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... maximum for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE ...AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT...
... maximum for backup purposes, without intent to infringe. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE ...AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT...
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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 manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading 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. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how ...
...This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading 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. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how ...
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...to complete a task. This message contains important information that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and ...while performing tasks and prevent damage to keep you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: ...
...to complete a task. This message contains important information that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and ...while performing tasks and prevent damage to keep you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: ...
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... x-ray machines (used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not leave your Notebook PC on the bottom of your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not place your Notebook PC. Contact your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35...°C (95°F). Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can reduce air circulation. You can be used in -flight. While...
... x-ray machines (used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not leave your Notebook PC on the bottom of your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not place your Notebook PC. Contact your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35...°C (95°F). Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can reduce air circulation. You can be used in -flight. While...
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... use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of ...nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
... use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of ...nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
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This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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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. 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
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... E-Manual 15 Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC shuts down. Camera The built-in use the power button to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera ...is in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. You can also use . Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording.
... E-Manual 15 Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC shuts down. Camera The built-in use the power button to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera ...is in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. You can also use . Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording.
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... to the Gestures for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles...
... to the Gestures for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles...
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.... Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Refer to the ...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 in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less...
.... Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Refer to the ...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 in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less...
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... when the number lock function is enabled. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing... the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your keyboard for numeric input. Number lock indicator (on your...
... when the number lock function is enabled. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing... the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your keyboard for numeric input. Number lock indicator (on your...
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WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 IMPORTANT!
WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 IMPORTANT!
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...memory module compartment (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC is connected to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual When charged, the battery pack supplies power to a power source. This lock should be held in place...to insert or remove the battery pack. WARNING! Spring battery lock (on selected models) The manual battery lock is used to exit the Notebook PC. Manual battery lock (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the...
...memory module compartment (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC is connected to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual When charged, the battery pack supplies power to a power source. This lock should be held in place...to insert or remove the battery pack. WARNING! Spring battery lock (on selected models) The manual battery lock is used to exit the Notebook PC. Manual battery lock (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 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.
Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 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.
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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 secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! NOTE: For more details, refer 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.
Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! NOTE: For more details, refer 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.