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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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... 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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... 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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... through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Appendices This...
... through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Appendices This...
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... or near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty...
... or near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty...
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... to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. 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 NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for numeric...
... to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. 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 NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for numeric...
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... lock function is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal...
... lock function is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal...
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... enter and warm air to insert or remove the battery pack. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to exit the Notebook PC. This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. WARNING! When charged, the battery pack supplies power...
... enter and warm air to insert or remove the battery pack. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to exit the Notebook PC. This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. WARNING! When charged, the battery pack supplies power...
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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 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. 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
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... selected models) The multimedia control keys allow you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. If you to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you opened. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to simulate the right-click functions.
... selected models) The multimedia control keys allow you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. If you to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you opened. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to simulate the right-click functions.
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..., a series of your Notebook PC. 3. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC for the first time: 1. Starting for the first time When you in to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Wait for using Windows then click Accept. 4. From the setup screen, pick a language to guide you start your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Windows® 8 operating...
..., a series of your Notebook PC. 3. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC for the first time: 1. Starting for the first time When you in to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Wait for using Windows then click Accept. 4. From the setup screen, pick a language to guide you start your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Press the power button on your Windows® 8 operating...
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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. To launch LifeFrame Press . The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view.
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. To launch LifeFrame Press . The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view.
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... hardware settings that you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that are needed for system startup in the following information for more details. You may result to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using POST to most conditions of your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot...
... hardware settings that you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that are needed for system startup in the following information for more details. You may result to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using POST to most conditions of your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot...
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... 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 may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults...
... 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 may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults...
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... 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility...
... 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... entering BIOS. It also allows you to control the access to 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 - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be entered to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC E-Manual 81 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password...
... entering BIOS. It also allows you to control the access to 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 - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be entered to boot or enter Setup. Notebook PC E-Manual 81 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password...
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... can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock then select Lock. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 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...
... can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock then select Lock. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 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...
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...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. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. To set the HDD password: 1. Aptio Setup Utility - Password...
...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. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. To set the HDD password: 1. Aptio Setup Utility - Password...
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.... Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 87 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc...
.... Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 87 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc...
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... through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. 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 Limited use of user inactivity. Designed for detail...
... through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. 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 Limited use of user inactivity. Designed for detail...