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... on the Start Screen 12 Accessing All Apps 13 Charm bar...15 Inside the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your Notebook PC...
... on the Start Screen 12 Accessing All Apps 13 Charm bar...15 Inside the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your Notebook PC...
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... access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. It also includes the following features that you need in /out button for live tiles This group of them represent a specific function that you to your user account. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to run Windows® apps. It helps organize all the programs and applications you can use while working on your Notebook...
... access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. It also includes the following features that you need in /out button for live tiles This group of them represent a specific function that you to your user account. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to run Windows® apps. It helps organize all the programs and applications you can use while working on your Notebook...
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... Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down fn + f12 turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f5 decreases display brightness fn + f6 increases display brightness fn + f7 turns the display panel off fn + f8 activates the second screen...
... Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down fn + f12 turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f5 decreases display brightness fn + f6 increases display brightness fn + f7 turns the display panel off fn + f8 activates the second screen...
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... charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on battery power. This feature can also be used even while your Notebook PC is on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook...
... charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on battery power. This feature can also be used even while your Notebook PC is on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook...
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... selected models 21 External DVD-RW drive (on selected models 22 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started 24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 25 Press the power button 25 Gestures for the touchpad 26 Moving the pointer 26 One-finger gestures 27 Two-finger gestures 29 Three-finger gestures 30 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS Apps 32 Windows®8 keys 32 Multimedia control keys...
... selected models 21 External DVD-RW drive (on selected models 22 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started 24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 25 Press the power button 25 Gestures for the touchpad 26 Moving the pointer 26 One-finger gestures 27 Two-finger gestures 29 Three-finger gestures 30 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS Apps 32 Windows®8 keys 32 Multimedia control keys...
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... mode 54 Connecting to wired networks 55 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 55 Configuring a static IP network connection 59 Turning your Notebook PC off 60 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 60 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 USB Charger 65 Instant On...67 Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) The Power-on Self-test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...
... mode 54 Connecting to wired networks 55 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 55 Configuring a static IP network connection 59 Turning your Notebook PC off 60 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 60 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 USB Charger 65 Instant On...67 Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) The Power-on Self-test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...
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.... Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few...
.... Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few...
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... keypad section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a backlit keyboard. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on selected models) The numeric keypad can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up...
... keypad section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a backlit keyboard. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on selected models) The numeric keypad can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up...
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... in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. Subwoofer jack port The subwoofer jack port is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Power indicator The power indicator lights up to 5 Gbit/s and is used to connect the subwoofer (optional) to your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Right Side Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as a monitor or projector, using a VGA cable. Mini VGA port...
... in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. Subwoofer jack port The subwoofer jack port is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Power indicator The power indicator lights up to 5 Gbit/s and is used to connect the subwoofer (optional) to your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Right Side Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as a monitor or projector, using a VGA cable. Mini VGA port...
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External DVD-RW drive (on the ASUS DVD-RW drive. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Connect the two USB Y-cable connectors to your Notebook PC. USB 3.0 ports To connect the external DVD-RW drive to your Notebook PC: A. Connect the mini USB connector to these disc formats. B. It also allows you to write and rewrite data to the mini USB port on selected models) The bundled external optical disc drive supports disc formats such as DVDs and CDs.
External DVD-RW drive (on the ASUS DVD-RW drive. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Connect the two USB Y-cable connectors to your Notebook PC. USB 3.0 ports To connect the external DVD-RW drive to your Notebook PC: A. Connect the mini USB connector to these disc formats. B. It also allows you to write and rewrite data to the mini USB port on selected models) The bundled external optical disc drive supports disc formats such as DVDs and CDs.
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on 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. (on selected models) Decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard (on selected models) Increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second ...
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on 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. (on selected models) Decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard (on selected models) Increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second ...
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... you opened. If you are two special Windows® keys on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up (on selected models) Toggles the ambient light sensor on your Notebook PC's keyboard used to launch ASUS apps. Press this key to the Start screen. Turns the speaker on or off Function keys for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used as...
... you opened. If you are two special Windows® keys on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up (on selected models) Toggles the ambient light sensor on your Notebook PC's keyboard used to launch ASUS apps. Press this key to the Start screen. Turns the speaker on or off Function keys for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used as...
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... basic settings of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC. 3. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Notebook PC. To start...
... basic settings of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC. 3. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Notebook PC. To start...
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... and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that requires further BIOS settings or updates. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. We strongly...
... and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that requires further BIOS settings or updates. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. We strongly...
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... Option #1. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit VVeerrssiioonn 22..1145..11221296.. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Launch CSM [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] Boot Option #1 Windows Boot Manager Disabled →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter...
... Option #1. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit VVeerrssiioonn 22..1145..11221296.. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Launch CSM [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch PXE OpROM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] Boot Option #1 Windows Boot Manager Disabled →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter...
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... rights. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. The password length must be prompted to input this only limits access to confirm the password then press . 72 Notebook PC E-Manual To set ,then this before entering 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 Setup Disabled [Disabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt.
... rights. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. The password length must be prompted to input this only limits access to confirm the password then press . 72 Notebook PC E-Manual To set ,then this before entering 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 Setup Disabled [Disabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt.
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... USB Interface [UnLock] If LOCKED, all USB devices will be disabled External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock [UnLock] USB [IUnNtLeOrCfKaEcDe] UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. NOTE: Setting the USB...
... USB Interface [UnLock] If LOCKED, all USB devices will be disabled External Ports Bluetooth CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock [UnLock] USB [IUnNtLeOrCfKaEcDe] UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. NOTE: Setting the USB...
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... Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password HDD User Pwd 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 Setup Disabled [Disabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Re-type to confirm the password then press . 4. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup...
... Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password HDD User Pwd 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 Setup Disabled [Disabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Re-type to confirm the password then press . 4. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup...
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... changes. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Windows Boot Manager (PO: Hitachi HTS545050A7E380) Launch EFI Shell from the ASUS website. 2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from filesystem device →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter...
... changes. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Windows Boot Manager (PO: Hitachi HTS545050A7E380) Launch EFI Shell from the ASUS website. 2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from filesystem device →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter...
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... [Enter]: Enter/Execute 7. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] [Enabled] Press Enter to run the utility to its default settings. Main AdvAAappnttciieoo SSeeBttouuoppt UUttiiSlleiicttuyyri--tyCCooppyySrraiivggehhtt& ((ECCx))it22001121 AAmmeerriiccaann MMeeggaattrreennddss,, IInncc.. Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then press . Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 6. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Defaults to restore the system to select and update BIOS. Power...
... [Enter]: Enter/Execute 7. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] [Enabled] Press Enter to run the utility to its default settings. Main AdvAAappnttciieoo SSeeBttouuoppt UUttiiSlleiicttuyyri--tyCCooppyySrraiivggehhtt& ((ECCx))it22001121 AAmmeerriiccaann MMeeggaattrreennddss,, IInncc.. Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then press . Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 6. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Defaults to restore the system to select and update BIOS. Power...