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... 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started 20 Charge your Notebook PC 20 Lift to open the display panel 21 Press the power button 21 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...22 Using the touch screen (on selected models 22 Using the touchpad 24 Using the keyboard 29 Function keys 29 Function keys for ASUS Apps 30 Windows®8 keys 30 Multimedia control keys 31 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Notebook...
... 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started 20 Charge your Notebook PC 20 Lift to open the display panel 21 Press the power button 21 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...22 Using the touch screen (on selected models 22 Using the touchpad 24 Using the keyboard 29 Function keys 29 Function keys for ASUS Apps 30 Windows®8 keys 30 Multimedia control keys 31 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Notebook...
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... 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 Test (POST 68 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options...
... 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 Test (POST 68 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options...
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... expose your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. 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...
... expose your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. 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...
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... a regular mouse. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also enables you to use of...
... a regular mouse. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also enables you to use of...
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... than 95%. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on battery mode and the battery power is enabled. Solid Orange The Notebook PC is running on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is between 95% and 100%. Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is activated. Using capital lock allows you to a power source and the battery power is plugged to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. Refer...
... than 95%. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on battery mode and the battery power is enabled. Solid Orange The Notebook PC is running on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is between 95% and 100%. Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is activated. Using capital lock allows you to a power source and the battery power is plugged to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. Refer...
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The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Air vents The air vents allow you to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Audio speakers The built-in appearance depending on surfaces that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects...
The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Air vents The air vents allow you to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Audio speakers The built-in appearance depending on surfaces that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects...
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... hot while in use. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a local area network (LAN). LAN port Insert the network cable...
... hot while in use. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a local area network (LAN). LAN port Insert the network cable...
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... headphones. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that support SD card formats. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Left Side Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you...
... headphones. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that support SD card formats. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Left Side Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Notebook PC E-Manual 29 Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Notebook PC E-Manual 29 Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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... E-Manual Press this key to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used to launch ASUS apps. Launches the ASUS LifeFrame app Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Function keys...
... E-Manual Press this key to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used to launch ASUS apps. Launches the ASUS LifeFrame app Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Function keys...
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... time, a series of your Windows® 8 operating system. Press the power button on your Notebook PC. 3. From the setup screen, pick a language to use on your Notebook PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in conifguring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you start your Notebook PC's keyboard. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual To...
... time, a series of your Windows® 8 operating system. Press the power button on your Notebook PC. 3. From the setup screen, pick a language to use on your Notebook PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in conifguring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you start your Notebook PC's keyboard. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual To...
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The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. Using POST to most conditions of your Notebook PC then...
The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. Using POST to most conditions of your Notebook PC then...
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...Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Windows Boot Manager Disabled →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - CCooppyyrriigghhtt ((CC)) 22001112 AAmmeerriiccaann MMeeggaattrreennddss,, IInncc.. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Notebook PC E-Manual 69 Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver...
...Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Windows Boot Manager Disabled →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - CCooppyyrriigghhtt ((CC)) 22001112 AAmmeerriiccaann MMeeggaattrreennddss,, IInncc.. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Notebook PC E-Manual 69 Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver...
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... before entering BIOS. Set Administrator Password. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Re-type to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to set the password: 1. To set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED User Disabled [Disabled...
... before entering BIOS. Set Administrator Password. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Re-type to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to set the password: 1. To set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED User Disabled [Disabled...
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.... LAN Network Interface [UnLock] Wireless Network Interface [UnLock] HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock] SATA 2nd HDD Interface [UnLock] USB Interface Security LAN Network Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Select Lock. To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Select an interface you can access I /O Interface Security In the Security menu, you would like to lock or unlock some interface functions of your Notebook...
.... LAN Network Interface [UnLock] Wireless Network Interface [UnLock] HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock] SATA 2nd HDD Interface [UnLock] USB Interface Security LAN Network Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Select Lock. To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Select an interface you can access I /O Interface Security In the Security menu, you would like to lock or unlock some interface functions of your Notebook...
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...If LOCKED, all USB devices will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
...If LOCKED, all USB devices will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... previous steps to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED User Disabled [Disabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to set up a password-enabled access to boot or enter Setup. Type in a password then press...
... previous steps to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED User Disabled [Disabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to set up a password-enabled access to boot or enter Setup. Type in a password then press...
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Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Windows Boot Manager Launch EFI Shell from the ASUS website. 2. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from filesystem device →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Save & Exit To keep your Notebook PC then press...
Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Windows Boot Manager Launch EFI Shell from the ASUS website. 2. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from filesystem device →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Save & Exit To keep your Notebook PC then press...
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... > Restore Defaults to restore the system to select and update BIOS. Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then press . Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Main AdvAAappnttciieoo SSeeBttouuoppt UUttiiSlleiicttuyyri--tyCCooppyySrraiivggehhtt& ((ECCx))it22001121 AAmmeerriiccaann MMeeggaattrreennddss,, IInncc.. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] [Enabled] Press Enter to run the utility to its default settings. Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Intel AES-NI [Enabled] VT-d [Enabled] SATA Configuration...
... > Restore Defaults to restore the system to select and update BIOS. Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then press . Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Main AdvAAappnttciieoo SSeeBttouuoppt UUttiiSlleiicttuyyri--tyCCooppyySrraiivggehhtt& ((ECCx))it22001121 AAmmeerriiccaann MMeeggaattrreennddss,, IInncc.. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] [Enabled] Press Enter to run the utility to its default settings. Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] Intel AES-NI [Enabled] VT-d [Enabled] SATA Configuration...
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In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. You can also choose Select a system image if your account password then tap Continue. 7. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Type your system image is in case your Notebook PC stops working. Choose an account you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. Follow the succeeding steps to recover using a system image...
In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. You can also choose Select a system image if your account password then tap Continue. 7. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Type your system image is in case your Notebook PC stops working. Choose an account you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. Follow the succeeding steps to recover using a system image...