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...Circumstances may arise where because of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual In each such instance, regardless of the basis on ASUS' part or other actual and direct damages resulted from... this Warranty Statement. or any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR ...
...Circumstances may arise where because of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual In each such instance, regardless of the basis on ASUS' part or other actual and direct damages resulted from... this Warranty Statement. or any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR ...
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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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...This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use POST to use the different parts of 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 About this manual This manual provides information about...
...This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use POST to use the different parts of 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 About this manual This manual provides information about...
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NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to keep you safe while... the devices you can help complete tasks. This message contains important information that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to keep you safe while... the devices you can help complete tasks. This message contains important information that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components.
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...this rating. While powered on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with your Notebook PC. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be used and restrictions that your body to the ...the bottom of your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Notebook PC E-Manual Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that you do not expose them to learn about related inflight services that can ...
...this rating. While powered on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with your Notebook PC. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be used and restrictions that your body to the ...the bottom of your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Notebook PC E-Manual Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that you do not expose them to learn about related inflight services that can ...
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..., or other chemicals on top of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. 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 place objects on or near your... Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove ...
..., or other chemicals on top of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. 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 place objects on or near your... Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove ...
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This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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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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...panel provides excellent viewing features for about four (4) seconds until 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 your Notebook PC shuts down. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used... for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera The built-in camera allows you to turn your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in microphone can be used for video conferencing...
...panel provides excellent viewing features for about four (4) seconds until 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 your Notebook PC shuts down. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used... for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera The built-in camera allows you to turn your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in microphone can be used for video conferencing...
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... user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual
... user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual
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...for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is... 10% to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware...
...for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is... 10% to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware...
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... This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when...
... This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when...
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When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. 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! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC.
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... the air vents or else overheating may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models...) The manual battery lock is used to a power source. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is connected to keep the battery pack secured. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-...
... the air vents or else overheating may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models...) The manual battery lock is used to a power source. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is connected to keep the battery pack secured. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-...
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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. 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. 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. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 21
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Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . 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 . Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. WARNING! NOTE: For more details, refer 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 . 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 . Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. WARNING! NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual