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...be responsible for or indemnify you are entitled to infringe. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. or any means, except documentation kept by any other liability, you... for backup purposes, without intent to recover damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for bodily injury (including death) and damage to the owners' ...
...be responsible for or indemnify you are entitled to infringe. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. or any means, except documentation kept by any other liability, you... for backup purposes, without intent to recover damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for bodily injury (including death) and damage to the owners' ...
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... 26 Charge your Notebook PC 27 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touchpad 29 Moving the pointer 29 One-finger gestures 30 Two-finger gestures 32 Three-finger gestures 33 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys 34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35... Windows®8 keys 35 Multimedia control keys 36 Numeric keypad 36 Using the optical drive 37 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 26 Charge your Notebook PC 27 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touchpad 29 Moving the pointer 29 One-finger gestures 30 Two-finger gestures 32 Three-finger gestures 33 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys 34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35... Windows®8 keys 35 Multimedia control keys 36 Numeric keypad 36 Using the optical drive 37 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Bluetooth ...56 Airplane mode 58 Connecting to wired networks 59 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 59 Configuring a static IP network connection 63 Turning your Notebook PC off 64 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 64 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 66 LifeFrame...66 Power4Gear Hybrid 68 USB Charger 69 Instant On...71...
... Bluetooth ...56 Airplane mode 58 Connecting to wired networks 59 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 59 Configuring a static IP network connection 63 Turning your Notebook PC off 64 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 64 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 66 LifeFrame...66 Power4Gear Hybrid 68 USB Charger 69 Instant On...71...
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... 74 BIOS ...74 Accessing BIOS 74 BIOS Settings...75 Troubleshoot...83 Refresh your PC 83 Reset your PC...84 Advanced options 85 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module 88 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD 92 Installing a new battery pack 98 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information......111 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada 111 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 112 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 112 UL Safety Notices 114 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 74 BIOS ...74 Accessing BIOS 74 BIOS Settings...75 Troubleshoot...83 Refresh your PC 83 Reset your PC...84 Advanced options 85 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module 88 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD 92 Installing a new battery pack 98 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information......111 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada 111 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 112 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 112 UL Safety Notices 114 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Power Safety Requirement 115 TV Tuner Notices 115 REACH ...115 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 115 Optical Drive Safety Information 117 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 117 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 118 ENERGY STAR complied product 119 European Union Eco-label 120 Prevention of Hearing Loss 120 Coating Notice 120 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 121 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 121 Regional notice for Singapore 121 Notebook PC E-Manual
Power Safety Requirement 115 TV Tuner Notices 115 REACH ...115 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 115 Optical Drive Safety Information 117 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 117 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 118 ENERGY STAR complied product 119 European Union Eco-label 120 Prevention of Hearing Loss 120 Coating Notice 120 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 121 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 121 Regional notice for Singapore 121 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you through the following ... Notebook PC. 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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 2: Using your Notebook...
... about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you through the following ... Notebook PC. 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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 2: Using your Notebook...
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NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. 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. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that...
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. 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. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that...
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...176;C (95°F). Do not place your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can be used and restrictions that must... prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Refer to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC and ensure that can reduce air circulation. Notebook PC E-Manual Contact your airline provider to the rating label on your lap or near any materials ...
...176;C (95°F). Do not place your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can be used and restrictions that must... prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Refer to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC and ensure that can reduce air circulation. Notebook PC E-Manual Contact your airline provider to the rating label on your lap or near any materials ...
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... such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. 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 use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from...
... such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. 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 use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from...
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Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 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 mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling.
Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 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 mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal 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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...model. Numeric keypad The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad section in camera allows you to take...manual. You can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 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 from sleep or hibernate mode. In ...
...model. Numeric keypad The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad section in camera allows you to take...manual. You can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 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 from sleep or hibernate mode. In ...
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.... • Some selected models come with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC's keyboard. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in sleep mode 16... Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Using capital ...
.... • Some selected models come with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC's keyboard. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in sleep mode 16... Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Using capital ...
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... you to use some of the battery's charge status. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Refer to the following table...Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the keys on your keyboard for details: Color Status Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. Solid Orange The...
... you to use some of the battery's charge status. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Refer to the following table...Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the keys on your keyboard for details: Color Status Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. Solid Orange The...
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Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. IMPORTANT!
Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. IMPORTANT!
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...These compartments are reserved spaces for playing PC games or watching movies on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC is inserted into the battery slot. IMPORTANT! Subwoofer The subwoofer speaker ...produces low-pitched audio frequencies for fuller and richer bass sounds suited for the hard disk drives of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating ...
...These compartments are reserved spaces for playing PC games or watching movies on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC is inserted into the battery slot. IMPORTANT! Subwoofer The subwoofer speaker ...produces low-pitched audio frequencies for fuller and richer bass sounds suited for the hard disk drives of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating ...
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... of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) compliant devices. USB Charger+ allows you to connect your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes ... jack port This port allows you to quick charge mobile devices and can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. You can be used to connect your Notebook PC to a DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience high-resolution display features via Intel®...
... of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) compliant devices. USB Charger+ allows you to connect your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes ... jack port This port allows you to quick charge mobile devices and can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. You can be used to connect your Notebook PC to a DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience high-resolution display features via Intel®...
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... area network (LAN). Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as monitors or projectors. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to hot while in use. Power... for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is connected to a power source. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! WARNING! HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback.
... area network (LAN). Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as monitors or projectors. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to hot while in use. Power... for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is connected to a power source. Ensure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! WARNING! HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback.
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... security products. Optical drive indicator This indicator lights up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to a disc. Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. USB 3.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus... 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up when the optical drive electronic eject button is pressed while the Notebook PC is currently reading data from or writing data to USB 2.0. This indicator also lights up when the optical drive is powered on. Left ...
... security products. Optical drive indicator This indicator lights up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to a disc. Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. USB 3.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus... 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up when the optical drive electronic eject button is pressed while the Notebook PC is currently reading data from or writing data to USB 2.0. This indicator also lights up when the optical drive is powered on. Left ...