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... responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual or any means, except documentation kept by any other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for which you for loss, damages or claims based in ...LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ...
... responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual or any means, except documentation kept by any other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for which you for loss, damages or claims based in ...LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ...
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Table of Contents About this manual 6 Conventions used in this manual 7 Icons ...7 Typography...7 Safety precautions 8 Using your Notebook PC 8 Caring for your Notebook PC 9 Proper disposal 10 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC ...) 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...
Table of Contents About this manual 6 Conventions used in this manual 7 Icons ...7 Typography...7 Safety precautions 8 Using your Notebook PC 8 Caring for your Notebook PC 9 Proper disposal 10 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC ...) 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...
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.../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 Test (POST 68 Using... 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
.../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 Test (POST 68 Using... 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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...-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 101 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 101 Coating Notice 101 Notebook PC...
...-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 101 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 101 Coating Notice 101 Notebook PC...
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...chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for selected Notebook PC models pre-installed with Windows® 8. This manual provides information ...the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following information is only for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows ...
...chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for selected Notebook PC models pre-installed with Windows® 8. This manual provides information ...the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following information is only for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows ...
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...Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains important information that you can refer to in this manual. WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to complete a task. Italic = This indicates sections that must... or an item that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! Notebook PC...
...Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains important information that you can refer to in this manual. WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to complete a task. Italic = This indicates sections that must... or an item that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! Notebook PC...
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... you do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual Contact your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used on items placed on your lap or near any materials that must be followed...
... you do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual Contact your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used on items placed on your lap or near any materials that must be followed...
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... PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm...
... PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm...
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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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. 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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. 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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... from sleep or hibernate mode. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to turn your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Power button Press the power button to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on your Notebook...
... from sleep or hibernate mode. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to turn your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Power button Press the power button to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on your Notebook...
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It also enables you to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access 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 It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions.
It also enables you to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access 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 It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions.
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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%. 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.
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Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) 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's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives.
Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) 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's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives.
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..., cables, or other objects do not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Ensure that can get warm to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. WARNING! IMPORTANT!
..., cables, or other objects do not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Ensure that can get warm to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. WARNING! IMPORTANT!
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... and printers. USB 2.0 port This 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 VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single...
... and printers. USB 2.0 port This 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 VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Connecting to a local area ... your Notebook PC. The adapter may become warm to your Notebook PC. Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this manual.
Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Connecting to a local area ... your Notebook PC. The adapter may become warm to your Notebook PC. Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this manual.
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... 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 Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. The actual transfer rate may differ depending on selected...
... 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 Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. The actual transfer rate may differ depending on selected...