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......19 Right Side...22 Left Side...24 Front Side...26 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Install the battery pack 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 41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
......19 Right Side...22 Left Side...24 Front Side...26 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Install the battery pack 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 41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Start screen...47 Windows® Apps...47 Hotspots...48 Working with Windows® apps 51 Launching apps...51 Customizing apps...51 Closing apps...52 Accessing the Apps screen 53 Charms bar...55 Snap feature...57 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 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...
... Start screen...47 Windows® Apps...47 Hotspots...48 Working with Windows® apps 51 Launching apps...51 Customizing apps...51 Closing apps...52 Accessing the Apps screen 53 Charms bar...55 Snap feature...57 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 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...
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...Power-on Self Test (POST 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 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 94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 97 Installing a new battery pack 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network... aux ondes radio .... 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
...Power-on Self Test (POST 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 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 94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 97 Installing a new battery pack 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network... aux ondes radio .... 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the...
... shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the...
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... leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if...
... leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if...
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... pointer direction keys. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Numeric keypad* The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE...
... pointer direction keys. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Numeric keypad* The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE...
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...function is activated. 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 you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Number lock indicator* This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal...
...function is activated. 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 you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Number lock indicator* This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal...
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... device. • The battery used in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be recycled or disposed of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from children. 30 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
... device. • The battery used in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be recycled or disposed of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from children. 30 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
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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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 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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... app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below. If you opened. Press this key to go back to the Start screen. Stop * on your Notebook PC, illustrated as below: Press this key to next track or fast forward 41 Press in combination with the arrow keys on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual Skip to previous track...
... app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below. If you opened. Press this key to go back to the Start screen. Stop * on your Notebook PC, illustrated as below: Press this key to next track or fast forward 41 Press in combination with the arrow keys on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual Skip to previous track...
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... in to guide you start your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Windows® 8 operating system. Carefully...
... in to guide you start your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Windows® 8 operating system. Carefully...
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... software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. BIOS The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that you change the default BIOS settings except in the following information for system startup in the Notebook PC. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook...
... software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. BIOS The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that you change the default BIOS settings except in the following information for system startup in the Notebook PC. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook...
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... setting your boot option priorities. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 You may differ by model and territory. 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 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. The actual screens...
... setting your boot option priorities. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 You may differ by model and territory. 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 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. The actual screens...
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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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual ...
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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual ...
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... input this before entering BIOS. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set up the administrator and user password of your 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 81 Security This...
... input this before entering BIOS. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set up the administrator and user password of your 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 81 Security This...
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.... 2. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Aptio Setup Utility -
.... 2. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Aptio Setup Utility -
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... screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the user's password is only asked for when entering Setup. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to set up a password-enabled access to confirm the password then press . 4. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password...
... screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 Aptio Setup Utility - If ONLY the user's password is only asked for when entering Setup. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to set up a password-enabled access to confirm the password then press . 4. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password...
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..., Inc. 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 your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Copyright...
..., Inc. 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 your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Copyright...
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In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. You can also choose Select a system image if your system image is in case your Notebook PC stops working. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: We strongly recommend that you would like to recover using a system image file. 6. 4. Choose an account you regularly backup your account password then click Continue. 7. Type your system to complete...
In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. You can also choose Select a system image if your system image is in case your Notebook PC stops working. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: We strongly recommend that you would like to recover using a system image file. 6. 4. Choose an account you regularly backup your account password then click Continue. 7. Type your system to complete...
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... metals. 3. Reduction of user inactivity. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of the use and stand-by default. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. For more information...
... metals. 3. Reduction of user inactivity. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of the use and stand-by default. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. For more information...