How it Works
Asus
Loading...
Z92Ne
User Manual [zh]
72 pgs7.8 Mb0
User Manual
114 pgs13.96 Mb0
User Manual [de]
74 pgs1.89 Mb0
User Manual
76 pgs2.46 Mb0
User Manual
74 pgs1.89 Mb0
User Manual
104 pgs9.06 Mb0
User Manual [ru]
74 pgs2.02 Mb0
User Manual [zh]
84 pgs2.77 Mb0
User Manual [es]
74 pgs1.89 Mb0
User Manual [it]
74 pgs1.89 Mb0
User Manual [zh]
72 pgs8.7 Mb0
User Manual [pt]
74 pgs1.89 Mb0

Asus Z92Ne User Manual

Notebook PC
Drivers and Utilities
User’s Manual
E2092 / April 2005
Support CD
Table of Contents
Support CD for Microsoft Windows .................................................................................... 5
VGA Driver ........................................................................................................................... 13
ATK0100 Driver (ACPI)........................................................................................................ 21
Audio .................................................................................................................................... 23
CMOS Camera .....................................................................................................................25
Device Manager...............................................................................................................10
VGA Driver Setup (Model 1 – Intel).................................................................................. 14
VGA Driver Setup (Model 2 – ATI) ................................................................................... 15
VGA Driver Setup (Model 3 – SiS)................................................................................... 16
VGA Driver Setup (Model 4 – NVIDIA) ............................................................................ 17
VGA Driver Settings ......................................................................................................... 18
ATK0100 Driver Setup ..................................................................................................... 22
Audio Setup .....................................................................................................................24
Camera Driver Setup .......................................................................................................26
Using the Camera ............................................................................................................ 27
Microsoft Windows...................................................................................................... 27
GameFace Enhanced Display Driver................................................................................. 29
GameFace Driver Setup (selected models)..................................................................... 31
INF Update (Intel) ................................................................................................................ 31
INF Update Driver Setup.................................................................................................. 32
INTEL Calexico (Wireless LAN) ......................................................................................... 33
Wireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (2915ABG) ........................................................ 34
Wireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (2200BG)........................................................... 35
Wireless LAN Utility Introduction................................................................................. 36
ASUS Wireless LAN ............................................................................................................ 36
ASUS WLAN Driver Setup............................................................................................... 38
ASUS WLAN Utility Setup................................................................................................ 39
ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start .................................................................................. 40
LAN....................................................................................................................................... 43
LAN Driver Setup ............................................................................................................. 44
Configuring your LAN....................................................................................................... 45
Joining a Domain or Workgroup (Windows XP).......................................................... 45
Viewing Your Network ................................................................................................. 47
2
Modem.................................................................................................................................. 49
Modem Driver Setup ........................................................................................................ 50
Modem Configuration.................................................................................................. 50
RICOH................................................................................................................................... 52
Ricoh Driver Setup........................................................................................................... 54
ChkMail ................................................................................................................................ 56
ChkMail Setup.................................................................................................................. 58
GameFace ............................................................................................................................ 58
GameFace Utility ............................................................................................................. 60
GameFace Live Features ................................................................................................ 61
Multi-user audio/video communication........................................................................ 61
Pause and disable video functions ............................................................................. 61
Sound detection .......................................................................................................... 61
User interface.............................................................................................................. 62
Getting started ............................................................................................................ 62
Launch GameFace ..................................................................................................... 62
Local Mode ................................................................................................................. 64
GameFace Setup............................................................................................................. 64
Server Mode .................................................................................................................... 65
Activate Server............................................................................................................ 66
Refresh Server List ..................................................................................................... 66
Connect....................................................................................................................... 66
Pause.......................................................................................................................... 66
LAN Mode ........................................................................................................................67
Displaying GameFace in Games ..................................................................................... 68
WAN Mode....................................................................................................................... 68
ASUS OSD ...................................................................................................................... 69
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................ 70
Support CD
