adjust and save profiles
for colors, gamma, brightness, and contrast.
OpenGL
This page allows you to adjust quality and performance for applications using OpenGL.
Direct3D
This page allows you to adjust quality and performance for applications using Direct3D.
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Display Settings for Windows XP (Cont’)
Software Drivers
Options
This page allows you to enable or disable ATi
quick access desktop and taskbar menus.
Overlay
This page allows you to adjust brightness, contrast, saturation, hue, and gamma for videos.
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Software Drivers
Display Settings for Windows XP (Cont’)
ATi Taskbar Icon
Bring up ATi quick-access menus by right clicking on the task bar. You can quickly launch displayrelated property windows using the ATi taskbar. If you cannot see this icon, you may have to “Show hidden
icons” by clicking on
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Right-click the ATi icon for many quick access
menus.
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Left-click the ATi icon for quick display resolution
changing.
ASUS Wireless LAN
(Required Driver)
Topics Covered:
Wireless LAN Driver Setup
ASUS WLAN Utility Setup
ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start
Software Drivers
Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
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Software Drivers
Wireless LAN Driver Setup
Running setup will give you the following wizard:
Click OK to install the modem driver. On the “Finish” screen, click OK.
ASUS WLAN Utility Setup
After installing driver, you need to install the wireless utility.
Click Next after reading the “Welcome” screen.
On the “Choose Destination Location” screen,
click Next to continue or you may first change
the destination folder.
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Click Next after reading the “Information” screen.
On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next
to continue or enter a different folder name.
ASUS WLAN Utility Setup (Cont’)
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Click Finish on the “Setup Complete” screen.
Select to use “...ASUS Utilities...” for added
features while using the wireless LAN device.
ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start
After installing the ASUS WLAN driver and utility , the utility will automatically start with
Windows. If you need to start it manually , you can launch the utility using the desktop icon
or through Windows start. You will need to make some wireless LAN settings before
being able to use your wireless connection.
(Right-Click Menu)
Right-click the ASUS WLAN icon and select
“Wireless Settings”
Set the Network Name (SSID) to the same name
as the SSID set in your wireless access point.
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ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start (Cont.)
Use “Site Survey” if you don’t know the name of
your access point(s).
Check the “Status” page to see the “Association
State”. It should show “Connected xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx”.
Encryption settings must also match those set in
the access point. Talk with your network
administrator if necessary. Click Apply to save
your settings
You can also see the connection quality on the
“Connection” page. Click OK to exit the utility .
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Topics Covered:
ATKACPI Setup
ATKACPI
(Required Utility)
Software Drivers
Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
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Software Drivers
ATKACPI Setup
This utility requires that you manually install it from Device Manager . No software operation is required.
Double click Unknown device. Click Reinstall Driver.
Select “Install from...” and click Next. Browse to your operating system folder in the
“A TK0100” folder and click Next.
Click Finish when setup is complete. “ATK0100 ACPI UTILITY” should show under
System devices.
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Topics Covered:
Audio Setup
Audio
(Required Driver)
Software Drivers
Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
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Software Drivers
Audio Setup
You will see a “Found New Hardware Wizard” if you device requires setup. If not your driver may already
be installed by W indows. If your device is not working, you can manually install the driver as follows:
Normally, you will get a “Found New
Hardware Wizard” as shown on the next
step. If not, double click the Audio controller
with a question mark.
Select “Install from...” and click Next.
Browse to the folder shown here and click Next.
Click Finish. Restarting Windows will start
the USB Controller.
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Click Continue Anyway because this driver
has been tested to work with Windows XP.
Click Close to close the “USB Properties”
window.
CPU Hotfix
Topics Covered:
CPU Hotfix Setup 1
CPU Hotfix Setup 2
(Required Driver)
Software Drivers
Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
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Software Drivers
CPU Hotfix Setup 1 of 2
T wo setups are required. There are several languages available in each folder. After setup, restart Windows
and your Windows will be able to utilize advanced features in Intel’s latest mobile processor. The first file
will extract to a separate folder. Read “hotfix” for setup instructions.
CPU Hotfix Setup 2 of 2
The second file has a setup wizard as follows.
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Click Next on the welcome screen.
Wait while setup is in progress. Click Finish after setup is complete.
Click Next after selecting “I Agree” on the
License Agreement.
Intel INF Update
Topics Covered:
Intel INF Update Setup
(Required Driver)
Software Drivers
Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
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Software Drivers
Intel INF Update Setup
Running setup will give you the following wizard. No other configurations are necessary .
On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading
the message.
On the “Readme” screen, click Next after reading
the message.
On the “License Agreement” screen, click Yes
after reading the message.
Setup is now complete, select “No...” and click
Finish in order to install other items.
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Topics Covered:
LAN Driver Setup
Configuring your LAN
LAN
(Required Driver)
Software Drivers
Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
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Software Drivers
LAN Driver Setup
You will see a “Found New Hardware Wizard” if you device requires setup. If not your driver may already
be installed by W indows. If your device is not working, you can manually install the driver as follows:
Normally, you will get a “Found New
Hardware Wizard” as shown on the next
step. If not, double click the Network
Controller with a question mark in “Device
Manager”. Select “Install from...” and click Next.
Browse to the appropriate folder and click
Next.
Click Close to close the properties window.
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Click Finish when setup is complete.
The driver, when properly setup, will appear
as the above in Device Manager.
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