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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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... Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to change the settings of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook...
... Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to change the settings of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook...
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...Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC 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. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook...on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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 using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of...
...Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC 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. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook...on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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 using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of...
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... to use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user...
... to use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user...
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...Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using 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 number lock function is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook...
...Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using 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 number lock function is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook...
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... your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC is connected to a power source. This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules...
... your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC is connected to a power source. This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules...
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Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel 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 NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker 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 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 NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC.
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Multimedia control keys (on selected models) The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such as below : Press this key to go back to the Start screen. Stop Notebook PC E-Manual Skip to previous track or rewind Play or pause Skip to simulate the right-click functions. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as audios and videos, when played...
Multimedia control keys (on selected models) The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such as below : Press this key to go back to the Start screen. Stop Notebook PC E-Manual Skip to previous track or rewind Play or pause Skip to simulate the right-click functions. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as audios and videos, when played...
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... power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. To start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to use on your Notebook PC. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings...
... power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. To start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to use on your Notebook PC. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings...
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Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 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 . Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.
Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 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 . Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.
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... turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for more details. You may result to most conditions of your Notebook PC. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run when you change the default BIOS settings except in the following information for system startup in the Notebook...
... turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for more details. You may result to most conditions of your Notebook PC. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run when you change the default BIOS settings except in the following information for system startup in the Notebook...
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... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 79 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. BIOS Settings...
... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 79 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. BIOS Settings...
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... 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. 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. 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
... 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. 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. 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... 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. In Setup, the User will be prompted to input this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot...
... 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. In Setup, the User will be prompted to input this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot...
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...menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility...
...menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... must be entered to boot or enter Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. 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 ↑...
... must be entered to boot or enter Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. 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 ↑...
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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. Main AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt UtiSleictuyri-tyCopySraivgeht& (ECx)it2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download...
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. Main AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt UtiSleictuyri-tyCopySraivgeht& (ECx)it2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download...
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... Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual Limited use and stand-by default. 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. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by modes. 2.
... Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual Limited use and stand-by default. 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. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by modes. 2.