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...and to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ... OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may not be responsible for or indemnify you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for which you are entitled to recover damages from omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty...
...and to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ... OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may not be responsible for or indemnify you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for which you are entitled to recover damages from omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty...
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... Getting started...28 Install the battery pack 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 41 Using... the numeric keypad 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Getting started...28 Install the battery pack 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 41 Using... the numeric keypad 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 Power4Gear Hybrid...72...
... 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 Power4Gear Hybrid...72...
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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 94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 97 Installing a new battery pack 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 108 Blu... 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 94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 97 Installing a new battery pack 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 108 Blu... 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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... 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 using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the...
... 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 using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the...
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NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that must be ...followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains important information that you can help complete tasks. Icons The icons below indicate...
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that must be ...followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. This message contains important information that you can help complete tasks. Icons The icons below indicate...
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... injury from heat exposure. While powered on your lap or near any materials that can reduce air circulation. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place your Notebook PC on the bottom of your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Refer to learn about related inflight services...with your power adapter complies with this rating. You can be used and restrictions that your Notebook PC. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C ...
... injury from heat exposure. While powered on your lap or near any materials that can reduce air circulation. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place your Notebook PC on the bottom of your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Refer to learn about related inflight services...with your power adapter complies with this rating. You can be used and restrictions that your Notebook PC. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C ...
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... cleaning your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do... liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose 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. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, ...
... cleaning your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do... liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose 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. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, ...
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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 battery should not be placed in municipal waste. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
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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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... conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera The built-in use the ...power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to turn your...
... conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera The built-in use the ...power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to turn your...
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...;, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. * on selected models only 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the numeric keypad section in this manual. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing...
...;, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. * on selected models only 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the numeric keypad section in this manual. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing...
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... is running on battery mode 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 less than 95%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green...battery, and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 10%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current ...
... is running on battery mode 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 less than 95%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green...battery, and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 10%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current ...
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...lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows you to use ...some of the keys on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on your keyboard for numeric input. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This ...
...lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows you to use ...some of the keys on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on your keyboard for numeric input. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This ...
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When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 IMPORTANT! WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 IMPORTANT! WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
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Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Manual battery lock* The manual battery lock is ..., the battery pack supplies power to insert or remove the battery pack. * on selected models only 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to your Notebook PC is used to keep the battery pack secured. Spring battery lock* The spring battery lock automatically locks...
Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Manual battery lock* The manual battery lock is ..., the battery pack supplies power to insert or remove the battery pack. * on selected models only 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to your Notebook PC is used to keep the battery pack secured. Spring battery lock* The spring battery lock automatically locks...
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Hard disk drive compartment* This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of 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. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Random-access memory module compartment* This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC.
Hard disk drive compartment* This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of 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. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Random-access memory module compartment* This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC.
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Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port* 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 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. * on selected models only 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port* 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 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. * on selected models only 22 Notebook PC E-Manual