Asus A8F Knowing the Parts Memory RAM Compartment, Hard Disk Drive Compartment, Battery Pack

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1 Memory (RAM) Compartment

The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On- Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.

2	Hard Disk Drive Compartment

The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done by authorized service centers or dealers only.

3Battery Lock - Spring

The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position.

4 Battery Pack

The battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit.

5 Central Processor Unit (CPU)

Some Notebook PC models feature a socketed-processor design to allow upgrading to faster processors in the future. Some models feature a ULV design for compactness and may not be upgraded. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on upgrades.

WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty.

6 Cooling Fan

The cooling fan turns ON or OFF depending on temperature threshold settings.

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Contents E2378 / Mar Hardware User’s ManualContents Contents Contents Introducing the Notebook PC Introducing the Notebook PCAppendix About This User’s ManualBattery safety warning Safety PrecautionsTransportation Precautions Airplane PrecautionsCover Your Notebook PC Charge Your Batteries Preparing your Notebook PC Introducing the Notebook PC Basic sides of the Notebook PC Knowing the PartsKnowing the Parts Top SideKnowing the Parts Camera on selected models Power SwitchStatus Indicators front Status Indicators topBottom Side Hard Disk Drive Compartment Battery Lock SpringBattery Pack Knowing the Parts Memory RAM CompartmentOptical Drive Emergency Eject Left SideFlash Memory Slot Optical Drive Optical Drive Electronic EjectHeadphone Output Jack Knowing the Parts IEEE1394 PortMicrophone Input Jack Mic Spdif Output JackRight Side Infrared Port IrDA on selected modelsAir Vents Front Side Rear Side Knowing the Parts LAN Port Knowing the Parts Getting Started Power System Using AC PowerGetting Started To install the battery pack To remove the battery pack Using Battery PowerBattery Care Installing and Removing the Battery PackPower-On Self Test Post Powering on the Notebook PCCharging the Battery Pack Checking Battery PowerRestarting or Rebooting Powering OFFEmergency Shutdown Colored Hot Keys Special Keyboard FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Keys Keyboard as a Numeric KeypadKeyboard as Cursors Switches and Status Indicators Status Indicators Bluetooth Indicator Status IndicatorsFront edge Power Indicator Battery Charge IndicatorGetting Started Using the Notebook PC Touchpad activation with external USB mouse Using the Notebook PCOS Operating System Support SoftwareScrolling on selected models Using the TouchpadPointing Device Moving The CursorClickingTapping Touchpad Usage IllustrationsCaring for the Touchpad Dragging-ClickingDragging-TappingRemoving an ExpressCard Storage DevicesExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCardInserting an optical disc Optical DriveListening to Audio CD Using the Optical Drive Emergency ejectOptical Drive Cont’ Removing an optical discFlash Memory Card Reader Hard Disk DriveSupported Memory Types Modem Connection ConnectionsTwisted-Pair Cable Network ConnectionWireless LAN Connection on selected models Ad-hoc modeInfrastructure mode Bluetooth Wireless Connection on selected models Power Management Modes Thermal Power Control Power State SummaryStand by and Hibernate Appendix USB Flash Memory Disk Optional AccessoriesUSB Hub Optional USB 2.0 Slim Combo Drive OptionalUSB Keyboard and Mouse Wireless LAN CardWireless LAN USB Adapter USB Floppy Disk DrivePrinter Connection Optional ConnectionsGlossary Device Driver Appendix Byte Binary TermClock Throttling CPU Central Processing UnitPC Cards Pcmcia Appendix a Kensington LocksLaser Classifications PCI Bus Peripheral Component Interconnect Local BusROM Read Only Memory Appendix Post Power On Self TestRAM Random Access Memory Suspend ModeRegion Definitions Declarations and Safety StatementsDVD-ROM Drive Information Regional Playback InformationNon-Voice Equipment Internal Modem CompliancyOverview Network Compatibility DeclarationInternal Modem Compliancy Country Applied More TestingCE Mark Warning Federal Communications Commission StatementDeclaration of Conformity R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC FCC RF Exposure Guidelines Wireless ClientsFCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution StatementFrance Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Wireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsPower Safety Requirement UL Safety NoticesNordic Cautions for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery Macrovision Corporation Product Notice Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety InformationService warning label Cdrh RegulationsCTR 21 Approval for Notebook PC with built-in Modem Appendix a Software SecurityNetwork Service and Support