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... are entitled to real property and tangible personal property; SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. It is liable for no more than damages for or indemnify you are... collectively responsible. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES...
... are entitled to real property and tangible personal property; SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. It is liable for no more than damages for or indemnify you are... collectively responsible. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES...
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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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... Connecting 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 Self...
... Connecting 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 Self...
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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 and...
... 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 and...
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... the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8. About this manual NOTE: The following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following information is only for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual...
... the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8. About this manual NOTE: The following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following information is only for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual...
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Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are ... to in this manual. WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are ... to in this manual. WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be selected.
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...;C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can send your Notebook PC on the bottom of your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual While powered on your lap or near any materials that must be used and restrictions that can reduce air circulation. Contact...
...;C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can send your Notebook PC on the bottom of your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual While powered on your lap or near any materials that must be used and restrictions that can reduce air circulation. Contact...
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... warm water. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do ...not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any...
... warm water. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do ...not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any...
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Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. 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 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. 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 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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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...-in microphone can also use . Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on your Notebook PC on or off. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for...narrations, or simple audio recording. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to put your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. NOTE: Some models are equipped with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to take pictures or record videos using touch gestures...
...-in microphone can also use . Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on your Notebook PC on or off. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for...narrations, or simple audio recording. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to put your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. NOTE: Some models are equipped with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to take pictures or record videos using touch gestures...
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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. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. 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. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing.
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Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is less than 10%. Battery power is between 95% and 100%. Blinking Orange Battery power is in sleep mode Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 95%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15
Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is less than 10%. Battery power is between 95% and 100%. Blinking Orange Battery power is in sleep mode Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 95%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15
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Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing the internal storage drives.
Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing the internal storage drives.
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The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 17 When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of this Notebook PC. Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The battery pack cannot be... or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Ensure that can get warm to hear audio straight from the...
The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 17 When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of this Notebook PC. Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The battery pack cannot be... or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Ensure that can get warm to hear audio straight from the...
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Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. USB 2.0 port This...devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card ...
Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. USB 2.0 port This...devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card ...
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... only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 NOTE: For more details, refer to the Connecting to wired networks section in use. IMPORTANT! The adapter may become warm to hot while ...
... only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 NOTE: For more details, refer to the Connecting to wired networks section in use. IMPORTANT! The adapter may become warm to hot while ...
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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 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 ports (on the USB port and device used. Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ...
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 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 ports (on the USB port and device used. Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ...