Asus A9Rp - Manual (Page 15)

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Shutdown Button (Emergency)
In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the shutdown button
can be pressed with a straightened paper clip to shutdown the Notebook PC.
Battery Lock - Spring
The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is in-
serted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in
the unlocked position.
Battery Lock - Manual
The manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move the manual lock to the
unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Move the manual lock to the locked
position after inserting the battery pack.
Memory (RAM) Compartment
The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional memory. Addi-
tional 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.
Central Processor Unit (CPU) Compartment
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.
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.
Flash Memory Slot
Normally a PCMCIA or USB memory card reader must be purchased separately in order
to use memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones,
and PDAs. This Notebook PC has a built-in memory card reader that can read many flash
memory cards as specified later in this manual. The built-in memory card reader is not
only convenient, but also faster than most other forms of memory card readers because
it utilizes the high-bandwidth PCI bus.