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... identification or explanation 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, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED...
... identification or explanation 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, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED...
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... Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys...34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35 Windows®8 keys...36 Multimedia control keys (on selected models 36 ...Numeric keypad (on selected models 37 Using the optical drive 38 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 42 Windows® 8 lock screen 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys...34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35 Windows®8 keys...36 Multimedia control keys (on selected models 36 ...Numeric keypad (on selected models 37 Using the optical drive 38 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 42 Windows® 8 lock screen 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to wired networks 62 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 62 Configuring a static IP network connection 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 65 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 65 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 LifeFrame...68 Power4Gear Hybrid...70 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST...
... to wired networks 62 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 62 Configuring a static IP network connection 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 65 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 65 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 LifeFrame...68 Power4Gear Hybrid...70 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST...
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... Product Notice 105 Prevention of Hearing Loss 105 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 106 Optical Drive Safety Information 107 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 108 ENERGY STAR complied product 110 European Union Eco-label 110 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 111...
... Product Notice 105 Prevention of Hearing Loss 105 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 106 Optical Drive Safety Information 107 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 108 ENERGY STAR complied product 110 European Union Eco-label 110 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 111...
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Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. 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. Appendices This section includes notices...
Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. 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. Appendices This section includes notices...
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... some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains important information that must be selected. Typography Bold = This indicates a ... NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that...
... some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains important information that must be selected. Typography Bold = This indicates a ... NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that...
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... cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC with this rating. You can send your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC. Do not place your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to prevent discomfort or injury...can be used and restrictions that your body to the rating label on your lap or near any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be followed when using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces.
... cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC with this rating. You can send your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC. Do not place your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to prevent discomfort or injury...can be used and restrictions that your body to the rating label on your lap or near any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be followed when using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces.
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Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, ...clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water...
Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, ...clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water...
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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. 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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. 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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. 12 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. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual The top view may vary per region or country.
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... excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC shuts down. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Microphone (on or off. You can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-... for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power button Press the power button to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera indicator The...
... excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC shuts down. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Microphone (on or off. You can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-... for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power button Press the power button to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera indicator The...
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... numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick...
... numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick...
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... is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual ...indication of your Notebook PC. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source...
... is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual ...indication of your Notebook PC. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source...
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... accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is enabled. Number...
... accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is enabled. Number...
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..., do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Ensure that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the battery pack... and warm air to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. WARNING!
..., do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Ensure that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 17 The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the battery pack... and warm air to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. WARNING!
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Right Side 17" model 15" model USB 2.0 ports (on selected models) recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs (on selected models) These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.
Right Side 17" model 15" model USB 2.0 ports (on selected models) recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs (on selected models) These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.
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... this manual. WARNING! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . IMPORTANT! NOTE: For more details, refer to eject the drive... and keep it is used to the Using the optical drive section in this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. The adapter may become warm to a power source.
... this manual. WARNING! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . IMPORTANT! NOTE: For more details, refer to eject the drive... and keep it is used to the Using the optical drive section in this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. The adapter may become warm to a power source.
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... air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual VGA port This port allows you to secure your Notebook PC to an external display. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition... or else overheating may occur. Left Side 17" and 15" model Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. WARNING!
... air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual VGA port This port allows you to secure your Notebook PC to an external display. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition... or else overheating may occur. Left Side 17" and 15" model Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. WARNING!
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USB 3.0 ports The Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect to a local area network (LAN). Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0.
USB 3.0 ports The Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect to a local area network (LAN). Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0.