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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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... = This indicates the keys 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. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/...guide This user guide provides an overview of tasks or procedures on the keyboard. This message contains important information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. As you read along, you should press on your...
... = This indicates the keys 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. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/...guide This user guide provides an overview of tasks or procedures on the keyboard. This message contains important information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. As you read along, you should press on your...
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... only be prompted to create a local account during the setup process. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM 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 settings you customized in options for...
... only be prompted to create a local account during the setup process. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM 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 settings you customized in options for...
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... to the following steps: 1. Sign in to Windows® 8. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your Notebook PC . 2. Click on the touchpad or press any key on 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 local account or Microsoft account. 4. Starting up . 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.
... to the following steps: 1. Sign in to Windows® 8. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your Notebook PC . 2. Click on the touchpad or press any key on 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 local account or Microsoft account. 4. Starting up . 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.
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...This group of applications can be customized to provide a one place. Each of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to run Windows® apps. It helps organize all the programs and... applications you to your Notebook PC. A screen resolution of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections. IMPORTANT! It also includes...
...This group of applications can be customized to provide a one place. Each of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to run Windows® apps. It helps organize all the programs and... applications you to your Notebook PC. A screen resolution of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections. IMPORTANT! It also includes...
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... Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you to the Start screen. Hover your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad. Drag then drop the app to show all launched apps. Hotspots on a launched...
... Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you to the Start screen. Hover your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad. Drag then drop the app to show all launched apps. Hotspots on a launched...
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... from the Start screen, right-click on the app to activate its settings then click on the icon. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to close it . Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the launched app then wait for the pointer to...
... from the Start screen, right-click on the app to activate its settings then click on the icon. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to close it . Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the launched app then wait for the pointer to...
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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. 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.
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. 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.
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... appears as a set of white icons. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Move your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Press Windows key + C. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper...
... appears as a set of white icons. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Move your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Press Windows key + C. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper...
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...use this to revert back to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Devices This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to... your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Inside the Charm bar Search This tool...
...use this to revert back to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Devices This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to... your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Inside the Charm bar Search This tool...
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A screen resolution of your Notebook PC. Click on your screen. 3. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . to the right or left side of the display panel. Snap bar ... the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on an app to launch it. 2. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1.
A screen resolution of your Notebook PC. Click on your screen. 3. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . to the right or left side of the display panel. Snap bar ... the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on an app to launch it. 2. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1.
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... then click on the icon. NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. Activate the Charm bar. 2. Press fn + f2. Click Settings then click on the icon. 3. appears instead ....indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC using the following steps: 1. Slide the settings bar to the left to turn this mode off to disable this function.
... then click on the icon. NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. Activate the Charm bar. 2. Press fn + f2. Click Settings then click on the icon. 3. appears instead ....indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC using the following steps: 1. Slide the settings bar to the left to turn this mode off to disable this function.
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.... 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 fn + f8 activates ... volume down fn + f12 turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM 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...
.... 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 fn + f8 activates ... volume down fn + f12 turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM 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...
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fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps. 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. Function keys for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM
fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps. 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. 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. 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.
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. 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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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. Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
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. Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. 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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To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. 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 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 Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. 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 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.
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... to charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. This also allows 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 WARNING: If your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. ...Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. This feature can ...
... to charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. This also allows 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 WARNING: If your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. ...Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. This feature can ...