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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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...message contains additional information and tips that must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! WARNING! This message contains vital information that can be followed to your Notebook PC. About this user guide, messages are presented as follows: Icons The icons below indicate which device can help complete tasks. This message contains ...that must be followed to keep 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.
...message contains additional information and tips that must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! WARNING! This message contains vital information that can be followed to your Notebook PC. About this user guide, messages are presented as follows: Icons The icons below indicate which device can help complete tasks. This message contains ...that must be followed to keep 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.
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... NOTE: This step allows you will only be prompted to create a local account during the setup process. 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 can customize your account... settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. If you do so, you customized in options for your Microsoft account and Using a local account.
... NOTE: This step allows you will only be prompted to create a local account during the setup process. 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 can customize your account... settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. If you do so, you customized in options for your Microsoft account and Using a local account.
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... that you have successfully signed in using your local account or Microsoft account. 4. 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 Starting up . The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the...
... that you have successfully signed in using your local account or Microsoft account. 4. 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 Starting up . The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the...
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... successfully signing in just one -stop hub for live tiles This group of them represent a specific function that you can use while working on your Notebook PC. live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. Windows® UI... they are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM NOTE: Some apps require signing in /out button for work and play on your Notebook PC.
... successfully signing in just one -stop hub for live tiles This group of them represent a specific function that you can use while working on your Notebook PC. live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. Windows® UI... they are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM NOTE: Some apps require signing in /out button for work and play on your Notebook PC.
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.... The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad. Drag then drop the app to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC. Hotspots on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you to a new location. Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you launched more...
.... The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad. Drag then drop the app to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC. Hotspots on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you to a new location. Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you launched more...
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..., or unpin apps from the Start screen, right-click on the app to launch the app you chose. 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 . Press tab twice then...
..., or unpin apps from the Start screen, right-click on the app to launch the app you chose. 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 . Press tab twice then...
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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. 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. Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon.
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. 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. Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon.
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... bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of the 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...
... bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of the 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...
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...files with the devices attached to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Start This tool reverts the display back to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Devices This tool ...allows you to your Notebook PC. From the Start screen, you to a recently opened app. Share This tool allows you can ...
...files with the devices attached to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Start This tool reverts the display back to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Devices This tool ...allows you to your Notebook PC. From the Start screen, you to a recently opened app. Share This tool allows you can ...
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... the app to use the Snap feature. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate the Snap bar. to activate Snap onscreen. 1. IMPORTANT! Hover the mouse pointer on your...
... the app to use the Snap feature. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate the Snap bar. to activate Snap onscreen. 1. IMPORTANT! Hover the mouse pointer on your...
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... 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM The Airplane mode should be turned off . Press fn + f2. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. Click Settings then click on the icon. Disabling Airplane mode Use your... Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using the following steps: 1. Click ...
... 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM The Airplane mode should be turned off . Press fn + f2. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. Click Settings then click on the icon. Disabling Airplane mode Use your... Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using the following steps: 1. Click ...
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... on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. 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 or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down...
... on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. 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 or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down...
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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 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.
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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. 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.
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Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Monitor This function lets you play games using 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 LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Monitor This function lets you play games using 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 LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your 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 Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode.
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 Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode.
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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 To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC.
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 To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC.
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... Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is running on battery power. NOTE: USB Charger+ is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2.... This also allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on selected models). WARNING: If your Notebook PC is available in battery mode. 26 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 26 8/13/12 2:48:12 PM...
... Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is running on battery power. NOTE: USB Charger+ is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2.... This also allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on selected models). WARNING: If your Notebook PC is available in battery mode. 26 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 26 8/13/12 2:48:12 PM...