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...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 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of... their respective companies, and are entitled to recover damages from ASUS. E8248 First Edition April 2013 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION...
...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 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of... their respective companies, and are entitled to recover damages from ASUS. E8248 First Edition April 2013 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION...
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... Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad.......29 Using the touch screen 29 Using the touchpad...31 Using ASUS Smart Gesture 37 Enabling the rotate and ...three-finger gestures 37 Using the rotate and three-finger gestures 39 Using the keyboard 40 Function keys...40 Function keys for ASUS Apps 41 Windows®8 keys...41 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad.......29 Using the touch screen 29 Using the touchpad...31 Using ASUS Smart Gesture 37 Enabling the rotate and ...three-finger gestures 37 Using the rotate and three-finger gestures 39 Using the keyboard 40 Function keys...40 Function keys for ASUS Apps 41 Windows®8 keys...41 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to wired networks 67 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 67 Configuring a static IP network connection 69 Turning your Notebook PC off 70 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 70 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72 LifeFrame...72 Power4Gear Hybrid...74 Instant On...76 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on...
... to wired networks 67 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 67 Configuring a static IP network connection 69 Turning your Notebook PC off 70 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 70 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72 LifeFrame...72 Power4Gear Hybrid...74 Instant On...76 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on...
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... BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 94 Hardware FAQs...95 Software FAQs...98 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 102 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models... aux ondes radio .... 111 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 112 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 112 UL Safety Notices...114 Power Safety Requirement 115 Notebook PC E-Manual
... BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 94 Hardware FAQs...95 Software FAQs...98 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 102 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models... aux ondes radio .... 111 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 112 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 112 UL Safety Notices...114 Power Safety Requirement 115 Notebook PC E-Manual
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TV Notices...115 REACH...115 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 115 Prevention of Hearing Loss 115 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 116 Optical Drive Safety Information 117 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 118 ENERGY STAR complied product 120 European Union Eco-label 120 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 121 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 121 Regional notice for Singapore 121 Notebook PC E-Manual
TV Notices...115 REACH...115 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 115 Prevention of Hearing Loss 115 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 116 Optical Drive Safety Information 117 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 118 ENERGY STAR complied product 120 European Union Eco-label 120 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 121 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 121 Regional notice for Singapore 121 Notebook PC E-Manual
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...statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information ... presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer 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...
...statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information ... presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer 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...
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This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchscreen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can help complete tasks. NOTE: ...message contains additional information and tips that must be selected. WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains important...
This message contains vital information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchscreen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can help complete tasks. NOTE: ...message contains additional information and tips that must be selected. WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can refer to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains important...
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... or near any materials that must be used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that you do not expose them to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not use damaged ...power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC on , ensure that your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). While powered on uneven...
... or near any materials that must be used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that you do not expose them to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not use damaged ...power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC on , ensure that your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). While powered on uneven...
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...detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the ...
...detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the ...
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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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. 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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
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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. 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. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual The top view may vary per region or country.
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...quick access to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on or off. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode.... Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or...
...quick access to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on or off. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode.... Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or...
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...details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of a ...regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of your Notebook PC. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the ...
...details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of a ...regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of your Notebook PC. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the ...
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The Notebook PC is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is plugged to 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is less than 95%.
The Notebook PC is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is plugged to 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is less than 95%.
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Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys ...on selected models) This indicator lights up when your keyboard for numeric input. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your...
Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys ...on selected models) This indicator lights up when your keyboard for numeric input. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your...
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IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
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WARNING! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. The audio features of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Audio speakers The built-in audio speaker allows you to exit the Notebook PC.
WARNING! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. The audio features of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Audio speakers The built-in audio speaker allows you to exit the Notebook PC.
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...use this port to connect to an external microphone. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect your... Notebook PC to secure your Notebook PC to a local area network. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to amplified speakers or ...
...use this port to connect to an external microphone. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect your... Notebook PC to secure your Notebook PC to a local area network. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to amplified speakers or ...
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... HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is connected to hot while in use. IMPORTANT! VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC. Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your... Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as monitors or projectors. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply ...
... HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is connected to hot while in use. IMPORTANT! VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC. Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your... Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as monitors or projectors. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply ...