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... Getting started 22 Charge your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS Apps 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Getting started 22 Charge your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS Apps 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 68 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options...
... network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 68 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options...
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... an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for selected Notebook PC models pre-installed with Windows® 8. About this manual NOTE: The following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized...
... an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for selected Notebook PC models pre-installed with Windows® 8. About this manual NOTE: The following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized...
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... thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 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...
... thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 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...
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... the power button to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on or off. Camera The built-in camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. NOTE: Some models are equipped with a touch-enabled panel...
... the power button to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on or off. Camera The built-in camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. NOTE: Some models are equipped with a touch-enabled panel...
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Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience.
Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience.
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...-in use or while charging the battery pack. WARNING! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Air vents The air vents allow you to exit the Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. Ensure that can get warm to hot while in audio speakers allow cool air to enter...
...-in use or while charging the battery pack. WARNING! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Air vents The air vents allow you to exit the Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. Ensure that can get warm to hot while in audio speakers allow cool air to enter...
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... (USB 2.0) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras...
... (USB 2.0) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Notebook PC E-Manual 31 Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel 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 or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Notebook PC E-Manual 31 Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel 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 or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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... last app you opened. Function keys for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used as below: Press this key to go back to the Start screen. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used to launch ASUS apps. Press this key to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile...
... last app you opened. Function keys for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used as below: Press this key to go back to the Start screen. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used to launch ASUS apps. Press this key to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile...
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... guide you start your Notebook PC for the first time, a series of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual To start your computer for the first time: 1. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings...
... guide you start your Notebook PC for the first time, a series of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual To start your computer for the first time: 1. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings...
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... further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of a trained service personnel. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run when you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. The software that controls...
... further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of a trained service personnel. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run when you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. The software that controls...
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... You may differ by model and territory. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Launch PXE OpROM [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Network Device BBS Priorities Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] [Atheros Boot Agent] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for...
... You may differ by model and territory. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Launch PXE OpROM [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #2 Network Device BBS Priorities Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] [Atheros Boot Agent] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for...
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... Setup, the User will be in a password then press . 3. The password length must be prompted to Setup and is set the password: 1. To set ,then this only limits access to input this before entering BIOS. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Security This menu allows you to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt...
... Setup, the User will be in a password then press . 3. The password length must be prompted to Setup and is set the password: 1. To set ,then this only limits access to input this before entering BIOS. Re-type to boot or enter Setup. Security This menu allows you to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt...
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...Aptio Setup Utility - On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in the confirmation box then press . Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security LAN Network Interface [UnLock] Wireless Network Interface [UnLock] HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock] SATA 2nd HDD Interface [UnLock] USB Interface Security LAN Network Interface Lock UnLock If Locked, LAN controller will be disabled. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
...Aptio Setup Utility - On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in the confirmation box then press . Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security LAN Network Interface [UnLock] Wireless Network Interface [UnLock] HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock] SATA 2nd HDD Interface [UnLock] USB Interface Security LAN Network Interface Lock UnLock If Locked, LAN controller will be disabled. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
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... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. To lock the USB interface: 1. Aptio Setup Utility - On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If LOCKED, all USB devices will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. USB Interface...
... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. To lock the USB interface: 1. Aptio Setup Utility - On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If LOCKED, all USB devices will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. USB Interface...
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... Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set,then this is only asked for when entering Setup. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to set up a password-enabled access to confirm the password then press . 4. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. If ONLY the user's password is set the HDD password: 1. Type in a password then press . 3. Re-type to your hard disk drive...
... Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set,then this is only asked for when entering Setup. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to set up a password-enabled access to confirm the password then press . 4. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. If ONLY the user's password is set the HDD password: 1. Type in a password then press . 3. Re-type to your hard disk drive...
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... Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Atheros Boot Agent Windows Boot Manager Launch EFI Shell from the ASUS website. 2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4. Save & Exit To keep your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Restart your configuration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Connect...
... Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Atheros Boot Agent Windows Boot Manager Launch EFI Shell from the ASUS website. 2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4. Save & Exit To keep your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Restart your configuration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Connect...
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... restore the system to select and update BIOS. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 6. POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume [Static] [No] [4] Press Enter to run the utility to its default settings. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Locate your downloaded BIOS file in battery mode [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration DPTF Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network...
... restore the system to select and update BIOS. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 6. POST Logo Type Start Easy Flash Play POST Sound Speaker Volume [Static] [No] [4] Press Enter to run the utility to its default settings. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Locate your downloaded BIOS file in battery mode [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration DPTF Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network...
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... to complete the system image recovery procedure. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Follow the succeeding steps to recover using a system image file. 6. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. Choose an account you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. You can also choose...
... to complete the system image recovery procedure. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Follow the succeeding steps to recover using a system image file. 6. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. Choose an account you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. You can also choose...