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... AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. This limit also applies to ASUS' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are entitled to recover...INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED ...
... AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. This limit also applies to ASUS' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are entitled to recover...INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED ...
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...your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS Apps... 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
...your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS Apps... 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Connecting to wired networks 54 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 54 Configuring a static IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self...
... Connecting to wired networks 54 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 54 Configuring a static IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self...
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... Requirement 95 TV Tuner Notices 95 REACH ...95 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 95 Optical Drive Safety Information 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and...
... Requirement 95 TV Tuner Notices 95 REACH ...95 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 95 Optical Drive Safety Information 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and...
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Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for selected Notebook PC models pre-installed with Windows® 8. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of...
Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for selected Notebook PC models pre-installed with Windows® 8. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of...
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... be followed to in this manual. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that you can refer to complete a task. Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you can help complete tasks. Icons The icons... below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains vital information that can use for completing ...
... be followed to in this manual. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that you can refer to complete a task. Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you can help complete tasks. Icons The icons... below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains vital information that can use for completing ...
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...prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not place your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Do not leave your Notebook PC on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that you do not expose them to the rating label... on your lap or near any materials that must be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°...
...prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not place your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Do not leave your Notebook PC on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that you do not expose them to the rating label... on your lap or near any materials that must be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°...
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... with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
... with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
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This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
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Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual The top view may vary per region or country.
Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual The top view may vary per region or country.
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... Camera The built-in use. WARNING! Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. Microphone The built-in microphone can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in ...camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files ...
... Camera The built-in use. WARNING! Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. Microphone The built-in microphone can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in ...camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files ...
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It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Blinking Orange Battery power is in sleep mode Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 95%. Battery power is between 95% and 100%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15
Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Blinking Orange Battery power is in sleep mode Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 95%. Battery power is between 95% and 100%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15
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Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated.
Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated.
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... that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. The audio features of this Notebook PC. When working on model. Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow cool air to enter and warm air to hot while in appearance... depending on your Notebook PC, do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. WARNING! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while...
... that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. The audio features of this Notebook PC. When working on model. Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow cool air to enter and warm air to hot while in appearance... depending on your Notebook PC, do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. WARNING! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while...
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...VGA-compatible device, such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. USB 2.0 port This Universal Serial Bus ...(USB 2.0) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your...
...VGA-compatible device, such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. USB 2.0 port This Universal Serial Bus ...(USB 2.0) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your...
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... 19 Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a power source. WARNING! Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from... your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it is connected to a local area network...
... 19 Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a power source. WARNING! Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from... your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it is connected to a local area network...
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USB 2.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are backward compatible to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 ports (on the USB port and device used. The actual transfer rate may differ depending on selected models) These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ...
USB 2.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are backward compatible to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 ports (on the USB port and device used. The actual transfer rate may differ depending on selected models) These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ...