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    Disabling LED Status Indicators for Asus M50

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by flangemonkey, Jun 16, 2008.

  1. flangemonkey

    flangemonkey Notebook Geek

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    Hi,

    Is there a way to disable/customize the status indicator lights on the Asus M50?

    I'm getting sick of the bright lights that indicate power, wireless and even the flashing Storage access led and want to disable some if not all of them. Specifically when using the laptop in low light conditions.

    Thanks,
     
    flangemonkey, Jun 16, 2008
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  2. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    These kinds of functions are typically hard-coded into the BIOS, and cannot be changed unless you are willing to risk permanently crippling your computer. Try covering the lights with a piece of tape.
     
    Bog, Jun 16, 2008
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  3. flangemonkey

    flangemonkey Notebook Geek

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    yea,

    My usual trick is to use elec tape, but I'm hoping (wishful thinking) someone will have an alternative solution for this.
     
    flangemonkey, Jun 16, 2008
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