User manual ASUS A73SD

[. . . ] · The features described in this guide are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer and/or your computer may include features that are not described in this user guide. · The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the actual product. First Edition (May 2011) © Copyright Lenovo 2011. ASUS products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C. F. R. [. . . ] remove the battery pack from the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down. Handling the battery If the rechargeable battery pack is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury and detriment to the environment, pay attention to the following points: · Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. · Keep the battery pack away from fire. · Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. · Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack. · Do not short-circuit the battery pack. · Keep the battery pack away from children. · Do not put the battery pack in trash that is disposed of in landfills. When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards. 10 Chapter 2. If you want to activate VeriFace for the first time, click the VeriFace icon on the desktop to register your facial image. Notes: · The face registration and verification works best in an environment with steady and even light. · You can determine whether to use this function when you log on the system. For more details on VeriFace, see the software help. 18 Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your computer from being used by others. Once you set a password and enable it, a prompt appears on the screen each time you power on the computer. The computer cannot be used unless you enter the correct password. Note: This password can be from one to seven alphanumeric characters in any combination. For details about how to set the password, see the Help to the right of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: To enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up. 19 Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment. You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways: Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect. Wireless network technology: connect without wiring. Wired connection ----------------------------------------------------------------------------Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet. Cable DSL Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV line. DSL is a family of related technologies that bring highspeed network access to homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines. 20 Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Hardware connection: Cable TV cable DSL Telephone line Splitter * Cable modem * * DSL modem * Splitter * * S205s S205s * * Not supplied. * Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary. Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer. 21 Chapter 3. [. . . ] The exact available hard disk space depends on the file size of the mirror image file (based on the size of operating system and preinstalled software). Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey Recovery system Icon on the desktop to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Within the program, you can back up the system partition on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by creating recovery discs. Notes: · The backup process and creation of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery pack to your computer. · After the recovery discs are burned, please number them so that you can use them in the correct order. · Computers without an integrated optical drive support the creation of recovery discs; however an appropriate external optical drive is needed to physically create the recovery discs. For more instructions, see the Help file of Lenovo OneKey Recovery. 27 Chapter 4. [. . . ]