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...not be registered trademarks or copyrights of each product. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ...this Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to ASUS' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. OR (3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC ...
...not be registered trademarks or copyrights of each product. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ...this Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to ASUS' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. OR (3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC ...
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... 26 Charge your Notebook PC 27 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touchpad 29 Moving the pointer 29 One-finger gestures 30 Two-finger gestures 32 Three-finger gestures 33 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys 34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35... Windows®8 keys 35 Multimedia control keys 36 Numeric keypad 36 Using the optical drive 37 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 26 Charge your Notebook PC 27 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touchpad 29 Moving the pointer 29 One-finger gestures 30 Two-finger gestures 32 Three-finger gestures 33 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys 34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35... Windows®8 keys 35 Multimedia control keys 36 Numeric keypad 36 Using the optical drive 37 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Bluetooth ...56 Airplane mode 58 Connecting to wired networks 59 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 59 Configuring a static IP network connection 63 Turning your Notebook PC off 64 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 64 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 66 LifeFrame...66 Power4Gear Hybrid 68 USB Charger 69 Instant On...71...
... Bluetooth ...56 Airplane mode 58 Connecting to wired networks 59 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 59 Configuring a static IP network connection 63 Turning your Notebook PC off 64 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 64 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 66 LifeFrame...66 Power4Gear Hybrid 68 USB Charger 69 Instant On...71...
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... 74 BIOS ...74 Accessing BIOS 74 BIOS Settings...75 Troubleshoot...83 Refresh your PC 83 Reset your PC...84 Advanced options 85 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module 88 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD 92 Installing a new battery pack 98 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information......111 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada 111 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 112 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 112 UL Safety Notices 114 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 74 BIOS ...74 Accessing BIOS 74 BIOS Settings...75 Troubleshoot...83 Refresh your PC 83 Reset your PC...84 Advanced options 85 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module 88 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD 92 Installing a new battery pack 98 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information......111 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada 111 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 112 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 112 UL Safety Notices 114 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Power Safety Requirement 115 TV Tuner Notices 115 REACH ...115 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 115 Optical Drive Safety Information 117 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 117 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 118 ENERGY STAR complied product 119 European Union Eco-label 120 Prevention of Hearing Loss 120 Coating Notice 120 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 121 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 121 Regional notice for Singapore 121 Notebook PC E-Manual
Power Safety Requirement 115 TV Tuner Notices 115 REACH ...115 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 115 Optical Drive Safety Information 117 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 117 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 118 ENERGY STAR complied product 119 European Union Eco-label 120 Prevention of Hearing Loss 120 Coating Notice 120 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 121 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 121 Regional notice for Singapore 121 Notebook PC E-Manual
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...: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of...
...: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of...
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...contains additional information and tips that you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Italic = This indicates sections that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. This message contains vital information that must be selected.... Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent...
...contains additional information and tips that you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Italic = This indicates sections that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. This message contains vital information that must be selected.... Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent...
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...that can reduce air circulation. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your lap or near any ... them to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°...
...that can reduce air circulation. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your lap or near any ... them to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your body to magnetic detectors and wands. 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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...not place objects on or near your Notebook PC 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. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields.... Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene...
...not place objects on or near your Notebook PC 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. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields.... Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene...
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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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling.
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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling.
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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. 14 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. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual The top view may vary per region or country.
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...glasses while playing 3D video games or watching 3D movies. Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC on selected models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to the Numeric keypad section in microphone can also use the ...power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. Display panel This display panel provides excellent viewing features for...
...glasses while playing 3D video games or watching 3D movies. Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC on selected models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to the Numeric keypad section in microphone can also use the ...power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. Display panel This display panel provides excellent viewing features for...
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...'s keyboard. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in sleep mode 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: • The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. • Some selected models come with a comfortable travel depth for typing... to use of multi-gestures to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a backlit keyboard. It...
...'s keyboard. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in sleep mode 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: • The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. • Some selected models come with a comfortable travel depth for typing... to use of multi-gestures to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a backlit keyboard. It...
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... battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the keys on your keyboard for details: Color Status Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This ...indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is between 10% to the following table for numeric input. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Refer to 100%. Solid Orange The Notebook PC is plugged to use some of the battery's charge status. Number lock...
... battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the keys on your keyboard for details: Color Status Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This ...indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is between 10% to the following table for numeric input. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Refer to 100%. Solid Orange The Notebook PC is plugged to use some of the battery's charge status. Number lock...
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WARNING! IMPORTANT! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
WARNING! IMPORTANT! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
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... should be held in place once it is connected to exit the Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartments These compartments are reserved spaces for playing PC games or watching movies on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 When charged, the battery pack supplies power to increase... the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. Random-access memory module (RAM) compartment The RAM compartment allows you...
... should be held in place once it is connected to exit the Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartments These compartments are reserved spaces for playing PC games or watching movies on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 When charged, the battery pack supplies power to increase... the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. Random-access memory module (RAM) compartment The RAM compartment allows you...
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...you to a DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience high-resolution display features via Intel® Thunderbolt™ technology. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+ feature. Microphone input ...jack port The microphone input jack port is used even while your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. USB Charger+ allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Mini DisplayPort/Thunderbolt port (varies by model) Use a Thunderbolt adapter to...
...you to a DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience high-resolution display features via Intel® Thunderbolt™ technology. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+ feature. Microphone input ...jack port The microphone input jack port is used even while your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. USB Charger+ allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Mini DisplayPort/Thunderbolt port (varies by model) Use a Thunderbolt adapter to...
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... for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is connected to a power source. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. WARNING! HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. IMPORTANT! The adapter may become warm to a standard.... VGA port This port allows you to a local area network (LAN). LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to connect your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your...
... for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is connected to a power source. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. WARNING! HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. IMPORTANT! The adapter may become warm to a standard.... VGA port This port allows you to a local area network (LAN). LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to connect your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your...
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...3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to eject the optical drive tray. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to USB 2.0. This indicator also lights up when the optical drive electronic eject button... is pressed while the Notebook PC is currently reading data from or writing data to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Left Side Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security...
...3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to eject the optical drive tray. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to USB 2.0. This indicator also lights up when the optical drive electronic eject button... is pressed while the Notebook PC is currently reading data from or writing data to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Left Side Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security...