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...its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO..., YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in ...
...its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO..., YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in ...
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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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... to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. 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 to...
... to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. 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 to...
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NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that 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 keep you can help complete tasks. WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu ...or an item that you can refer to complete a task. This message contains vital information that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your...
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that 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 keep you can help complete tasks. WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu ...or an item that you can refer to complete a task. This message contains vital information that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your...
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... airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with your Notebook PC on , ensure that can be used and restrictions that must be used on... with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with any materials that you do not expose them to the rating label on the bottom of your ...
... airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with your Notebook PC on , ensure that can be used and restrictions that must be used on... with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with any materials that you do not expose them to the rating label on the bottom of your ...
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...with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not place objects on or ...near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power ...
...with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not place objects on or ...near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power ...
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Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse 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 parts and recycling.
Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse 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 parts and recycling.
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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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.... 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 about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use... the power button to turn your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. You can also use . Microphone ...
.... 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 about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use... the power button to turn your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. You can also use . Microphone ...
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... input and as pointer direction keys. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual
... input and as pointer direction keys. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... 17 Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is... is less than 95%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware ...
... 17 Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is... is less than 95%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware ...
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...(Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock ...function is enabled. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number...
...(Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock ...function is enabled. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number...
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WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
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... supplies power to keep the battery pack secured. IMPORTANT! This lock should be held in place once it is used to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules... to insert or remove the battery pack. Spring battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is connected to exit the Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when ...
... supplies power to keep the battery pack secured. IMPORTANT! This lock should be held in place once it is used to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules... to insert or remove the battery pack. Spring battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is connected to exit the Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when ...
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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. 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.
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WARNING! Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 . Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work .
WARNING! Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 . Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work .