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... Side...23 Front Side...24 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC 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 and touchpad 29 Using the touch screen 29 Using the touchpad...31 Using the keyboard 38 Function keys...38 Function keys for ASUS Apps 39 Windows®8 keys...40 Multimedia control keys (on selected models 40 Numeric keypad (on selected models 41 Using the optical drive 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Side...23 Front Side...24 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC 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 and touchpad 29 Using the touch screen 29 Using the touchpad...31 Using the keyboard 38 Function keys...38 Function keys for ASUS Apps 39 Windows®8 keys...40 Multimedia control keys (on selected models 40 Numeric keypad (on selected models 41 Using the optical drive 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... 86 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 86 BIOS...86 Accessing BIOS...86 BIOS Settings...87 Troubleshoot...97 Refresh your PC...97 Reset your PC...98 Advanced options...99 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Upgrading memory modules 102 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 108 Hardware FAQs...109 Software FAQs...112 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 116 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 118 Internal Modem Compliancy 118 Overview...119 Network...
... 86 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 86 BIOS...86 Accessing BIOS...86 BIOS Settings...87 Troubleshoot...97 Refresh your PC...97 Reset your PC...98 Advanced options...99 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Upgrading memory modules 102 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 108 Hardware FAQs...109 Software FAQs...112 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 116 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 118 Internal Modem Compliancy 118 Overview...119 Network...
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Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Remove any extra...
Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Remove any extra...
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... key to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Using capital lock allows you to launch the ASUS VivoBook app. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives...
... key to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Number lock indicator (on your keyboard for numeric input. Using capital lock allows you to launch the ASUS VivoBook app. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives...
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... keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
... keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
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...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. Optical disc drive eject button Press this port to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this button to an external microphone. USB 2.0 port 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. Right Side 15" and 14" model Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports...
...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. Optical disc drive eject button Press this port to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this button to an external microphone. USB 2.0 port 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. Right Side 15" and 14" model Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports...
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Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you opened. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. Stop Skip to previous track or rewind Play or pause Skip to simulate the right-click functions. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to...
... arrow keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you opened. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC. Stop Skip to previous track or rewind Play or pause Skip to simulate the right-click functions. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to...
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Press the power button on your Notebook PC. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to use on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Watch this to your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your PC 5. From the setup screen, pick a language to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in...
Press the power button on your Notebook PC. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to use on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual Watch this to your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your PC 5. From the setup screen, pick a language to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in...
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Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app. The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 74 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. To launch LifeFrame Press .
Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app. The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 74 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. To launch LifeFrame Press .
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ASUS Cloud Tap this app to launch the ASUS Cloud Services home page and get quick access to the following cloud-based apps: ASUS Webstorage and Live Update ASUS Cloud Services home page 84 Notebook PC E-Manual
ASUS Cloud Tap this app to launch the ASUS Cloud Services home page and get quick access to the following cloud-based apps: ASUS Webstorage and Live Update ASUS Cloud Services home page 84 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of the Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to system instability or boot failure. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of a trained service personnel. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to most conditions of software-controlled diagnostic...
... to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of the Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to system instability or boot failure. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of a trained service personnel. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to most conditions of software-controlled diagnostic...
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... Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 87 BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. You may differ by model and territory. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright...
... Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 87 BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. You may differ by model and territory. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright...
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... Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 88 Notebook PC E-Manual Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
... Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 88 Notebook PC E-Manual Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this is only asked for when entering Setup. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will have Administrator rights. Set Administrator Password. Security This menu allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
... Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this is only asked for when entering Setup. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will have Administrator rights. Set Administrator Password. Security This menu allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
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... to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock then select Lock. Aptio Setup Utility - USB...
... to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock then select Lock. Aptio Setup Utility - USB...
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... Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 95 Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Connect...
... Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 95 Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Connect...
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... out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you have the latest security settings. • Use ASUS Live Update to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in your Notebook PC for a long period of time (at extremely high temperatures. Internet connection information 108 Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to resetting your Notebook PC: - If...
... out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you have the latest security settings. • Use ASUS Live Update to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in your Notebook PC for a long period of time (at extremely high temperatures. Internet connection information 108 Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to resetting your Notebook PC: - If...
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... turn up . Why is my touchpad not working ? When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? My battery LED indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 110 Notebook PC E-Manual For more details, refer to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem...
... turn up . Why is my touchpad not working ? When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? My battery LED indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 110 Notebook PC E-Manual For more details, refer to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem...
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... Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to turn off this function. • Press . 11. My Notebook PC cannot do keystrokes correctly because my cursor keeps on the keyboard. Make sure that nothing accidentally touches or presses on your Notebook PC. How can I already connected my headphone into the right jack port? My Notebook PC's touchpad is set to your touchpad while you type on moving. Notebook PC E-Manual 111 8. Why does audio...
... Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to turn off this function. • Press . 11. My Notebook PC cannot do keystrokes correctly because my cursor keeps on the keyboard. Make sure that nothing accidentally touches or presses on your Notebook PC. How can I already connected my headphone into the right jack port? My Notebook PC's touchpad is set to your touchpad while you type on moving. Notebook PC E-Manual 111 8. Why does audio...