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... omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty Statement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may arise where because of a default on which... ASUS, its reseller. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME ...
... omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty Statement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may arise where because of a default on which... ASUS, its reseller. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME ...
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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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... of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use...statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with ...
... of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use...statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with ...
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NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains important information that you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that must be selected. Typography Bold = ...that must be followed to keep you 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 followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! Conventions used in this manual To ...
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains important information that you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that must be selected. Typography Bold = ...that must be followed to keep you 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 followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! Conventions used in this manual To ...
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...°F) and 35°C (95°F). Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used and restrictions that can reduce air circulation. Notebook PC E-Manual You can be followed when using your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. While powered on conveyor belts... that your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on , ensure that you do not expose them to prevent discomfort or injury...
...°F) and 35°C (95°F). Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used and restrictions that can reduce air circulation. Notebook PC E-Manual You can be followed when using your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. While powered on conveyor belts... that your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on , ensure that you do not expose them to prevent discomfort or injury...
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.... Do not use your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or... electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened...
.... Do not use your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or... electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened...
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This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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.
This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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.
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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. 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
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...in this manual. NOTE: The display resolution may vary depending on selected models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to turn your Notebook PC on your 3D glasses while playing 3D video games or watching 3D movies. Power button Press the power button to your...excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. 3D Vision IR port (on Notebook PC model. NOTE: For more details, refer to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. You can be...
...in this manual. NOTE: The display resolution may vary depending on selected models) The 3D Vision IR port transmits 3D Vision signals to turn your Notebook PC on your 3D glasses while playing 3D video games or watching 3D movies. Power button Press the power button to your...excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. 3D Vision IR port (on Notebook PC model. NOTE: For more details, refer to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. You can be...
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Using capital lock allows you to use of a regular mouse. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC's keyboard. NOTE: • The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. • Some selected models come with a comfortable travel depth...indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in sleep mode 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to ...
Using capital lock allows you to use of a regular mouse. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC's keyboard. NOTE: • The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. • Some selected models come with a comfortable travel depth...indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in sleep mode 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to ...
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...running on battery mode and the battery power is plugged to use some of the battery's charge status. Solid Orange The Notebook PC is less than 95%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Refer to the following table for numeric input. This allows you to a power source, charging its ...battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of ...
...running on battery mode and the battery power is plugged to use some of the battery's charge status. Solid Orange The Notebook PC is less than 95%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Refer to the following table for numeric input. This allows you to a power source, charging its ...battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of ...
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IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
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...of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. WARNING! Subwoofer The subwoofer speaker produces low-pitched audio frequencies for fuller and richer bass sounds suited for the hard disk drives... The RAM compartment allows you to add RAM memory modules to a power source. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to exit the Notebook PC. Spring battery lock The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Battery pack ...
...of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. WARNING! Subwoofer The subwoofer speaker produces low-pitched audio frequencies for fuller and richer bass sounds suited for the hard disk drives... The RAM compartment allows you to add RAM memory modules to a power source. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to exit the Notebook PC. Spring battery lock The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Battery pack ...
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...to a DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience high-resolution display features via Intel® Thunderbolt™ technology. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual You can be used to an external microphone. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes... output and S/PDIF output combo jack port This port allows you to quick charge mobile devices and can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) compliant devices. USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of ...
...to a DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience high-resolution display features via Intel® Thunderbolt™ technology. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual You can be used to an external microphone. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes... output and S/PDIF output combo jack port This port allows you to quick charge mobile devices and can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) compliant devices. USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of ...
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VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as monitors or projectors. ... DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. The adapter may become warm to a local area network (LAN). Notebook PC E-Manual 21 WARNING! HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is connected...
VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as monitors or projectors. ... DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. The adapter may become warm to a local area network (LAN). Notebook PC E-Manual 21 WARNING! HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is connected...
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...compatible to a disc. Left Side Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to eject the optical drive tray. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up when the optical drive is powered ... indicator This indicator lights up when the optical drive electronic eject button is pressed while the Notebook PC is currently reading data from or writing data to USB 2.0. Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, ...
...compatible to a disc. Left Side Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to eject the optical drive tray. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up when the optical drive is powered ... indicator This indicator lights up when the optical drive electronic eject button is pressed while the Notebook PC is currently reading data from or writing data to USB 2.0. Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, ...