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...; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; 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 the purchaser for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. E8290 First Edition May ...in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any other liability, you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and tangible personal property; In each product. This limit also...
...; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; 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 the purchaser for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. E8290 First Edition May ...in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any other liability, you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and tangible personal property; In each product. This limit also...
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... this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Front Side...23 Chapter... 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...
... this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Front Side...23 Chapter... 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...
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... 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 PC off 67 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 70 LifeFrame...70 Power4Gear Hybrid...72 Instant On...74...
... 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 PC off 67 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 70 LifeFrame...70 Power4Gear Hybrid...72 Instant On...74...
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... 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 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 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 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 105 Prevention of Hearing Loss 105 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 106 Optical Drive Safety Information 107 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 108 ENERGY STAR complied product 110 European Union Eco-label 110 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 111 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 111 Regional notice for Singapore 111 Notebook PC E-Manual
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 105 Prevention of Hearing Loss 105 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 106 Optical Drive Safety Information 107 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 108 ENERGY STAR complied product 110 European Union Eco-label 110 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 111 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 111 Regional notice for Singapore 111 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... how to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your...
... how to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your...
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...information that must be selected. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can help complete tasks. ...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. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to complete a task. This message contains important information that...
...information that must be selected. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can help complete tasks. ...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. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to complete a task. This message contains important information that...
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... other peripherals with this rating. 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 the bottom of your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Refer to the rating label... on , ensure that you do not expose them to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that must be used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces...
... other peripherals with this rating. 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 the bottom of your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Refer to the rating label... on , ensure that you do not expose them to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that must be used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces...
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... any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. 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 place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm ...
... any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. 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 place objects on or near your Notebook PC. 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 mercurycontaining button cell 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 battery should not be placed in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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. 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 battery should not be placed in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 13
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 13
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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. 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. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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...photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. You can be used 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 video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power ...in this manual. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Camera The built-in camera allows you...
...photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. You can be used 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 video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power ...in this manual. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Camera The built-in camera allows you...
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It also simulates the functions of your Notebook PC. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout ... The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of a regular mouse. 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 provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad...
It also simulates the functions of your Notebook PC. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout ... The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of a regular mouse. 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 provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad...
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Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is less than 10%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED ...provides a visual indication of the battery's charge status. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Refer to 100%. The...
Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is less than 10%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED ...provides a visual indication of the battery's charge status. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Refer to 100%. The...
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...allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on your keyboard for numeric input. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Number lock indicator* This indicator lights up when the number ...lock function is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is...
...allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on your keyboard for numeric input. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Number lock indicator* This indicator lights up when the number ...lock function is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is...
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... allow cool air to enter and warm air to hot while in appearance depending on model. WARNING! Ensure that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this... Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
... allow cool air to enter and warm air to hot while in appearance depending on model. WARNING! Ensure that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this... Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
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... drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this button to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive eject button Press this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical... drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . Right Side Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
... drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this button to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive eject button Press this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical... drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . Right Side Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
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... port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while... any of the air vents or else overheating may become warm to a power source. WARNING! WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 21 LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to exit the Notebook PC. The adapter may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm...
... port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while... any of the air vents or else overheating may become warm to a power source. WARNING! WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 21 LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to exit the Notebook PC. The adapter may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm...
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.../microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external display. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. HDMI port This port is for... printers. USB 3.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to an external microphone. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
.../microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external display. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. HDMI port This port is for... printers. USB 3.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to an external microphone. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
