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...by any other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from omission or failure of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. 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. Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook...
...by any other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from omission or failure of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. 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. Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook...
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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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...-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings 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. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features...
...-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings 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. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features...
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...Bold = This indicates a menu or an item 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 must be selected. This message contains vital information... that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can help complete tasks...
...Bold = This indicates a menu or an item 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 must be selected. This message contains vital information... that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can help complete tasks...
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...can be used in -flight. Do not leave your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC. Do not place your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on... damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with this rating. Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC on the bottom of your power adapter complies with your Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°...
...can be used in -flight. Do not leave your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC. Do not place your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on... damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with this rating. Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC on the bottom of your power adapter complies with your Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°...
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... and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical ...fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the ...
... and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical ...fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the ...
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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. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 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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...when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to turn your Notebook PC shuts down. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 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 photos, videos, and other ... video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone (on your Notebook PC. You can also use . Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos...
...when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to turn your Notebook PC shuts down. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 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 photos, videos, and other ... video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone (on your Notebook PC. You can also use . Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos...
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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. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in...
... numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in...
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... power is less than 10%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides... a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the...
... power is less than 10%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides... a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the...
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...function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. This allows you to use some of the keys... models) This indicator lights up when your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated.
...function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. This allows you to use some of the keys... models) This indicator lights up when your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated.
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The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model.
The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model.
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.... Spring battery lock (on selected models) The manual battery lock is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to a power source. Random-access memory module compartment (...on selected models) This compartment is used to your Notebook PC is inserted into the battery slot. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to keep the battery pack secured. Hard disk drive compartment (on...
.... Spring battery lock (on selected models) The manual battery lock is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to a power source. Random-access memory module compartment (...on selected models) This compartment is used to your Notebook PC is inserted into the battery slot. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to keep the battery pack secured. Hard disk drive compartment (on...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. 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.
Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. 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.
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WARNING! Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . 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 . NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
WARNING! Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . 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 . NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual