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... Left Side...19 Front Side...21 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touchpad 27 Moving the pointer using the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard...33 Function keys...33 Windows® 8.1 keys...34 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1 Starting for the first time 36 Windows® UI...37 Start screen...37 Hotspots...38 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... Left Side...19 Front Side...21 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touchpad 27 Moving the pointer using the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard...33 Function keys...33 Windows® 8.1 keys...34 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1 Starting for the first time 36 Windows® UI...37 Start screen...37 Hotspots...38 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... keyboard shortcuts 53 Connecting to wireless networks 55 Wi-Fi...55 Bluetooth ...56 Airplane mode...57 Turning your Notebook PC off 58 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 58 Windows® 8.1 lock screen 59 To proceed from the lock screen 59 Customizing your lock screen 60 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 64 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS...64 Accessing BIOS...64 BIOS Settings...65 Recovering your system 72 Enabling a recovery option...
... keyboard shortcuts 53 Connecting to wireless networks 55 Wi-Fi...55 Bluetooth ...56 Airplane mode...57 Turning your Notebook PC off 58 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 58 Windows® 8.1 lock screen 59 To proceed from the lock screen 59 Customizing your lock screen 60 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 64 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS...64 Accessing BIOS...64 BIOS Settings...65 Recovering your system 72 Enabling a recovery option...
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... and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 8.1 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC.
... and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 8.1 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC.
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... liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your...
... liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your...
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... use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. Camera The built-in camera allows you to use . Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to take pictures or record videos using touch gestures. It also enables you to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in microphone can be used for typing...
... use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. Camera The built-in camera allows you to use . Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to take pictures or record videos using touch gestures. It also enables you to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in microphone can be used for typing...
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... removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode...
... removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode...
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Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 33
Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 33
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If you opened. Press this key to go back to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 8.1 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to simulate the right-click functions. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to the Start screen.
If you opened. Press this key to go back to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 8.1 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to simulate the right-click functions. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to the Start screen.
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Start button on the Start screen NOTE: The actual color of your Start screen. Notebook PC E-Manual 41 The Start button may be accessed from the Start screen, while on Desktop mode, and on the display settings you chose for your Start screen or any app that you opened. Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start button varies depending on any opened app to switch between the two most recent apps that is currently open onscreen. Start button Windows® 8.1 features the Start button which allows you to call out the Start button.
Start button on the Start screen NOTE: The actual color of your Start screen. Notebook PC E-Manual 41 The Start button may be accessed from the Start screen, while on Desktop mode, and on the display settings you chose for your Start screen or any app that you opened. Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start button varies depending on any opened app to switch between the two most recent apps that is currently open onscreen. Start button Windows® 8.1 features the Start button which allows you to call out the Start button.
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... mode. Windows® 8.1 lock screen The Windows® 8.1 lock screen appears when you wake your operating system. It also appears when you need to key in the password to continue to your Notebook PC from the lock screen 1. Tap/click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 2. (optional) If your Notebook PC is password-protected, you lock or unlock Windows® 8.1. You can be customized to regulate access to the Start screen. Notebook...
... mode. Windows® 8.1 lock screen The Windows® 8.1 lock screen appears when you wake your operating system. It also appears when you need to key in the password to continue to your Notebook PC from the lock screen 1. Tap/click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 2. (optional) If your Notebook PC is password-protected, you lock or unlock Windows® 8.1. You can be customized to regulate access to the Start screen. Notebook...
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... installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for system startup in the following information for more details. You may result to run when you turn on or restart your Notebook...
... installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for system startup in the following information for more details. You may result to run when you turn on or restart your Notebook...
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... input this before entering BIOS. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. The password length must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Set Administrator Password. Security This menu allows you will be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. It...
... input this before entering BIOS. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. The password length must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Set Administrator Password. Security This menu allows you will be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. It...
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... American Megatrends, Inc. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC/Right Click : Exit Version 2.16.1243. Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Start Easy Flash Network Stack Configuration USB Configuration Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3.
... American Megatrends, Inc. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC/Right Click : Exit Version 2.16.1243. Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Start Easy Flash Network Stack Configuration USB Configuration Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3.
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... to a power source before doing any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything and reinstall Windows - Using this option. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! • Back up your data before resetting your system. This option resets your Notebook PC to its settings to its factory settings. Windows® 8.1 allows...
... to a power source before doing any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything and reinstall Windows - Using this option. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! • Back up your data before resetting your system. This option resets your Notebook PC to its settings to its factory settings. Windows® 8.1 allows...
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..., and ensure all external devices and ensure you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you have the latest security settings. • Use ASUS Live Update to the ASUS Tutor installed in ID and password - Useful tips for your operating systems and other installed applications - Refer to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month...
..., and ensure all external devices and ensure you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you have the latest security settings. • Use ASUS Live Update to the ASUS Tutor installed in ID and password - Useful tips for your operating systems and other installed applications - Refer to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month...
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... of your display panel. 3. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. How can I fix this...
... of your display panel. 3. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. How can I fix this...
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When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? 4. You can 't I /O Interface Security in this manual. 7. Why is my touchpad not working ? What should I /O Interface Security section in your system's BIOS. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to disable the touchpad when connecting an external pointing device. 6. For more details, refer to the...
When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? 4. You can 't I /O Interface Security in this manual. 7. Why is my touchpad not working ? What should I /O Interface Security section in your system's BIOS. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to disable the touchpad when connecting an external pointing device. 6. For more details, refer to the...
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... come out from my Notebook PC's audio speakers even if I do keystrokes correctly because my cursor keeps on my keyboard displays numbers. Press the key or (on selected models) on the keyboard. You can try doing any of showing letters, pressing the "U", "I do? 8. Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to your touchpad while you type on your touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to configure the settings. 9.
... come out from my Notebook PC's audio speakers even if I do keystrokes correctly because my cursor keeps on my keyboard displays numbers. Press the key or (on selected models) on the keyboard. You can try doing any of showing letters, pressing the "U", "I do? 8. Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to your touchpad while you type on your touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to configure the settings. 9.
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.... What should I turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but not my drive activity indicator. Delete the applications you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your local ASUS service center for more than usual and my operating system lags. Contact your system. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual You can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Software FAQs 1. How can...
.... What should I turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but not my drive activity indicator. Delete the applications you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your local ASUS service center for more than usual and my operating system lags. Contact your system. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual You can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Software FAQs 1. How can...
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... health. 4. Limited use of the U.S. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of substances harmful to the environment. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Decreased...
... health. 4. Limited use of the U.S. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of substances harmful to the environment. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Decreased...