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...and damage to real property and tangible personal property; SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE... IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES...
...and damage to real property and tangible personal property; SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE... IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES...
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...Connecting external devices (on selected models 19 External display...19 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...22 Charge your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 24 Press the power button 24... Gestures for the touch screen* and touchpad 25 Using the touch screen 25 Using the touchpad...27 Using the keyboard 33 Function keys...33 Function keys for ASUS... Apps 34 Windows®8 keys...35 Multimedia control keys 35 Notebook PC E-Manual
...Connecting external devices (on selected models 19 External display...19 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...22 Charge your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 24 Press the power button 24... Gestures for the touch screen* and touchpad 25 Using the touch screen 25 Using the touchpad...27 Using the keyboard 33 Function keys...33 Function keys for ASUS... Apps 34 Windows®8 keys...35 Multimedia control keys 35 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Airplane mode...60 Connecting to wired networks 61 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 61 Configuring a static IP network connection 63 Turning your Notebook PC off 64 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 64 Chapter 4: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 66 Using POST to access BIOS...
... Airplane mode...60 Connecting to wired networks 61 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 61 Configuring a static IP network connection 63 Turning your Notebook PC off 64 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 64 Chapter 4: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 66 Using POST to access BIOS...
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Useful tips for your Notebook PC 82 Hardware FAQs...83 Software FAQs...86 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 90 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models ... Product Notice 103 Prevention of Hearing Loss 103 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 104 Optical Drive Safety Information 105 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 106 ENERGY STAR complied product 108 European Union Eco-label 108 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 109...
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Useful tips for your Notebook PC 82 Hardware FAQs...83 Software FAQs...86 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 90 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models ... Product Notice 103 Prevention of Hearing Loss 103 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 104 Optical Drive Safety Information 105 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 106 ENERGY STAR complied product 108 European Union Eco-label 108 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 109...
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... Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to for your Notebook PC. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) This section shows hardware and software FAQs you can refer... to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware...
... Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to for your Notebook PC. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) This section shows hardware and software FAQs you can refer... to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware...
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... NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. This message contains important information that must be followed to complete a task. Icons The icons below indicate...performing tasks and prevent damage to in this manual. This message contains vital information that must be followed to keep you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchscreen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in...
... NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. This message contains important information that must be followed to complete a task. Icons The icons below indicate...performing tasks and prevent damage to in this manual. This message contains vital information that must be followed to keep you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchscreen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in...
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... send your power adapter complies with this rating. Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Contact your airline provider to prevent discomfort or...place your body to learn about related inflight services that you do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that can be used and restrictions that must be used on items placed on conveyor belts),...
... send your power adapter complies with this rating. Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Contact your airline provider to prevent discomfort or...place your body to learn about related inflight services that you do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that can be used and restrictions that must be used on items placed on conveyor belts),...
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...thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 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 nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not place ...
...thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 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 nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not place ...
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The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling.
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The top view may vary per region or country. Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 Notebook PC E-Manual
The top view may vary per region or country. Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... you to take pictures or record videos using touch screen gestures. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on Notebook PC model. Light sensor The light sensor measures the amount of ambient light and changes the illumination of the air vents to prevent overheating.... * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Microphone The built-in camera allows you to exit from your Notebook PC. NOTE: The display resolution may vary depending on your Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter...
... you to take pictures or record videos using touch screen gestures. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on Notebook PC model. Light sensor The light sensor measures the amount of ambient light and changes the illumination of the air vents to prevent overheating.... * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Microphone The built-in camera allows you to exit from your Notebook PC. NOTE: The display resolution may vary depending on your Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter...
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... or territory. • Some selected models come with a comfortable travel depth for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC on or off. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use the function keys, allows quick access to turn your... or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. It also enables you to use the power button to put your Notebook PC to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a backlit keyboard. Power button ...
... or territory. • Some selected models come with a comfortable travel depth for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC on or off. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use the function keys, allows quick access to turn your... or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. It also enables you to use the power button to put your Notebook PC to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a backlit keyboard. Power button ...
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... can block the vents. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on your model. IMPORTANT! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm ...-fi sound quality, with richer bass sounds, straight from the built-in use or while charging the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Audio speakers This Notebook PC uses SonicMaster technology developed in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen ICEPower® to hot while in audio speakers. WARNING...
... can block the vents. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on your model. IMPORTANT! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm ...-fi sound quality, with richer bass sounds, straight from the built-in use or while charging the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Audio speakers This Notebook PC uses SonicMaster technology developed in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen ICEPower® to hot while in audio speakers. WARNING...
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...support DP++ (Dual-mode DisplayPort) functions. Right Side 12 3 4 5 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is HDCP compliant for a micro High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is in sleep mode. USB 3.0 port ... Charger+ feature. Mini DisplayPort Use this port to connect your Notebook PC to quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Micro HDMI port This port is for HD DVD...
...support DP++ (Dual-mode DisplayPort) functions. Right Side 12 3 4 5 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is HDCP compliant for a micro High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is in sleep mode. USB 3.0 port ... Charger+ feature. Mini DisplayPort Use this port to connect your Notebook PC to quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Micro HDMI port This port is for HD DVD...
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IMPORTANT! WARNING! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to hot while in use. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The adapter may become warm to your Notebook PC. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is connected to your Notebook PC. Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to a power source.
IMPORTANT! WARNING! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to hot while in use. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The adapter may become warm to your Notebook PC. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is connected to your Notebook PC. Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to a power source.
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Headphone output port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Left Side 12 3 USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to amplified speakers or headphones.
Headphone output port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Left Side 12 3 USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to amplified speakers or headphones.
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Mini Display port Mini Display port to an external display. Connecting external devices (on selected models) External display Use the bundled Mini Display port to VGA adapter to connect your Notebook PC to VGA VGA cable External display Notebook PC E-Manual 19
Mini Display port Mini Display port to an external display. Connecting external devices (on selected models) External display Use the bundled Mini Display port to VGA adapter to connect your Notebook PC to VGA VGA cable External display Notebook PC E-Manual 19
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B. Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in appearance, depending on models and your region. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Getting started Charge your Notebook PC's power (DC) input. Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in battery mode for the first time. A. Plug the AC power adapter into your Notebook PC.
B. Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in appearance, depending on models and your region. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Getting started Charge your Notebook PC's power (DC) input. Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in battery mode for the first time. A. Plug the AC power adapter into your Notebook PC.