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... Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to open the display panel 31 Press the power button 31 Gestures for the touchpad 32 Using the keyboard 39 Function keys...39 Function keys for ASUS Apps 40 Windows®8 keys...41 Multimedia control keys (on selected models 41 Numeric keypad (on selected models 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to open the display panel 31 Press the power button 31 Gestures for the touchpad 32 Using the keyboard 39 Function keys...39 Function keys for ASUS Apps 40 Windows®8 keys...41 Multimedia control keys (on selected models 41 Numeric keypad (on selected models 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Start screen...47 Windows® Apps...47 Hotspots...48 Working with Windows® apps 51 Launching apps...51 Customizing apps...51 Closing apps...52 Accessing the Apps screen 53 Charms bar...55 Snap feature...57 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook...
... Start screen...47 Windows® Apps...47 Hotspots...48 Working with Windows® apps 51 Launching apps...51 Customizing apps...51 Closing apps...52 Accessing the Apps screen 53 Charms bar...55 Snap feature...57 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook...
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... 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 78 BIOS...78 Accessing BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random-access Memory module (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
... 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 78 BIOS...78 Accessing BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random-access Memory module (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
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... to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on...
... to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on...
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...for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC.... Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
...for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC.... Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this...
... toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this...
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...as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi...
...as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi...
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... is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to a power source. Spring battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of the...
... is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to a power source. Spring battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of the...
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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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 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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... models) The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. If you opened. Press in your Notebook PC, illustrated as below . Stop Notebook PC E-Manual...
... models) The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. If you opened. Press in your Notebook PC, illustrated as below . Stop Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... setup screen appears. 2. Watch this to your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. From the setup screen, pick a language to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Notebook PC. To start your computer for the first time, a series of screens...
... setup screen appears. 2. Watch this to your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. From the setup screen, pick a language to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Notebook PC. To start your computer for the first time, a series of screens...
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The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. To launch LifeFrame Press . Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.
The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. To launch LifeFrame Press . Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.
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... may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC then press during system bootup and requests you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to most conditions...
... may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC then press during system bootup and requests you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to most conditions...
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...Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. You may differ by model and territory. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens...
...Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. You may differ by model and territory. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens...
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... Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Press and select a device...
... Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Press and select a device...
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...control the access to boot or enter Setup. The password length must be entered to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. In Setup, the User will be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set...
...control the access to boot or enter Setup. The password length must be entered to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. In Setup, the User will be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set...
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... USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: Setting...
... USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: Setting...
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... entered to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set up the user password. To set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Type in a password then press . 3. Re-type...
... entered to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set up the user password. To set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Type in a password then press . 3. Re-type...
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Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →←...
Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →←...
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... the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreased energy consumption during use of natural resources by encouraging recycling. 5. Reduced solid waste through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detail information...
... the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreased energy consumption during use of natural resources by encouraging recycling. 5. Reduced solid waste through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detail information...