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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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...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. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that... must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains important information that can be followed to keep you should press on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. About this user guide, messages are presented as follows: Icons The icons...
...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. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that... must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains important information that can be followed to keep you should press on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. About this user guide, messages are presented as follows: Icons The icons...
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... in Step 4. If you choose to Connect to a wireless network later, you will only be prompted to sign in options for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. The setup process consists of the following: Step 1: Pick the language Step 2: License Agreement Step 3: Personalize Step 4: Wireless NOTE...: This step allows you to connect to a series of steps where you can enable both of these sign in using your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to create a local account during the setup process. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM ...
... in Step 4. If you choose to Connect to a wireless network later, you will only be prompted to sign in options for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. The setup process consists of the following: Step 1: Pick the language Step 2: License Agreement Step 3: Personalize Step 4: Wireless NOTE...: This step allows you to connect to a series of steps where you can enable both of these sign in using your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to create a local account during the setup process. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM ...
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... . 2. 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 the following steps: 1. 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 Press the power button on the keyboard to Windows® 8. Starting up .
... . 2. 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 the following steps: 1. 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 Press the power button on the keyboard to Windows® 8. Starting up .
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It helps organize all the programs and applications you can use while working on your Notebook PC. live tiles This group of applications can be customized to provide a one place. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (... you need in just one -stop hub for live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in/out button for work and play on your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. NOTE: Some...
It helps organize all the programs and applications you can use while working on your Notebook PC. live tiles This group of applications can be customized to provide a one place. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (... you need in just one -stop hub for live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in/out button for work and play on your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. NOTE: Some...
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... app. (2) If you launched more than one app, slide down to show all launched apps. Drag then drop the app to a new location. Hover your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad.
... app. (2) If you launched more than one app, slide down to show all launched apps. Drag then drop the app to a new location. Hover your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad.
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... app to the bottom of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. 2. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it . To resize...
... app to the bottom of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. 2. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it . To resize...
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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 The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon.
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 The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon.
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... you to launch the Charm bar. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Use your mouse pointer on the right side of your Notebook PC. Press Windows key + C. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. It consists of several tools that can be triggered... of white icons. Charm Bar Launching the Charm bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of the screen. Move your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your screen.
... you to launch the Charm bar. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Use your mouse pointer on the right side of your Notebook PC. Press Windows key + C. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. It consists of several tools that can be triggered... of white icons. Charm Bar Launching the Charm bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of the screen. Move your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your screen.
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... display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search 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 Share This tool allows you can...
... display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search 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 Share This tool allows you can...
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to use the Snap feature. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . Click on the top side of your display into two. A screen resolution of the display panel. .... 3. IMPORTANT! e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Hover the mouse pointer on...
to use the Snap feature. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . Click on the top side of your display into two. A screen resolution of the display panel. .... 3. IMPORTANT! e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Hover the mouse pointer on...
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Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Activate the Charm bar. 2. NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Press fn + ... on the icon. 3. The Airplane mode should be turned off . Click Settings then click on the icon. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. IMPORTANT!
Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Activate the Charm bar. 2. NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Press fn + ... on the icon. 3. The Airplane mode should be turned off . Click Settings then click on the icon. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. IMPORTANT!
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...turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. fn + f9 launches the Touchpad app for Notebook PC models with 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...
...turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. fn + f9 launches the Touchpad app for Notebook PC models with 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...
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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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NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame. 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
NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame. 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
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Game This function lets you use your webcam. Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. Voice Recorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your webcam. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your Notebook PC.
Game This function lets you use your webcam. Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. Voice Recorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your webcam. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your Notebook PC.
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Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. 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.
Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. 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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To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. 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 Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only.
To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. 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 Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only.
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... the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is available in battery mode. 26 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 26 8/13/12 2:48:12 PM USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge... mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on battery power. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your Notebook PC is on selected models). This feature can also be used even while your...
... the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is available in battery mode. 26 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 26 8/13/12 2:48:12 PM USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge... mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on battery power. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your Notebook PC is on selected models). This feature can also be used even while your...