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E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
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... 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 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 4 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
... 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 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 4 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
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... tasks or procedures on the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM This message contains important information that...
... tasks or procedures on the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM This message contains important information that...
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...; 8 To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to Windows® 8: Processor 1GHz or faster RAM 1GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) Hard disk space 16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) ...Graphics card Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver Screen resolution 1024 x 768 for Windows® apps 1366 x 768 for Snap feature NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http:// www...
...; 8 To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to Windows® 8: Processor 1GHz or faster RAM 1GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) Hard disk space 16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) ...Graphics card Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver Screen resolution 1024 x 768 for Windows® apps 1366 x 768 for Snap feature NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http:// www...
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...; 8 prompts you to sign in options for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account. Using Windows® 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to a series of these sign in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM The...
...; 8 prompts you to sign in options for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account. Using Windows® 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to a series of these sign in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM The...
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... Notebook PC . 2. Starting up . NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. Press the power button on the...
... Notebook PC . 2. Starting up . NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. Press the power button on the...
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... can use and share through network connections. NOTE: Some apps require signing in just one -stop hub for live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in to your user account. IMPORTANT! It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in to your... 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to run Windows® apps. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in...
... can use and share through network connections. NOTE: Some apps require signing in just one -stop hub for live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in to your user account. IMPORTANT! It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in to your... 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to run Windows® apps. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in...
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Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate its settings then click on the icon. Closing apps 1. Move your mouse pointer on ...
Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate its settings then click on the icon. Closing apps 1. Move your mouse pointer on ...
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The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon.
The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon.
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e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Press Windows key + C. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of your Notebook PC. Charm Bar Launching the ...
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Press Windows key + C. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of your Notebook PC. Charm Bar Launching the ...
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... top side of the display panel. Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to activate the Snap bar. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM IMPORTANT! The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Hover the...
... top side of the display panel. Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to activate the Snap bar. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM IMPORTANT! The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Hover the...
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Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM
Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM
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... to enable this option. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 29 29 8/13/12 2:48:14 PM Refer to the steps below to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Click Settings > Change PC Settings >General. 3. Remove everything and reinstall Windows Restoring your data before enabling this option: IMPORTANT! Under this option, click Get Started. 4.
... to enable this option. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 29 29 8/13/12 2:48:14 PM Refer to the steps below to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Click Settings > Change PC Settings >General. 3. Remove everything and reinstall Windows Restoring your data before enabling this option: IMPORTANT! Under this option, click Get Started. 4.
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Launch the Charm bar. 2. Select Shut Down from the desktop. 1. Shutting down your Notebook PC Shutting down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or from the drop-down from the desktop, press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. To shut down list then click OK. 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 30 8/13/12 2:48:17 PM Click Settings > Power > Shutdown.
Launch the Charm bar. 2. Select Shut Down from the desktop. 1. Shutting down your Notebook PC Shutting down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or from the drop-down from the desktop, press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. To shut down list then click OK. 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 30 8/13/12 2:48:17 PM Click Settings > Power > Shutdown.