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...EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.... ASUS will only be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by the...
...EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.... ASUS will only be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by the...
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... 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...
... 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...
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... IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook PC off 69 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 69 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72 LifeFrame...72 Power4Gear Hybrid...74 Instant On...76 Notebook PC E-Manual
... IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook PC off 69 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 69 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72 LifeFrame...72 Power4Gear Hybrid...74 Instant On...76 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 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 ...
Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 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 ...
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France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 118 UL Safety Notices...120 Power Safety Requirement 121 TV Notices...121 REACH...121 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 121 Prevention of Hearing Loss 121 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 122 Optical Drive Safety Information 123 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 124 ENERGY STAR complied product 126 European Union Eco-label 126 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 127 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 127 Regional notice for Singapore 127 Notebook PC E-Manual
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 118 UL Safety Notices...120 Power Safety Requirement 121 TV Notices...121 REACH...121 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 121 Prevention of Hearing Loss 121 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 122 Optical Drive Safety Information 123 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 124 ENERGY STAR complied product 126 European Union Eco-label 126 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 127 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 127 Regional notice for Singapore 127 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. 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 5: Power-on Self...
... POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. 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 5: Power-on Self...
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Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains important information that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to keep you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to complete a task. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can help complete tasks. This message contains vital information that you can use for completing a ...
Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains important information that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to keep you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to complete a task. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can help complete tasks. This message contains vital information that you can use for completing a ...
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Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). You can reduce air circulation. Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. While powered on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC in environments ...
Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). You can reduce air circulation. Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. While powered on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC in environments ...
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Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. 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 ...
Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. 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 ...
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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. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 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.
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. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 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.
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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. 15" model 14 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. 15" model 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC shuts down. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. Microphone (on or off. Power button Press the power button to take pictures or record ...
Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC shuts down. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. Microphone (on or off. Power button Press the power button to take pictures or record ...
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Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for numeric ...
Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for numeric ...
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The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is in sleep mode. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is plugged...
The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is in sleep mode. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is plugged...
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Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. 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. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. ...
Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. 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. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. ...
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The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. WARNING!
The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. WARNING!
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This lock should be held in place once it is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual When charged, the battery pack supplies power to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Random-access ...
This lock should be held in place once it is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual When charged, the battery pack supplies power to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Random-access ...
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Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port (on selected models) This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Notebook PC E-Manual 21
Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port (on selected models) This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Notebook PC E-Manual 21
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Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. WARNING!
Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. WARNING!