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... Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to 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 PC E-Manual
... Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to 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 PC E-Manual
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... Start screen...47 Windows® Apps...47 Hotspots...48 Working with Windows® apps 51 Launching apps...51 Customizing apps...51 Closing apps...52 Accessing the Apps screen 53 Charms bar...55 Snap feature...57 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook...
... Start screen...47 Windows® Apps...47 Hotspots...48 Working with Windows® apps 51 Launching apps...51 Customizing apps...51 Closing apps...52 Accessing the Apps screen 53 Charms bar...55 Snap feature...57 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook...
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... 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 Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
... 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 Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
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Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 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...
Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 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...
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... near your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents ...Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
... near your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents ...Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
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Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as pointer...
Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as pointer...
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... function is activated. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal...
... function is activated. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal...
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... air to enter and warm air to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The manual battery lock is used to exit the Notebook PC. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This...
... air to enter and warm air to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The manual battery lock is used to exit the Notebook PC. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39
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... with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as audios and videos, when played in the Start screen, press this key to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. Press this key to go back to next track or fast forward 41 If you opened. Windows®8 keys There are already in your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below .
... with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as audios and videos, when played in the Start screen, press this key to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. Press this key to go back to next track or fast forward 41 If you opened. Windows®8 keys There are already in your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below .
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... secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Watch this to guide you start your Notebook PC for using Windows then click Accept. 4. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for the first time: 1. Press the power button on your Windows® 8 operating system. To start your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system.
... secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Watch this to guide you start your Notebook PC for using Windows then click Accept. 4. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for the first time: 1. Press the power button on your Windows® 8 operating system. To start your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system.
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The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual To launch LifeFrame Press . 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 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app.
The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual To launch LifeFrame Press . 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 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app.
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... troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC then press during system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. We strongly recommend that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. BIOS The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that controls...
... troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC then press during system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. We strongly recommend that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. BIOS The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that controls...
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... Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. 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 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 BIOS Settings...
... Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. 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 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 BIOS Settings...
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... 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. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
... 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. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control the access to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. The password length must be entered to 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...
... install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control the access to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. The password length must be entered to 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...
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... be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock or unlock ports and devices. To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility...
... be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock or unlock ports and devices. To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility...
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...Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Aptio Setup Utility...
...Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing 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 a flash disk drive. 3. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2. From the BIOS menu...
... Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing 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 a flash disk drive. 3. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2. From the BIOS menu...
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... spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Decreased energy consumption during use of the use and stand-by default. Reduction of natural resources by encouraging recycling. 5. For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual...
... spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Decreased energy consumption during use of the use and stand-by default. Reduction of natural resources by encouraging recycling. 5. For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual...