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...translated into any language in any form or by any other liability, you for loss, damages or claims based in this Warranty Statement. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN ...It is the maximum for which you are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED ...
...translated into any language in any form or by any other liability, you for loss, damages or claims based in this Warranty Statement. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN ...It is the maximum for which you are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED ...
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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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... This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of... using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This...
... This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of... using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This...
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...WARNING! Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to complete a task. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can use for completing a... series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. This message contains vital information that you can help complete tasks. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key ...
...WARNING! Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to complete a task. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can use for completing a... series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. This message contains vital information that you can help complete tasks. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key ...
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...discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Notebook PC E-Manual Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with your Notebook PC. Do not place your body ... rating. While powered on, ensure that must be used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that can reduce air circulation. You can be used and restrictions that you do not ...
...discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Notebook PC E-Manual Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with your Notebook PC. Do not place your body ... rating. While powered on, ensure that must be used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that can reduce air circulation. You can be used and restrictions that you do not ...
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... or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove ...the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge ...
... or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove ...the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge ...
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Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
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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 The top view may vary per region or country.
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... becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Microphone (on selected ... to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. Camera The built-in use the power button to put your Notebook PC. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC to take pictures or record videos using your...
... becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Microphone (on selected ... to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. Camera The built-in use the power button to put your Notebook PC. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC to take pictures or record videos using your...
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... multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. It also simulates...
... multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. It also simulates...
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... is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is in sleep mode. Status indicators The status indicators ...help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Two-color battery...
... is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is in sleep mode. Status indicators The status indicators ...help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Two-color battery...
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...lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number lock function is... accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your...
...lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number lock function is... accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your...
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IMPORTANT! WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
IMPORTANT! WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
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This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to insert or remove the battery pack. ... in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur...
This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to insert or remove the battery pack. ... in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur...
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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 disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 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.
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 disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 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 the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING! Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual.
Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING! Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual.