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...and its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE ...AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages...
...and its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE ...AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages...
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... this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Front Side...23 Chapter... Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard 36 Function keys...36 Function keys for ASUS Apps 37 Windows®8 keys...38 Multimedia control keys 38 Numeric...
... this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Front Side...23 Chapter... Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard 36 Function keys...36 Function keys for ASUS Apps 37 Windows®8 keys...38 Multimedia control keys 38 Numeric...
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... Bluetooth ...61 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 64 Configuring a static IP network connection 66 Turning your Notebook PC off 67 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 70 LifeFrame...70 Power4Gear Hybrid...72 Instant On...74...
... Bluetooth ...61 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 64 Configuring a static IP network connection 66 Turning your Notebook PC off 67 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 70 LifeFrame...70 Power4Gear Hybrid...72 Instant On...74...
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... Operation Channel for Different Domains 102 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 102 UL Safety Notices...104 Power Safety Requirement 105 TV Notices...105 REACH...105 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Operation Channel for Different Domains 102 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 102 UL Safety Notices...104 Power Safety Requirement 105 TV Notices...105 REACH...105 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 105 Prevention of Hearing Loss 105 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 106 Optical Drive Safety Information 107 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 108 ENERGY STAR complied product 110 European Union Eco-label 110 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 111 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 111 Regional notice for Singapore 111 Notebook PC E-Manual
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 105 Prevention of Hearing Loss 105 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 106 Optical Drive Safety Information 107 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 108 ENERGY STAR complied product 110 European Union Eco-label 110 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 111 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 111 Regional notice for Singapore 111 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Notebook PC ...Setup This chapter details the hardware components of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of...
... the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Notebook PC ...Setup This chapter details the hardware components of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of...
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WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be selected. Conventions used in this manual... menu or an item that can refer to complete a task. This message contains important information that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains vital information that must be followed to keep you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that you ...
WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be selected. Conventions used in this manual... menu or an item that can refer to complete a task. This message contains important information that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains vital information that must be followed to keep you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that you ...
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...machines (used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can send your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be used and restrictions that your power adapter complies with your... body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your airline provider to magnetic detectors and wands. Contact your lap or near any materials that can be used in -flight. ...
...machines (used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can send your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be used and restrictions that your power adapter complies with your... body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your airline provider to magnetic detectors and wands. Contact your lap or near any materials that can be used in -flight. ...
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..., benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive ...detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if ...
..., benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive ...detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if ...
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The symbol of electronic products. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse 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. The symbol of parts and recycling.
The symbol of electronic products. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse 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. The symbol of parts and recycling.
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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. 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. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC shuts down. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power... button for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Numeric keypad* The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for ...pointer direction keys. Microphone The built-in microphone can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use...
... to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC shuts down. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power... button for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Numeric keypad* The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for ...pointer direction keys. Microphone The built-in microphone can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use...
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... enables you to use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of your Notebook PC. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use ...refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides...
... enables you to use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of your Notebook PC. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use ...refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides...
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... charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. Refer to 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to the following ...table for details. Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of ...
... charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. Refer to 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to the following ...table for details. Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of ...
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... when the number lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows... you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows ...
... when the number lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows... you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows ...
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..., do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Ensure that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in use or while ...charging the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 IMPORTANT! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. WARNING! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm ...
..., do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Ensure that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in use or while ...charging the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 IMPORTANT! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. WARNING! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm ...
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Right Side Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Use the manual eject hole only when the ... drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this button to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive eject button Press this manual. Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows...
Right Side Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Use the manual eject hole only when the ... drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this button to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive eject button Press this manual. Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows...
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IMPORTANT! WARNING! WARNING! Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it is connected to a power source. ... use. Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to a local area network. LAN port Insert the...
IMPORTANT! WARNING! WARNING! Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it is connected to a power source. ... use. Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to a local area network. LAN port Insert the...
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...3.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to an external microphone. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. VGA port This port allows you to connect... your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. USB 2.0 port This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is HDCP compliant for ...
...3.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to an external microphone. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. VGA port This port allows you to connect... your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. USB 2.0 port This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is HDCP compliant for ...