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... Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Front Side...23 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard 36 Function keys...36 Function keys for ASUS Apps 37 Windows®8 keys...38 Multimedia control keys 38 Numeric keypad*...39 Using the optical drive 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Front Side...23 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard 36 Function keys...36 Function keys for ASUS Apps 37 Windows®8 keys...38 Multimedia control keys 38 Numeric keypad*...39 Using the optical drive 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Start screen...45 Windows® Apps...45 Hotspots...46 Working with Windows® apps 49 Launching apps...49 Customizing apps...49 Closing apps...50 Accessing the Apps screen 51 Charms bar...53 Snap feature...55 Other keyboard shortcuts 57 Connecting to wireless networks 59 Wi-Fi...59 Bluetooth ...61 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 64 Configuring a static IP network connection 66 Turning your Notebook...
... Start screen...45 Windows® Apps...45 Hotspots...46 Working with Windows® apps 49 Launching apps...49 Customizing apps...49 Closing apps...50 Accessing the Apps screen 51 Charms bar...53 Snap feature...55 Other keyboard shortcuts 57 Connecting to wireless networks 59 Wi-Fi...59 Bluetooth ...61 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 64 Configuring a static IP network connection 66 Turning your Notebook...
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...Power-on Self Test (POST 76 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 76 BIOS...76 Accessing BIOS...76 BIOS Settings...77 Troubleshoot...87 Refresh your PC...87 Reset your PC...88 Advanced options...89 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 92 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 94 Internal Modem Compliancy 94 Overview...95 Network...à l'exposition aux ondes radio .... 101 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 102 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 102 UL Safety Notices...104 Power Safety Requirement 105 TV Notices...105 REACH...105...
...Power-on Self Test (POST 76 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 76 BIOS...76 Accessing BIOS...76 BIOS Settings...77 Troubleshoot...87 Refresh your PC...87 Reset your PC...88 Advanced options...89 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 92 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 94 Internal Modem Compliancy 94 Overview...95 Network...à l'exposition aux ondes radio .... 101 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 102 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 102 UL Safety Notices...104 Power Safety Requirement 105 TV Notices...105 REACH...105...
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... to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with 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 your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features...
... to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with 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 your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features...
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...Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use... strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth...
...Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use... strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth...
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... intuitive user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates the functions of a regular mouse. It also enables you to use 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 in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard...
... intuitive user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates the functions of a regular mouse. It also enables you to use 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 in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 27 Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do...
Notebook PC E-Manual 27 Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do...
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Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... the last app you opened. Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to simulate the right-click functions. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Multimedia control keys* The multimedia control keys allow you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. Stop Skip to...
... the last app you opened. Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to simulate the right-click functions. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Multimedia control keys* The multimedia control keys allow you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. Stop Skip to...
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... using Windows then click Accept. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in to guide you start your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Starting for the first time When you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8 operating system. Press the power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 44 Notebook PC E-Manual...
... using Windows then click Accept. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in to guide you start your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Starting for the first time When you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8 operating system. Press the power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 44 Notebook PC E-Manual...
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Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 70 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual To launch LifeFrame Press . Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.
Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 70 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual To launch LifeFrame Press . Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.
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... your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on...
... your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on...
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... order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS Settings...
... order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS Settings...
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Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : ...
Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : ...
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...'s password is set, then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Set Administrator Password. The password length...
...'s password is set, then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. If ONLY the user's password is set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Set Administrator Password. The password length...
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... USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To lock the USB interface: 1. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock or unlock ports and devices. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock then select Lock. Aptio Setup Utility - NOTE: Setting...
... USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To lock the USB interface: 1. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock or unlock ports and devices. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock then select Lock. Aptio Setup Utility - NOTE: Setting...
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... to set up the user password. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 83 To set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Type in a password then press . 3. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10...
... to set up the user password. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 83 To set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Type in a password then press . 3. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10...
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... Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download...
... Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download...
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... Notebook PC stops working. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual Choose an account you regularly backup your account password then tap Continue. 7. Type your system to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. NOTE: We strongly recommend that you would like to complete the system image recovery procedure. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. 4. In the Advanced options screen...
... Notebook PC stops working. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual Choose an account you regularly backup your account password then tap Continue. 7. Type your system to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. NOTE: We strongly recommend that you would like to complete the system image recovery procedure. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. 4. In the Advanced options screen...
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... for detail information on power management and its benefits to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity. Designed for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through takeback policy. Reduced solid waste through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Department of the U.S. Limited use of toxic heavy metals...
... for detail information on power management and its benefits to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity. Designed for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through takeback policy. Reduced solid waste through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Department of the U.S. Limited use of toxic heavy metals...