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... for 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 SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO...
... for 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 SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO...
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...your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS ...Apps 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
...your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS ...Apps 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to wired networks 54 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 54 Configuring a static IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on... BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
... to wired networks 54 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 54 Configuring a static IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on... BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Requirement 95 TV Tuner Notices 95 REACH ...95 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 95 Optical Drive Safety Information 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
... Requirement 95 TV Tuner Notices 95 REACH ...95 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 95 Optical Drive Safety Information 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
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... shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8. Appendices This section includes...components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following information is only for your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with your Notebook PC's Windows...
... shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8. Appendices This section includes...components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following information is only for your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with your Notebook PC's Windows...
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... vital information that can help complete tasks. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips... menu or an item 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 selected. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you can refer to...
... vital information that can help complete tasks. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips... menu or an item 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 selected. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you can refer to...
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...airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place your Notebook PC on the bottom of your body to learn about related inflight services that can... items placed on your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be used and restrictions that your lap or near any...
...airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place your Notebook PC on the bottom of your body to learn about related inflight services that can... items placed on your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be used and restrictions that your lap or near any...
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... nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the ...battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Notebook PC E-Manual ...
... nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the ...battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Notebook PC E-Manual ...
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Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. The symbol of electronic products. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual The symbol of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste.
Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. The symbol of electronic products. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual The symbol of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery 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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...air vents or else overheating may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on or off. Camera indicator The camera ...or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple ...
...air vents or else overheating may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on or off. Camera indicator The camera ...or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple ...
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It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. Battery power is less than 95%. Blinking Orange Battery power is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is in sleep mode Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC.
Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. Battery power is less than 95%. Blinking Orange Battery power is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is in sleep mode Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC.
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Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled.
Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled.
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.... Audio speakers The built-in use or while charging the battery pack. The audio features of this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Ensure that can get warm to hot while in audio speakers allow cool... air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in appearance depending on surfaces ...
.... Audio speakers The built-in use or while charging the battery pack. The audio features of this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Ensure that can get warm to hot while in audio speakers allow cool... air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in appearance depending on surfaces ...
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... such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. USB 2.0 port This Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such ...as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats.
... such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. USB 2.0 port This Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such ...as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats.
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...! Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to wired networks section in use. LAN port Insert the network cable into this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 NOTE: For more details, refer to the Connecting to a power source. 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. The adapter may become warm to hot while in this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your...
...! Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to wired networks section in use. LAN port Insert the network cable into this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 NOTE: For more details, refer to the Connecting to a power source. 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. The adapter may become warm to hot while in this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your...
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USB 2.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are backward compatible to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 ports (on the USB port and device used. Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to USB 2.0 and ...
USB 2.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are backward compatible to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 3.0 ports (on the USB port and device used. Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to USB 2.0 and ...