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E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
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... the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your...
... the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your...
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... important information that must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you should press on your... along, you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item...
... important information that must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you should press on your... along, you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item...
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... during the setup process. If you do so, you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in using your local account or Microsoft account depending on the...
... during the setup process. If you do so, you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in using your local account or Microsoft account depending on the...
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...steps: 1. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to Windows® 8. The ...Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM Starting up . Press the power button on the keyboard to proceed. 3. Click on...
...steps: 1. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to Windows® 8. The ...Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM Starting up . Press the power button on the keyboard to proceed. 3. Click on...
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... are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your Notebook PC. A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to organize and easily access Windows® apps...
... are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your Notebook PC. A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to organize and easily access Windows® apps...
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... 8/13/12 2:47:56 PM Drag then drop the app to a hand icon. Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to a new location. Hover your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad.
... 8/13/12 2:47:56 PM Drag then drop the app to a hand icon. Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to a new location. Hover your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad.
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... the app to activate its settings then click on the top side of the screen to a new location. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to browse through the apps. From the launched app's screen, press alt + f4. Move your mouse pointer over the app then...
... the app to activate its settings then click on the top side of the screen to a new location. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to browse through the apps. From the launched app's screen, press alt + f4. Move your mouse pointer over the app then...
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Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen.
Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen.
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.../12 2:48:01 PM Use your mouse pointer on the right side of your screen. Move your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar...
.../12 2:48:01 PM Use your mouse pointer on the right side of your screen. Move your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar...
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... can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app. Start This tool reverts the display back to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your... Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Devices This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Settings This tool allows...
... can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app. Start This tool reverts the display back to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your... Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Devices This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Settings This tool allows...
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Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC. Hover the mouse pointer on your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate the Snap bar. to activate Snap onscreen. 1. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to launch it. 2. IMPORTANT! e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd ...
Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC. Hover the mouse pointer on your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate the Snap bar. to activate Snap onscreen. 1. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to launch it. 2. IMPORTANT! e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd ...
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Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Press fn + f2. Click Settings then click on the icon. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/... then click on the icon. 3. The Airplane mode should be turned off to enable this mode off. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to disable this mode. 1. IMPORTANT! NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon.
Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Press fn + f2. Click Settings then click on the icon. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/... then click on the icon. 3. The Airplane mode should be turned off to enable this mode off. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to disable this mode. 1. IMPORTANT! NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon.
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... f9 launches the Touchpad app for you to enable or disable fn + f10 turns the speaker on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f5 decreases display brightness fn + f6 increases display brightness fn + f7 turns the display panel ...turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Function keys...
... f9 launches the Touchpad app for you to enable or disable fn + f10 turns the speaker on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f5 decreases display brightness fn + f6 increases display brightness fn + f7 turns the display panel ...turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Function keys...
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Function keys for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 22 for more details) fn + spacebar launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app (see page 24 for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps.
Function keys for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 22 for more details) fn + spacebar launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app (see page 24 for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps.
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Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame. NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. To launch LifeFrame Press fn + V Archive toolbar Action button Modes Capture Function settings Face Tracker Zoom in/out Review bar 22 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 22 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM 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 LifeFrame. NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. To launch LifeFrame Press fn + V Archive toolbar Action button Modes Capture Function settings Face Tracker Zoom in/out Review bar 22 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 22 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app.
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Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Voice Recorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. Game This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Voice Recorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. Game This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
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Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to enable/disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode. 24 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 24 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes.
Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to enable/disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode. 24 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 24 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes.
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Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on Settings.
Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on Settings.
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.... Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. This also allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your... ASUS Notebook PC is running on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. This feature can also be...
.... Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. This also allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your... ASUS Notebook PC is running on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. This feature can also be...