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... Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Front Side...23 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC 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 keypad*...39 Using the optical drive 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Front Side...23 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC 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 keypad*...39 Using the optical drive 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... feature...55 Other keyboard shortcuts 57 Connecting to wireless networks 59 Wi-Fi...59 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: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 Notebook PC E-Manual
... feature...55 Other keyboard shortcuts 57 Connecting to wireless networks 59 Wi-Fi...59 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: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 Notebook PC E-Manual
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BIOS Settings...71 Troubleshoot...81 Refresh your PC...81 Reset your PC...82 Advanced options...83 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 86 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 88 Internal Modem Compliancy 88 Overview...89 Network Compatibility Declaration 89 Non-Voice Equipment 89 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 91 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 92 Declaration of Conformity...
BIOS Settings...71 Troubleshoot...81 Refresh your PC...81 Reset your PC...82 Advanced options...83 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 86 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 88 Internal Modem Compliancy 88 Overview...89 Network Compatibility Declaration 89 Non-Voice Equipment 89 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 91 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 92 Declaration of Conformity...
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... moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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 Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such...
... moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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 Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such...
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... intuitive user experience. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in sleep mode. 16 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. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to...
... intuitive user experience. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in sleep mode. 16 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. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to...
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...'s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on your keyboard for numeric input. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Number lock indicator* This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal...
...'s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on your keyboard for numeric input. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Number lock indicator* This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal...
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Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if 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...
Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if 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...
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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 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker 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.
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 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker 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.
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... Skip to simulate the right-click functions. Press in the Start screen, press this key to next track or fast forward 38 Notebook PC E-Manual If you opened. Windows®8 keys There are already in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the Start screen. Press this key to go back to the last...
... Skip to simulate the right-click functions. Press in the Start screen, press this key to next track or fast forward 38 Notebook PC E-Manual If you opened. Windows®8 keys There are already in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the Start screen. Press this key to go back to the last...
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... not work . 4. Manual eject hole The manual eject hole is located on the optical drive door and is being read, it snaps onto the optical drive hub. 5. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Notebook PC E-Manual 41 NOTE: While data is used to close the optical drive. WARNING! Push down the disc's plastic hub until the drive tray opens...
... not work . 4. Manual eject hole The manual eject hole is located on the optical drive door and is being read, it snaps onto the optical drive hub. 5. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Notebook PC E-Manual 41 NOTE: While data is used to close the optical drive. WARNING! Push down the disc's plastic hub until the drive tray opens...
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... configuring the basic settings of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Watch this to guide you start your Notebook PC for the first time: 1. Starting for the first time When you in to use on your Notebook PC. 3. Press the power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 44 Notebook PC E-Manual To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating...
... configuring the basic settings of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Watch this to guide you start your Notebook PC for the first time: 1. Starting for the first time When you in to use on your Notebook PC. 3. Press the power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 44 Notebook PC E-Manual To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating...
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... you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of the Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to system instability or boot failure. The software that requires further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of a trained service personnel. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings...
... you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of the Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to system instability or boot failure. The software that requires further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of a trained service personnel. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings...
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... Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. You may differ by model and territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Boot This menu...
... Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. You may differ by model and territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Boot This menu...
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.... Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Aptio Setup Utility -
.... Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Aptio Setup Utility -
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... Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. The password length must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O) interface, and USB interface. Notebook PC E-Manual...
... Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. The password length must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O) interface, and USB interface. Notebook PC E-Manual...
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Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. Copyright...
Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. Copyright...
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...; : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Type in a password then press . 3. To set , then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup. Aptio Setup Utility - AMpatiino SeAtduvpanUcteidlityBo-otCopSyerciugrhitty(C) S2a0v1e1 &AmEexriitcan Megatrends, Inc. If ONLY the user's password is a power on password and must be entered to your hard disk drive. Copyright...
...; : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Type in a password then press . 3. To set , then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup. Aptio Setup Utility - AMpatiino SeAtduvpanUcteidlityBo-otCopSyerciugrhitty(C) S2a0v1e1 &AmEexriitcan Megatrends, Inc. If ONLY the user's password is a power on password and must be entered to your hard disk drive. Copyright...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Copyright (C) 2012 American ...
Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Copyright (C) 2012 American ...
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... would like to recover using a system image file. 6. Choose an account you regularly backup your system to complete the system image recovery procedure. Follow the succeeding steps to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Type your system image is in case your Notebook PC stops working. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual Select Use the latest...
... would like to recover using a system image file. 6. Choose an account you regularly backup your system to complete the system image recovery procedure. Follow the succeeding steps to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Type your system image is in case your Notebook PC stops working. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual Select Use the latest...
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... default. Reduced solid waste through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Limited use of user inactivity. Department of the U.S. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detail information on the keyboard. For more information on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. European Union Eco-label This Notebook...
... default. Reduced solid waste through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Limited use of user inactivity. Department of the U.S. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detail information on the keyboard. For more information on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. European Union Eco-label This Notebook...