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E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
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...in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for identification or explanation and to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ...OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF...
...in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for identification or explanation and to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ...OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF...
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... for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. 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...In each product. OR (3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS), EVEN IF ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. or any other liability, you are collectively responsible. This limit also applies to...
... for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. 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...In each product. OR (3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS), EVEN IF ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. or any other liability, you are collectively responsible. This limit also applies to...
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... Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your Notebook...
... Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your Notebook...
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... be selected. As you read along, you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC. WARNING! Italic = This indicates the keys you safe while performing certain tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook...
... be selected. As you read along, you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC. WARNING! Italic = This indicates the keys you safe while performing certain tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook...
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Before upgrading to Windows® 8 To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to Windows® 8: Processor 1GHz or faster RAM 1GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) Hard disk space 16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) Graphics card Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver Screen resolution 1024 x 768 for Windows® apps 1366 x 768 for Snap feature NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http:// www.windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/faq e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 6 8/13/12 2:47:...
Before upgrading to Windows® 8 To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to Windows® 8: Processor 1GHz or faster RAM 1GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) Hard disk space 16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) Graphics card Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver Screen resolution 1024 x 768 for Windows® apps 1366 x 768 for Snap feature NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http:// www.windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/faq e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 6 8/13/12 2:47:...
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e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM If you choose to Connect to a wireless network later, you will only be prompted to create a local account during the setup process. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in using your local account or Microsoft account depending on the settings you customized in options for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. If you do so, you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Microsoft account and Using a local account. The setup process consists ...
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM If you choose to Connect to a wireless network later, you will only be prompted to create a local account during the setup process. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in using your local account or Microsoft account depending on the settings you customized in options for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. If you do so, you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Microsoft account and Using a local account. The setup process consists ...
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Sign in to the following steps: 1. Click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC . 2. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to Windows® 8. Starting up . Press the power button on the ...
Sign in to the following steps: 1. Click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC . 2. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to Windows® 8. Starting up . Press the power button on the ...
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It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM IMPORTANT! live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in/out button for live tiles This group of applications can be customized to your user account. A screen resolution of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections. NOTE: Some apps require ...
It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM IMPORTANT! live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in/out button for live tiles This group of applications can be customized to your user account. A screen resolution of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections. NOTE: Some apps require ...
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Hotspots on a launched app Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top side upper and lower right corner Action (1) Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you to a hand icon. Hover your mouse pointer then click on the Start screen's thumbnail to revert back to show all launched apps. Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you launched more than one app, slide down to the Start screen. Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse pointer to a new location. Drag...
Hotspots on a launched app Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top side upper and lower right corner Action (1) Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you to a hand icon. Hover your mouse pointer then click on the Start screen's thumbnail to revert back to show all launched apps. Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you launched more than one app, slide down to the Start screen. Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse pointer to a new location. Drag...
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Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charm bar. Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 11 11 8/13/12 2:47:56 PM Hotspots on the Start screen Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner upper and lower right corner Action (1) Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you launched more than one app, slide down to show all launched apps.
Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charm bar. Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 11 11 8/13/12 2:47:56 PM Hotspots on the Start screen Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner upper and lower right corner Action (1) Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you launched more than one app, slide down to show all launched apps.
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Customizing apps on the Start Screen Move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen, right-click on the app to activate its settings then click on the icon. 12 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 12 8/13/12 2:47:58 PM To resize an app, right-click on the app to activate its settings then click on the icon. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it . Launching apps Position your apps. Move your mouse pointer on the app then drag to a new ...
Customizing apps on the Start Screen Move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen, right-click on the app to activate its settings then click on the icon. 12 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 12 8/13/12 2:47:58 PM To resize an app, right-click on the app to activate its settings then click on the icon. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it . Launching apps Position your apps. Move your mouse pointer on the app then drag to a new ...
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Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM
Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM
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Adding more apps on the icon. 14 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 14 8/13/12 2:48:00 PM Click on the Start screen 1. Right-click on the app to add on the Start screen. 2. Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to activate its settings. 3.
Adding more apps on the icon. 14 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 14 8/13/12 2:48:00 PM Click on the Start screen 1. Right-click on the app to add on the Start screen. 2. Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to activate its settings. 3.
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It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Move your Notebook PC. Press Windows key + C. Charm Bar Launching the Charm bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of white icons. Use your screen. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your mouse pointer on the right side of your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch the Charm ...
It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Move your Notebook PC. Press Windows key + C. Charm Bar Launching the Charm bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of white icons. Use your screen. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your mouse pointer on the right side of your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch the Charm ...
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Start This tool reverts the display back to share applications via social networking sites or email. From the Start screen, you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Devices This tool allows you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app. Settings This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Share This ...
Start This tool reverts the display back to share applications via social networking sites or email. From the Start screen, you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Devices This tool allows you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app. Settings This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Share This ...
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The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to divide your display into two. Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to activate Snap onscreen. 1. to launch it. 2. Click on your screen. 3. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to the right or left side of the display panel. IMPORTANT! A screen resolution ...
The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to divide your display into two. Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to activate Snap onscreen. 1. to launch it. 2. Click on your screen. 3. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to the right or left side of the display panel. IMPORTANT! A screen resolution ...
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NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC using the following steps: 1. Click Settings then click on the icon. Click Settings then click on the icon. 3. Press fn + f2. Slide the settings bar to the left to enable this function. Activate the Charm bar. 2. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode should be turned off . Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's ...
NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC using the following steps: 1. Click Settings then click on the icon. Click Settings then click on the icon. 3. Press fn + f2. Slide the settings bar to the left to enable this function. Activate the Charm bar. 2. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode should be turned off . Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's ...
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NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to start the network connection. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 19 19 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM The access point you chose gets activated as below. 3. Click Connect to activate the Wi-Fi connection. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi connections. 4.
NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to start the network connection. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 19 19 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM The access point you chose gets activated as below. 3. Click Connect to activate the Wi-Fi connection. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi connections. 4.
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fn + f9 launches the Touchpad app for you to your Notebook PC. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down fn + f12 turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off fn + f8 activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second screen is connected to...
fn + f9 launches the Touchpad app for you to your Notebook PC. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down fn + f12 turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off fn + f8 activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second screen is connected to...
