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...this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for which you are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express written..., without intent to real property and tangible personal property; SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual E8390 First Edition June 2013 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it...
...this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for which you are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express written..., without intent to real property and tangible personal property; SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual E8390 First Edition June 2013 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it...
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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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...: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides 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...
...: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides 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...
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... This message contains vital information that you can help complete tasks. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to keep you safe while... performing tasks and prevent damage to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be selected. This message contains important information that can ...
... This message contains vital information that you can help complete tasks. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to keep you safe while... performing tasks and prevent damage to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be selected. This message contains important information that can ...
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...ensure that you do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place your Notebook PC. Contact your Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on ...conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used and restrictions that can be used...
...ensure that you do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. While powered on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place your Notebook PC. Contact your Notebook PC in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on ...conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used and restrictions that can be used...
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...as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your... sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from your...
...as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your... sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from your...
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Do not throw the battery 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
Do not throw the battery 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
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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. 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
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... This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. You can also use . Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power button Press the...hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC shuts down. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Camera The built-in use the power button...
... This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on or off. You can also use . Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power button Press the...hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC shuts down. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Camera The built-in use the power button...
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... direction keys. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions...
... direction keys. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions...
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.... Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95...%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is between...
.... Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95...%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is between...
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... models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function 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. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your...
... models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function 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. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your...
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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. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
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. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
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... to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to ...increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically ...
... to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to ...increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically ...
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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. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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! NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive 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 .
WARNING! NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive 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 .