LiveUpdate........................................................................................................................... 72
LiveUpdate Setup ............................................................................................................ 74
Using LiveUpdate............................................................................................................. 75
Norton Internet Security ..................................................................................................... 76
Norton Internet Security Setup......................................................................................... 78
Internet Proxy Settings................................................................................................ 80
Internet Security Main window .................................................................................... 81
Internet Security Features........................................................................................... 82
3
Power4 Gear ........................................................................................................................ 82
Support CD
NB Probe.............................................................................................................................. 88
TouchPad ............................................................................................................................. 94
Power4 Gear Setup ......................................................................................................... 84
Benefits of Power4 Gear.................................................................................................. 85
Power4 Gear Interface................................................................................................ 85
Program Icons............................................................................................................. 86
Power4 Gear............................................................................................................... 87
Renaming Settings......................................................................................................87
Power4 Gear Configuration ........................................................................................ 87
Power Saving Details.................................................................................................. 88
NB Probe Setup ............................................................................................................... 90
Using NB Probe ............................................................................................................... 91
Starting NB Probe ....................................................................................................... 91
Using NB Probe Monitoring ........................................................................................ 92
Touchpad Setup ............................................................................................................... 96
Synaptics® TouchPad Features....................................................................................... 97
Tap on the Pad Instead of Pressing the Buttons......................................................... 97
Drag Icons, Windows and Other Objects without Using Buttons ................................ 97
Adjust the Overall Touch Sensitivity............................................................................ 98
Customize Buttons and Taps ...................................................................................... 98
Prevent Accidental Pointing While Typing................................................................... 99
Scroll Through A Document without Using Scroll Bars ............................................... 99
Zoom In/Out and Pan on Documents ......................................................................... 99
Move the Pointer Long Distances ............................................................................. 100
Fine Tune the Pointer Movement .............................................................................. 100
Accessories............................................................................................................... 100
More About the TouchPad.........................................................................................100
Property Pages ..............................................................................................................100
Scrolling Properties Page ......................................................................................... 101
Tap Zones Properties Pages..................................................................................... 102
More Features Properties Page................................................................................ 103
Button Actions Properties Page ................................................................................ 104
Touch Properties Page.............................................................................................. 105
Edge Motion Properties Page ................................................................................... 106
Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................................................... 107
Video Security ................................................................................................................... 108
WinFlash ............................................................................................................................ 110
WINFLASH Setup .......................................................................................................... 113
Using WINFLASH .......................................................................................................... 113
4
Support CD for Microsoft 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.
New Operating System Installation
®
operating system. For application usage, please see the
Support CD
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.
Drivers for Microsoft 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.
Some drivers may already be provided in Windows. If you have any problems with these drivers, visit the Microsoft Windows Update site. A link is provided in Microsoft Windows Explorer under “Tools.” The exact controller and driver will vary by model and territory .
5
Support CD
Software Drivers
VGA (Display) (Driver depends on model)
“Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME” or “ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9700” or “SiS M760GX” or “NVIDIA GeForce Go 6200”
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.”
ATK0100 “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 “Realtek AC’97 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.”
CMOS Camera “BisonCam, USB2.0” (on selected models)
Installs a camera driver in order to enable the optional built-in camera on top of the LCD panel. This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “ Imaging devices.”
GameFace Enhanced Display Driver (on selected models)
Installs GameFace driver. GameFace lets you talk to and see your friend on the remote computer (video conferencing) even when you are playing a full-screen game.
INF Update
This installs Windows support files for advanced features in new chipsets.
Intel Calexico2 / ASUS WLAN (Depends on model)
“Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection” or “Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG” or “ASUS WLAN” 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.”
6
LAN “Realtek RTL8139/810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC” 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 “AC97 SoftV92 Data Fax Modem with 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.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Modems .”
RICOH “Ricoh R/RL/5C476(II) or Compatible CardBus Controller” Driver
A version of this driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system. The support CD includes this driver called for added enhancements for W indows XP and other Windows versions.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “PCMCIA adapters.”
