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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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... 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 PC 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 4 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
... 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 PC 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 4 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
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... on your Notebook PC. Italic = This indicates the keys 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. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must...
... on your Notebook PC. Italic = This indicates the keys 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. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must...
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...; 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...
...; 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...
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... for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account. 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 will only be prompted to create a ... later, you customized in options for your Notebook PC. The setup process consists of these sign in Step 4. Using Windows® 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to a series of steps where you can enable both of the following: Step 1: Pick ...
... for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account. 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 will only be prompted to create a ... later, you customized in options for your Notebook PC. The setup process consists of these sign in Step 4. Using Windows® 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to a series of steps where you can enable both of the following: Step 1: Pick ...
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...; 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 proceed. 3. Click on the touchpad or press any key on your local account or Microsoft ...account. 4. Press the power button on the keyboard to the following steps: 1. Sign in to Windows® 8. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM Starting up . The Start screen appears next...
...; 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 proceed. 3. Click on the touchpad or press any key on your local account or Microsoft ...account. 4. Press the power button on the keyboard to the following steps: 1. Sign in to Windows® 8. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM Starting up . The Start screen appears next...
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... a one place. Each of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections. live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in/out button for work and play on your Notebook PC. It also includes the following features that you can ... resolution of applications can be customized to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you need in just one -stop hub for live tiles This group...
... a one place. Each of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections. live tiles User account Windows® apps Zoom in/out button for work and play on your Notebook PC. It also includes the following features that you can ... resolution of applications can be customized to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you need in just one -stop hub for live tiles This group...
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... the app to activate its settings then click on the app then drag to a new location. Press enter to browse through the apps. 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...
... the app to activate its settings then click on the app then drag to a new location. Press enter to browse through the apps. 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...
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The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. 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. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM
The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. 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. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM
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Press Windows key + C. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar. ...
Press Windows key + C. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 15 15 8/13/12 2:48:01 PM Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar. ...
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... side of your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your screen. 3. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. A screen resolution of the display panel. Once activated, the Snap bar appears...
... side of your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your screen. 3. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. A screen resolution of the display panel. Once activated, the Snap bar appears...
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Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on Settings.
Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on Settings.
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....indd 29 29 8/13/12 2:48:14 PM NOTE: This process may take a while to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Follow the onscreen instructions to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option in PC Settings.... Remove everything and reinstall Windows Restoring your data before enabling this option. Under this option: IMPORTANT! Refer to the steps below to enable this option, click Get...
....indd 29 29 8/13/12 2:48:14 PM NOTE: This process may take a while to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Follow the onscreen instructions to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option in PC Settings.... Remove everything and reinstall Windows Restoring your data before enabling this option. Under this option: IMPORTANT! Refer to the steps below to enable this option, click Get...
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Click Settings > Power > Shutdown. Select Shut Down from the drop-down your Notebook PC Shutting down list then click OK. 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 30 8/13/12 2:48:17 PM Shutting down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or from the desktop, press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Launch the Charm bar. 2. To shut down from the desktop. 1.
Click Settings > Power > Shutdown. Select Shut Down from the drop-down your Notebook PC Shutting down list then click OK. 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 30 8/13/12 2:48:17 PM Shutting down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or from the desktop, press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Launch the Charm bar. 2. To shut down from the desktop. 1.