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... Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 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
... Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 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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... 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 (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
... 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 (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
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... manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to change the settings of your Notebook...
... manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to change the settings of your Notebook...
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... of warm water. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture.
... of warm water. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture.
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... numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions.
... numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions.
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... (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal storage drives.
... (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal storage drives.
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... HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is inserted into the battery slot. This lock should be held in place once it is connected to increase the memory capacity of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing...
... HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is inserted into the battery slot. This lock should be held in place once it is connected to increase the memory capacity of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing...
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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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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... opened. Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to next track or fast forward 41 Stop Notebook PC E-Manual Skip to previous track or rewind Play or pause Skip to simulate the right-click functions. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen...
... opened. Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to next track or fast forward 41 Stop Notebook PC E-Manual Skip to previous track or rewind Play or pause Skip to simulate the right-click functions. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen...
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... the setup screen, pick a language to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC. Wait for using Windows then click Accept. 4. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system...
... the setup screen, pick a language to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC. Wait for using Windows then click Accept. 4. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system...
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Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. To launch LifeFrame Press . The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app.
Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. To launch LifeFrame Press . The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app.
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... installed as a permanent part of a trained service personnel. The software that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to system instability or boot failure. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. You may result to most conditions of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run troubleshooting options using...
... installed as a permanent part of a trained service personnel. The software that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to system instability or boot failure. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. You may result to most conditions of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run troubleshooting options using...
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...The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. 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 may refer to set your boot priority. 1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. 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.
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Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 2. 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. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual ...
Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 2. 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. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual ...
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... 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. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 81 It also allows you to control the access to boot or enter Setup...
... 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. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 81 It also allows you to control the access to boot or enter Setup...
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... you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface 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...
... you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface 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...
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... Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Type in a password then press . 3. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 Copyright (C) 2012...
... Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Type in a password then press . 3. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 Copyright (C) 2012...
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... and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. 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. Restart your model from the ASUS...
... and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. 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. Restart your model from the ASUS...
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In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Choose an account you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. Follow the succeeding steps to recover using a system image file. 6. Type your system image is in case your Notebook PC stops working. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual You can...
In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Choose an account you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in an external device or DVD. 8. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. Follow the succeeding steps to recover using a system image file. 6. Type your system image is in case your Notebook PC stops working. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual You can...
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...parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Decreased energy consumption during use of user inactivity. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detail information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual...on power management and its benefits to the environment and health. 4. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of toxic heavy metals. 3. Limited use and stand-by default....
...parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Decreased energy consumption during use of user inactivity. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detail information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual...on power management and its benefits to the environment and health. 4. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of toxic heavy metals. 3. Limited use and stand-by default....