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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
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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! Italic = This indicates the keys you safe while performing certain tasks and prevent damage to keep you should press on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains important information that must be used for completing a series... of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can be selected. WARNING! NOTE...
... IMPORTANT! Italic = This indicates the keys you safe while performing certain tasks and prevent damage to keep you should press on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains important information that must be used for completing a series... of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can be selected. WARNING! NOTE...
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... consists of these sign in options for your local account or Microsoft account depending on the settings you to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you customized in using your Notebook PC. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to sign in Step 4. If you do so, you can customize your account settings...
... consists of these sign in options for your local account or Microsoft account depending on the settings you to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you customized in using your Notebook PC. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to sign in Step 4. If you do so, you can customize your account settings...
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... Press the power button on the keyboard to the following steps: 1. Sign in to Windows® 8. 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 proceed. 3. Starting up . NOTE...: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your...
... Press the power button on the keyboard to the following steps: 1. Sign in to Windows® 8. 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 proceed. 3. Starting up . NOTE...: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your...
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It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in to your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in just one -stop hub for live tiles This group of 1024 x 768 pixels ... Microsoft account before they are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in to your Notebook PC. It also includes the following features that you can be customized to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. A screen...
It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in to your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in just one -stop hub for live tiles This group of 1024 x 768 pixels ... Microsoft account before they are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in to your Notebook PC. It also includes the following features that you can be customized to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. A screen...
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... activated using the touchpad. Hotspots on a launched app Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top side upper and lower right corner Action (1) Hover your Notebook PC.
... activated using the touchpad. Hotspots on a launched app Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top side upper and lower right corner Action (1) Hover your Notebook PC.
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... app from the Start screen using the following actions: To move an app, double-tap on the icon. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer on the top side of the screen to close it . Launching apps Position your...
... app from the Start screen using the following actions: To move an app, double-tap on the icon. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer on the top side of the screen to close it . Launching apps Position your...
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e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. 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.
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. 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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... launch the Charm bar. Use your screen. Move your mouse pointer on the right side of your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15...
... launch the Charm bar. Use your screen. Move your mouse pointer on the right side of your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15...
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Share This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Settings This tool allows you to share applications ... social networking sites or email. From the Start screen, you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Notebook PC. Start This tool reverts the display back to the Start screen. Devices This tool allows you can also use this ...app. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer.
Share This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Settings This tool allows you to share applications ... social networking sites or email. From the Start screen, you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Notebook PC. Start This tool reverts the display back to the Start screen. Devices This tool allows you can also use this ...app. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer.
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.... e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM A screen resolution of the display panel. Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Click on an app to... Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your display into two. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your Notebook PC. to launch it. 2. Launch an app then press the Windows key + .
.... e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM A screen resolution of the display panel. Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Click on an app to... Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your display into two. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your Notebook PC. to launch it. 2. Launch an app then press the Windows key + .
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.... 2. NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications ...via social networking sites using the following steps: 1. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Press fn + f2. Click Settings then click on the icon. 3. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/...
.... 2. NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications ...via social networking sites using the following steps: 1. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Press fn + f2. Click Settings then click on the icon. 3. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/...
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... a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for you to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode ...disables all wireless connectivity. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases 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 off...
... a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for you to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode ...disables all wireless connectivity. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases 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 off...
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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. Function keys for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM
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Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame 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 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.
Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame 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 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.
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Game This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. Voice Recorder Use this function to take videos through your webcam. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. Camcorder 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. Voice Recorder Use this function to take videos through your webcam. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. Camcorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam.
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NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes. 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 Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear.
NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes. 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 Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear.
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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. 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. 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
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. 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. 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
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...mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge ...port. This also allows you to charge devices while your Notebook PC is running on battery power. WARNING: If your Notebook PC is available in battery mode. 26 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 26 8/13/...
...mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge ...port. This also allows you to charge devices while your Notebook PC is running on battery power. WARNING: If your Notebook PC is available in battery mode. 26 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 26 8/13/...