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... contract price of each such instance, regardless of the basis on ASUS' part or other actual and direct damages resulted from ASUS. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT...
... contract price of each such instance, regardless of the basis on ASUS' part or other actual and direct damages resulted from ASUS. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT...
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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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...® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for 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. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how...
...® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for 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. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how...
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This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! This message contains important information that you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to complete a task....
This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! This message contains important information that you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to complete a task....
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... about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that must be used in -flight. You can reduce air circulation. Do not place your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your... Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and ...
... about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that must be used in -flight. You can reduce air circulation. Do not place your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your... Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and ...
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...cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not place objects on or... near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable)...
...cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not place objects on or... near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable)...
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Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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. 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. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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. 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. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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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. 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
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... Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. 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. Microphone... The built-in 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 microphone can also use .
... Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. 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. Microphone... The built-in 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 microphone can also use .
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... numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model...
... numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model...
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... is plugged to 100%. Refer 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 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is in... Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95...
... is plugged to 100%. Refer 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 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is in... Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95...
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... storage drives. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Using capital lock allows you to type...
... storage drives. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Using capital lock allows you to type...
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When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 WARNING! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC.
When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 WARNING! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC.
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...inserted into the battery slot. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper,...increase the memory capacity of the air vents or else overheating may occur. WARNING! Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to a power...
...inserted into the battery slot. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper,...increase the memory capacity of the air vents or else overheating may occur. WARNING! Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to a power...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. 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.
Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. 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 eject the drive tray in this manual. Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used 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 . NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING!
Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to eject the drive tray in this manual. Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used 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 . NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING!