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...explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be reproduced...any other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty Statement. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE ...
...explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be reproduced...any other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty Statement. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE ...
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... Getting started 22 Charge your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touchpad 24 Using the touchpad 24 Using the keyboard 29 Function keys 29 Function keys for ASUS Apps 30 Windows®8 keys 30 Keyboard as Numeric Keypad ...(on selected models 30 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 32 Windows® 8 lock screen 32 Windows® UI...33 Start screen...33 Windows® Apps 33 Hotspots...34 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Getting started 22 Charge your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touchpad 24 Using the touchpad 24 Using the keyboard 29 Function keys 29 Function keys for ASUS Apps 30 Windows®8 keys 30 Keyboard as Numeric Keypad ...(on selected models 30 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 32 Windows® 8 lock screen 32 Windows® UI...33 Start screen...33 Windows® Apps 33 Hotspots...34 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to wired networks 51 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 51 Configuring a static IP network connection 55 Turning your Notebook PC off 56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 56 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 58 LifeFrame...58 Power4Gear Hybrid 60 Instant On...61 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on... BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS ...64 Accessing BIOS 64 BIOS Settings...65 Troubleshoot...72 Refresh your PC 72 Reset your PC...73 Advanced options 74 Notebook PC E-Manual
... to wired networks 51 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 51 Configuring a static IP network connection 55 Turning your Notebook PC off 56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 56 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 58 LifeFrame...58 Power4Gear Hybrid 60 Instant On...61 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on... BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS ...64 Accessing BIOS 64 BIOS Settings...65 Troubleshoot...72 Refresh your PC 72 Reset your PC...73 Advanced options 74 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... 91 REACH ...91 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 91 Optical Drive Safety Information 93 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 93 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 94 ENERGY STAR complied product 95 European Union Eco-label 96 Prevention of Hearing Loss 96 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
... 91 REACH ...91 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 91 Optical Drive Safety Information 93 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 93 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 94 ENERGY STAR complied product 95 European Union Eco-label 96 Prevention of Hearing Loss 96 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
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...: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of 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 using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows...
...: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of 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 using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows...
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... as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be selected... E-Manual This message contains important information that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that you can help complete tasks. WARNING! Italic = This indicates sections that ...
... as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be selected... E-Manual This message contains important information that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that you can help complete tasks. WARNING! Italic = This indicates sections that ...
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...between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Do not place your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that must be used in environments with your Notebook PC. You can be used and restrictions that can reduce air circulation. Do not leave ...your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual While powered on, ensure that your Notebook PC with this rating. Contact your airline...
...between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Do not place your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that must be used in environments with your Notebook PC. You can be used and restrictions that can reduce air circulation. Do not leave ...your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual While powered on, ensure that your Notebook PC with this rating. Contact your airline...
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...cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or... other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning ...
...cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or... other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning ...
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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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. 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 Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. 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 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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... files on or off. Microphone The built-in microphone can also use the function keys, allows quick access to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to use the power button ... using touch gestures. You can be used for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC to put your Notebook PC. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features ...
... files on or off. Microphone The built-in microphone can also use the function keys, allows quick access to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to use the power button ... using touch gestures. You can be used for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC to put your Notebook PC. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features ...
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NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for details: 14 Notebook PC E-Manual Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of multi-gestures to the following table for the touchpad section in ... to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the 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. It also simulates the functions of the battery's charge status...
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for details: 14 Notebook PC E-Manual Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of multi-gestures to the following table for the touchpad section in ... to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the 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. It also simulates the functions of the battery's charge status...
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...is between 10% to a power source and charging its battery. Color Solid Green Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is plugged to 100%. Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. ...Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%.
...is between 10% to a power source and charging its battery. Color Solid Green Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is plugged to 100%. Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. ...Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%.
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When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
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.... WARNING! Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. Spring battery lock The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the.... Air vents The air vents allow you to a power source. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. The audio features of the air vents or else overheating may occur...
.... WARNING! Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. Spring battery lock The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the.... Air vents The air vents allow you to a power source. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. The audio features of the air vents or else overheating may occur...
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..., cameras and printers. Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a local area network (LAN). 18 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use this port to connect to amplified speakers or headphones. Headphone output/microphone ...input combo jack port This port allows you to secure your Notebook PC to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to an external microphone. ...
..., cameras and printers. Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a local area network (LAN). 18 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use this port to connect to amplified speakers or headphones. Headphone output/microphone ...input combo jack port This port allows you to secure your Notebook PC to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to an external microphone. ...
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... to an external display. The adapter may become warm to USB 2.0. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Do not cover the adapter and keep it is backward compatible to hot while in use. WARNING! USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial ...Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is connected to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to a power source.
... to an external display. The adapter may become warm to USB 2.0. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Do not cover the adapter and keep it is backward compatible to hot while in use. WARNING! USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial ...Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is connected to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to a power source.
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WARNING! HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
WARNING! HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual