Asus E3101 user manual Glossary

Page 71

Appendix A

Glossary

ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface)

Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.

APM (Advanced Power Management)

Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.

AWG (American Wire Gauge)

NOTE: This table is for general reference only and should not be used as a source of the American Wire Gauge standard as this table may not be current or complete.

Gauge	Diam	Area	R	I@3A/mm2
AWG	(mm)	(mm2)	(ohm/km)	(mA)
33	0.18	0.026	676	75
	0.19	0.028	605	85
32	0.20	0.031	547	93
30	0.25	0.049	351	147
29	0.30	0.071	243	212
27	0.35	0.096	178	288
26	0.40	0.13	137	378
25	0.45	0.16	108	477

Gauge	Diam	Area	R	I@3A/mm2
AWG	(mm)	(mm2)	(ohm/km)	(mA)
24	0.50	0.20	87.5	588
	0.55	0.24	72.3	715
	0.60	0.28	60.7	850
22	0.65	0.33	51.7	1.0 A
	0.70	0.39	44.6	1.16 A
	0.75	0.44	38.9	1.32 A
20	0.80	0.50	34.1	1.51 A
	0.85	0.57	30.2	1.70 A

BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)

BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer’s read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM.

Bit (Binary Digit)

Represents the smallest unit of data used by the computer. A bit can have one of two values: 0 or 1.

Boot

Boot means to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory. When the manual instructs you to “boot” your system (or computer), it means to turn ON your computer. “Reboot” means to restart your computer. When using Windows 95 or later, selecting “Restart” from “Start Shut Down...” will reboot your computer.

Byte (Binary Term)

One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character, punctuation mark, or other symbol.

Clock Throttling

Chipset function which allows the processor’s clock to be stopped and started at a known duty cycle. Clock throttling is used for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed.

Image 71

Contents Hardware User’s Manual Table of Contents Appendix Using the Notebook PCContents Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Battery safety warning Safety PrecautionsCharge Your Batteries Transportation PrecautionsAirplane Precautions Cover Your Notebook PCOpen max 145 degrees Preparing your Notebook PCIntroducing the Notebook PC Basic sides of the Notebook PC Knowing the PartsTop Side Camera IndicatorMulti-Position Camera Status Indicators topStatus Indicators front Power SwitchBottom Side Memory RAM Compartment Battery Lock SpringBattery Pack Cooling FanTV-Out Port Left SideLAN Port Display Monitor OutputAntenna Input Optical Drive Emergency Eject location varies by model Right SideOptical Drive Electronic Eject Flash Memory Slot Front SideKensington Lock Port Power DC InputRear Side Getting Started Using AC Power Power SystemTo install the battery pack To remove the battery pack Using Battery PowerBattery Care Installing and Removing the Battery PackSelf Monitoring and Reporting Technology Powering on the Notebook PCPower-On Self Test Post Checking Battery Power Battery Calibration on selected models Charging the Battery PackEmergency Shutdown Power OptionsRestarting or Rebooting Thermal Power Control Power Management Modes Sleep and HibernateOpen Sun Icon F6 Special Keyboard FunctionsColored Hot Keys Filled Sun Icon F5Speaker Up Icon F12 Speaker Icons F10Speaker Down Icon F11 Keyboard as Cursors Microsoft Windows KeysKeyboard as a Numeric Keypad Switches Switches and Status IndicatorsStatus Indicators Multimedia Control Keys on selected models Using the Notebook PC Scrolling on selected models Using the TouchpadPointing Device Moving The CursorClickingTapping Touchpad Usage IllustrationsAutomatic Touchpad Disabling Caring for the TouchpadRemoving an Expansion Card Storage DevicesExpansion Card Inserting an Expansion CardInserting an optical disc Optical DriveListening to Audio CD Using the Optical DriveRemoving an optical disc Emergency eject Flash Memory Card Examples Flash Memory Card ReaderHard Disk Drive Removing/Installing the screws Removing/Installing the driveMemory RAM Installing a Memory Card Removing a Memory CardModem Connection ConnectionsTwisted-Pair Cable Network ConnectionInfrastructure mode Wireless LAN Connection on selected modelsAd-hoc mode Connecting to a network Windows Wireless Network ConnectionBluetooth-enabled computers or PDAs Bluetooth Wireless Connection on selected modelsTurning on and Launching Bluetooth Utility Bluetooth-enabled mobile phonesClearing TPM Secured Data On Security page, set TPM Security to EnabledTrusted Platform Module TPM on selected models Enabling TPM SecurityFingerprint Registration on selected models You must swipe your finger multiple times for DTV/FM antenna connection Antenna placementAntenna Connections on selected models Cable connectionUsing the Notebook PC Appendix USB Flash Memory Disk Optional AccessoriesVehicle Power Adapter USB Hub OptionalPrinter Connection Optional ConnectionsUSB Keyboard and Mouse Bluetooth Mouse Setup optional Select Don’t use a passkey and click Next Support Software Operating System and SoftwareBoot Device System Bios SettingsSave Changes Security SettingPassword Check User Access Level Common Problems and Solutions Service Specification, function, price Common Problems and SolutionsHardware Problem Power ON/OFF Error Mechanical Problem FAN / ThermalUnknown Reason Blue screen with white text Software Problem Asus bundled softwareBlue screen with white text appears after system bootup Updating the Bios Software Problem BiosSymantec’s Norton Internet Security NIS Cannot login to MSN or Yahoo messenger servicesNIS is damaged and need reinstalling Cannot uninstall NISCommon Problems and Solutions Using Hard Disk Partition Windows Vista Software RecoveryUsing the Recovery DVD Using DVD on selected modelsGlossary Hardware CPU Central Processing UnitDevice Driver ExpressCardPCI Bus Peripheral Component Interconnect Local Bus Post Power On Self TestKensington Locks Laser ClassificationsTPM Trusted Platform Module on selected models RAM Random Access MemorySuspend Mode System DiskRegion Definitions Declarations and Safety StatementsDVD-ROM Drive Information Regional Playback InformationNon-Voice Equipment Internal Modem CompliancyOverview Network Compatibility DeclarationCountry Applied More Testing CE Mark Warning Federal Communications Commission StatementTTE Directive 1999/5/EC FCC Radio Frequency Interference RequirementsFCC Radio Frequency RF Exposure Caution Statement France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Wireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsPower Safety Requirement UL Safety NoticesNordic Lithium Cautions for lithium-ion batteries Macrovision Corporation Product Notice Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety InformationService warning label Cdrh Regulations CTR 21 Approval for Notebook PC with built-in Modem Appendix a Network SoftwareSecurity