Software Utilities
AFLASH2 DOS Utility
Support CD
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. (This utility is not shown in this User’s Manual.)
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.)
GameFace Utility (on selected models)
Installs GameFace utility. GameFace lets you talk to and see your friend on the remote computer (video conferencing) even when you are playing a full-screen game. Requires “GameFace Enhanced Display Driver.”
LiveUpdate Utility
This utility helps you easily upgrade your Notebook PC’s BIOS through an Internet connection.
Norton Internet Secruity 2005 Utility
Installs Norton Internet Security to provide comprehensive virus prevention, threat detection, and repair software for your computer. It automatically detects and repairs known viruses. Norton Internet Security
®
7
detects viruses and other potential risks in instant messenger attachments as well as in email messages,
Support CD
Internet downloads, and other files. Easy updating of the virus definitions over the Internet keeps Norton Internet Security prepared for the latest threats. Norton Internet Security also includes: Security protection
features, Personal Firewall, Spam filtering features, and Ad blocking features. You may skip this software if you have your own antivirus 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 keys above the keyboard.
NB Probe Utility
Installs NB Probe 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.
TouchPad “Synaptics PS/2 TouchPad” Utility
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.
Video Security Utility (on selected models)
Installs Video Security utility . Video Security lets you use the optional built-in camera as a security camera and record activities within its view . Requires “GameFace Enhanced Display Driver.”
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.
8
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 (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”.
AGP (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.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “System devices”.
PCMCIA (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”.
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.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Universal Serial Bus contr ollers ”.
Support CD
9
Support CD
Device Manager
“Device Manager” will be used in many device driver installation, upgrade, and verification processes.
1. Click “start” button.
2. Click “My Computer” icon.
4. Click “Hardware” tab.
5. Click “Device Manager” button.
3. Click “View system information” link.
Hardware Devices
After installing your operating system, several question marks will appear under “Other devices” representing hardware devices that Windows cannot recognize. After installing the drivers from the provided support CD. Those question marks will go away.
10
Software Drivers
Software Drivers
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
Model 1:
Model 2:
Taskbar Menu
Before After
Software Drivers
Model 3:
Model 4:
(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)
13
Software Drivers
VGA Driver Setup (Model 1 – Intel)
Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you the following wizard.
1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message.
3. When setup is complete, select “Yes...” and click Finish in order to restart Windows with a higher screen resolution*.
* Windows may have already provided the highest screen resolution support for this graphics controller.
2. On the “License Agreement” screen, click Yes after reading.
Before VGA drivers are installed, graphics functions are limited.
14
VGA Driver Setup (Model 2 – ATI)
Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you the following wizard.
Software Drivers
1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message.
3. On the “Select Components” screen, click
Express.
2. On the “License Agreement” screen, click Yes after reading.
4. When setup is complete, select “Yes...” and click Finish in order to restart Windows with a higher screen resolution*.
* Windows may have already provided the highest screen resolution support for this graphics controller.
15
Software Drivers
VGA Driver Setup (Model 3 – SiS)
Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you the following wizard.
1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message.
3. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next to use the default folder or enter another folder name.
2. On the “Setup Type” screen, click Next to use the default settings.
4. On the “Start Copying Files” screen, click Next after verifying the settings or click back to make changes.
5. When setup is complete, select “Yes...” and click Finish in order to restart Windows with a higher screen resolution*.
* Windows may have already provided the highest screen resolution support for this graphics controller.
16
VGA Driver Setup (Model 4 – NVIDIA)
Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you the following wizard.
Software Drivers
1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message.
3. When setup is complete, select “Yes...” and click Finish in order to restart Windows with a higher screen resolution*.
* Windows may have already provided the highest screen resolution support for this graphics controller.
2. On the “Windows Logo testing” screen, click Continue Anyway because the manufacturer has already tested this driver for this Notebook PC.
17
Software Drivers
VGA Driver Settings
After VGA driver installation (Model 1 - Intel) After VGA driver installation (Model 2 - ATI)
Make screen resolution settings in “Display Properties”. Higher resolutions may be available but panning will occur if you surpass the display panel’s specifications.
Left click the taskbar icon for shortcuts to display settings.
Make screen resolution settings in “Display Properties”. Higher resolutions may be available but panning will occur if you surpass the display panel’s specifications.
Left click the taskbar icon for quick resolution settings.
Right click the taskbar icon for shortcuts to display settings.
18
VGA Driver Settings (Cont.)
After VGA driver installation (Model 3 - SiS)
Make screen resolution settings in “Display Properties”. Higher resolutions may be available but panning will occur if you surpass the display panel’s specifications.
After VGA driver installation (Model 4 - NVIDIA)
Software Drivers
Make screen resolution settings in “Display Properties”. Higher resolutions may be available but panning will occur if you surpass the display panel’s specifications.
Right click the taskbar icon for shortcuts to display settings.
The taskbar icon is not shown by default. You can enable it through Windows “Advanced” display properties.
Left or Right click the taskbar icon for shortcuts to display settings.
19
Software Drivers
20
ATK0100 Driver (ACPI)
(Required driver)
Topics Covered: ATK0100 Driver Setup
Software Drivers
Before After
(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)
21
Software Drivers
ATK0100 Driver Setup
This driver requires that you manually install it from Device Manager . No software operation is required.
1. Double click Unknown device.
3. Select “No...” and click Next.
2. Click Reinstall Driver.
4. Select “Install from...” and click Next.
5. Browse to your operating system folder in the “ATK0100” folder and click Next.
22
6. Click Finish when setup is complete.
7. Click Close to close the properties window.
Topics Covered: Audio Setup
Audio
(Required driver)
Software Drivers
Before
The notebook PC has built-in speakers and microphone, however, external audio accessories may be used. External audio connections will disable the notebook PC’s relevant built-in audio device (mic and/or speakers).
After
(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)
23
Software Drivers
Audio Setup
Running setup will give you the following wizard:
1. Click Next to begin setup.
2. When setup is complete, select No... and click Finish in order to install other items.
24
CMOS Camera
(Required driver on selected models)
Topics Covered: Camera Driver Setup Using the Camera
Software Drivers
After the driver and utility is installed, you may begin using any camera or video software on the Notebook PC.
(No previous category in Device Manager)
Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
After
25
Software Drivers
Camera Driver Setup
If you purchased the Notebook PC with the built-in camera, you will need to install this driver and utility. Running setup will give you the following wizard:
1. On the “Choose...Language” screen, select the language you wish to install and click OK.
3. On the “Windows Logo warning” screen, click Continue Anyway because this driver has been fully tested by the manufacturer for this Notebook PC.
2. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next to begin installing the driver.
4. On the “Setup Complete” screen, select “No...” and click Finish in order to install other items before restarting.
26
Using the Camera
Microsoft Windows
Software Drivers
In “My Computer”, you will see BisonCam. Double click on it to begin using it with Windows native camera software.
With Windows native camera software, you can see yourself in real-time. Click Take a new picture to capture your image to a file on your hard drive.
27
Software Drivers
28
GameFace Enhanced Display Driver
(Required driver for GameFace utility on selected models)
Topics Covered: GameFace Driver Setup
Software Drivers
After the driver and utility is installed, you may begin using any camera or video software on the Notebook PC.
(No previous category in Device Manager)
(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)
After
29
Software Drivers
GameFace Driver Setup (selected models)
Running setup will give you the following wizard:
1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after confirming this is what you want to setup..
3. After the files are installed, click Finish.
2. Click Install to begin copying files.
4. When setup is complete, select “No...” and click Finish in order to install other items.
30
Loading...
+ 84 hidden pages
Buy Points How it Works FAQ Contact Us Questions and Suggestions Privacy Policy Cookie Policy Terms of Use