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... and tangible personal property; In each product. This limit also applies to infringe. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. or any...
... and tangible personal property; In each product. This limit also applies to infringe. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. or any...
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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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... (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your 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 using... Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to...
... (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your 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 using... Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to...
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... you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! NOTE: This... message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains important information that can use for completing a series of tasks or ...
... you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! NOTE: This... message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains important information that can use for completing a series of tasks or ...
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... used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC. Do not leave your Notebook PC on the bottom of your power adapter complies with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that can reduce air circulation. Do not use damaged power cords,... accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Notebook PC E-Manual While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Contact your airline provider to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not place your...
... used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC. Do not leave your Notebook PC on the bottom of your power adapter complies with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that can reduce air circulation. Do not use damaged power cords,... accessories, and other peripherals with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Notebook PC E-Manual While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Contact your airline provider to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not place your...
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Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use 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. Use a clean cellulose... sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm ...
Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use 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. Use a clean cellulose... sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm ...
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Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery 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. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery 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. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
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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 The top view may vary per region or country.
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... camera is in camera allows you to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC shuts down. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from...hibernate mode. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 You can also use . Microphone (on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice ...
... camera is in camera allows you to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC shuts down. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from...hibernate mode. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 You can also use . Microphone (on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice ...
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NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. 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. It also enables you to use of a ...
NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. 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. It also enables you to use of a ...
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... status of the battery's charge status. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is less than 95%. Power indicator The power indicator... lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is plugged to 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Refer to the following table for details...
... status of the battery's charge status. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is less than 95%. Power indicator The power indicator... lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is plugged to 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Refer to the following table for details...
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Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up ...when the number lock function is activated. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for ...
Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up ...when the number lock function is activated. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for ...
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When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. 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 battery pack cannot be disassembled. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING!
When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. 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 battery pack cannot be disassembled. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING!
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...battery pack supplies power to insert or remove the battery pack. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper..., books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC is used to exit the Notebook PC. This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Random-access memory module compartment (on...
...battery pack supplies power to insert or remove the battery pack. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper..., books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC is used to exit the Notebook PC. This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Random-access memory module compartment (on...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 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.
Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 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.
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Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work .
Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work .