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... you are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual All Rights Reserved. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. or any means, except documentation kept by any other liability, you are entitled to...
... you are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual All Rights Reserved. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. or any means, except documentation kept by any other liability, you are entitled to...
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...your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS ...Apps 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
...your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS ...Apps 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to wired networks 54 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 54 Configuring a static IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on... BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
... to wired networks 54 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 54 Configuring a static IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on... BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Requirement 95 TV Tuner Notices 95 REACH ...95 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 95 Optical Drive Safety Information 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
... Requirement 95 TV Tuner Notices 95 REACH ...95 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 95 Optical Drive Safety Information 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
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... Windows® 8. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of 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...
... Windows® 8. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of 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...
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... must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! This message contains important information 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 can help complete tasks. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or...
... must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! This message contains important information 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 can help complete tasks. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or...
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... and ensure that you do not expose them to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on your lap or near any materials that can reduce air circulation. Refer to prevent discomfort or ... from heat exposure. While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place your body to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC on , ensure that your power adapter complies with your Notebook PC. Contact your airline provider to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not leave your...
... and ensure that you do not expose them to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on your lap or near any materials that can reduce air circulation. Refer to prevent discomfort or ... from heat exposure. While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place your body to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC on , ensure that your power adapter complies with your Notebook PC. Contact your airline provider to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not leave your...
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...cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals... Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on...
...cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals... Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on...
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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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. 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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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. 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
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You can be used for photos, videos, and other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing ... vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. WARNING! Microphone The built-in microphone can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is...
You can be used for photos, videos, and other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing ... vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. WARNING! Microphone The built-in microphone can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is...
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NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Battery power is less than 95%. Blinking Orange Battery power is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is in sleep mode 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 hardware status of the battery's charge status. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%.
Battery power is less than 95%. Blinking Orange Battery power is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is in sleep mode 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 hardware status of the battery's charge status. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%.
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Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is enabled.
Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is enabled.
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...can block the vents. Air vents The air vents allow you to exit the Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces ... of the air vents or else overheating may occur. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this... Notebook PC are software-controlled. The audio features of this Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! IMPORTANT! Audio speakers...
...can block the vents. Air vents The air vents allow you to exit the Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces ... of the air vents or else overheating may occur. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this... Notebook PC are software-controlled. The audio features of this Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! IMPORTANT! Audio speakers...
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...Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. Headphone output/...microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. You ...
...Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. Headphone output/...microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. You ...
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... this manual. WARNING! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your... Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source. Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled ...
... this manual. WARNING! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your... Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source. Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled ...
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..., pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. USB 2.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are backward compatible to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20...
..., pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. USB 2.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are backward compatible to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20...