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... companies, and are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual This limit also applies to ASUS' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are used only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe.... IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR...
... companies, and are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual This limit also applies to ASUS' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are used only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe.... IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR...
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... Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys...34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35 Windows®8 keys...36 Multimedia control keys (on selected models 36 ...Numeric keypad (on selected models 37 Using the optical drive 38 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 42 Windows® 8 lock screen 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys...34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35 Windows®8 keys...36 Multimedia control keys (on selected models 36 ...Numeric keypad (on selected models 37 Using the optical drive 38 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 42 Windows® 8 lock screen 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to wired networks 62 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 62 Configuring a static IP network connection 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 65 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 65 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 LifeFrame...68 Power4Gear Hybrid...70 Instant On...72 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on...
... to wired networks 62 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 62 Configuring a static IP network connection 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 65 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 65 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 LifeFrame...68 Power4Gear Hybrid...70 Instant On...72 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on...
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... Product Notice 103 Prevention of Hearing Loss 103 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 104 Optical Drive Safety Information 105 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 106 ENERGY STAR complied product 108 European Union Eco-label 108 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 109...
... Product Notice 103 Prevention of Hearing Loss 103 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 104 Optical Drive Safety Information 105 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 106 ENERGY STAR complied product 108 European Union Eco-label 108 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 109...
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... This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual About this manual This manual provides...
... This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual About this manual This manual provides...
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... must be selected. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your... Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows...
... must be selected. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your... Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows...
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...label on the bottom of your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that you do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. Safety precautions Using your... Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC. You can be used and restrictions that your body to prevent discomfort or ...
...label on the bottom of your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that you do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. Safety precautions Using your... Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC. You can be used and restrictions that your body to prevent discomfort or ...
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... such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent ...and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your...
... such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent ...and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your...
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This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste.
This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste.
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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. 12 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. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual The top view may vary per region or country.
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...can also use . Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Power button Press the power button to take pictures or... the power button for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera The built-in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to turn your...
...can also use . Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Power button Press the power button to take pictures or... the power button for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera The built-in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to turn your...
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.... NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more...
.... NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more...
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...a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the...battery power is between 95% and 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current ...
...a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the...battery power is between 95% and 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current ...
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... is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (...
... is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (...
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... vents or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and... warm air to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of the...
... vents or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and... warm air to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of the...
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Optical disc drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs (on selected models) These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side 17" model 15" model USB 2.0 ports (on selected models) recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
Optical disc drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs (on selected models) These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side 17" model 15" model USB 2.0 ports (on selected models) recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
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...does not work . IMPORTANT! WARNING! WARNING! Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this manual. The adapter may become warm to your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to hot while in use. NOTE: For more details, refer... to eject the drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not work . Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to the Using the optical drive section in this port...
...does not work . IMPORTANT! WARNING! WARNING! Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this manual. The adapter may become warm to your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to hot while in use. NOTE: For more details, refer... to eject the drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not work . Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to the Using the optical drive section in this port...
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Left Side 17" and 15" model Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. WARNING! HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for...or else overheating may occur. VGA port This port allows you to secure your Notebook PC to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and ...
Left Side 17" and 15" model Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. WARNING! HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for...or else overheating may occur. VGA port This port allows you to secure your Notebook PC to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and ...
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You can also use this port to connect to a local area network (LAN). USB 3.0 ports The Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to amplified speakers or headphones. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone.
You can also use this port to connect to a local area network (LAN). USB 3.0 ports The Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to amplified speakers or headphones. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone.