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... WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual It is liable for no more than damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and tangible... personal property; UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE...
... WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual It is liable for no more than damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and tangible... personal property; UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE...
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...Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to open the display panel 31 Press the power button 31 Gestures for the touchpad 32 Using the keyboard 39 Function keys...39 Function keys for ASUS Apps 40 Windows®8 keys...41 Multimedia control keys (...on selected models 41 Numeric keypad (on selected models 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
...Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to open the display panel 31 Press the power button 31 Gestures for the touchpad 32 Using the keyboard 39 Function keys...39 Function keys for ASUS Apps 40 Windows®8 keys...41 Multimedia control keys (...on selected models 41 Numeric keypad (on selected models 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook PC off 69 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 69 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72 LifeFrame...72 Power4Gear Hybrid...74 Instant On...76...
... Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook PC off 69 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 69 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72 LifeFrame...72 Power4Gear Hybrid...74 Instant On...76...
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... 78 BIOS...78 Accessing BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random-access Memory module (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected... IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada 116 Déclaration d'Industrie Canada relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio .... 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 78 BIOS...78 Accessing BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random-access Memory module (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected... IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada 116 Déclaration d'Industrie Canada relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio .... 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
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France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 118 UL Safety Notices...120 Power Safety Requirement 121 TV Notices...121 REACH...121 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 121 Prevention of Hearing Loss 121 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 122 Optical Drive Safety Information 123 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 124 ENERGY STAR complied product 126 European Union Eco-label 126 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 127 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 127 Regional notice for Singapore 127 Notebook PC E-Manual
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 118 UL Safety Notices...120 Power Safety Requirement 121 TV Notices...121 REACH...121 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 121 Prevention of Hearing Loss 121 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 122 Optical Drive Safety Information 123 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 124 ENERGY STAR complied product 126 European Union Eco-label 126 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 127 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 127 Regional notice for Singapore 127 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your...
... through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your...
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... tasks. Italic = This indicates sections 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 your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in... tasks and prevent damage to complete a task. This message contains vital information that must be followed to keep you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING!
... tasks. Italic = This indicates sections 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 your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in... tasks and prevent damage to complete a task. This message contains vital information that must be followed to keep you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING!
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... services that can be used in -flight. Contact your airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to magnetic detectors and wands. While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can send your...can reduce air circulation. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°...
... services that can be used in -flight. Contact your airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to magnetic detectors and wands. While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can send your...can reduce air circulation. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°...
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... objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and... remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive ...
... objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and... remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive ...
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Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
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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. 15" model 14 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. 15" model 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... from sleep or hibernate mode. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. You can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for video conferencing, voice... off. Camera The built-in camera allows you to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for about four (4) seconds until your...
... from sleep or hibernate mode. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. You can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for video conferencing, voice... off. Camera The built-in camera allows you to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for about four (4) seconds until your...
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...;, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input...
...;, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input...
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... power is in sleep mode. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is... between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual...
... power is in sleep mode. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is... between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual...
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...'s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. This ...
...'s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. This ...
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IMPORTANT! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
IMPORTANT! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
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...This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically ...power source. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be held in place once it is connected to keep the battery pack secured. Random-access memory ...
...This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically ...power source. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be held in place once it is connected to keep the battery pack secured. Random-access memory ...
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Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port (on selected models) This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.
Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port (on selected models) This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.
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Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to eject the drive tray in this manual. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING!
Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to eject the drive tray in this manual. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING!