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... 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 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...
... 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 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...
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... 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 models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem...
... 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 models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem...
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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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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 place objects on ...
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 place objects on ...
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The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the 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. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
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... off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is... plugged to a power source and the battery power is in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Status indicators The status...
... off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is... plugged to a power source and the battery power is in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Status indicators The status...
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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! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
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! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
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... to increase the memory capacity of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Manual battery lock (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block... (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC is inserted into the battery slot. This lock should be held in place once it is connected to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be...
... to increase the memory capacity of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Manual battery lock (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block... (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC is inserted into the battery slot. This lock should be held in place once it is connected to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be...
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Left Side 15" and 14" model Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. The adapter may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or ... PC E-Manual 23 Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC to connect your Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm...
Left Side 15" and 14" model Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. The adapter may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or ... PC E-Manual 23 Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC to connect your Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm...
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B. Move the manual battery lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 28 Notebook PC E-Manual Move the manual battery lock back to the unlocked position. Align and insert the battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. Getting started NOTE: If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures for installation. C. Install the battery pack. (on selected models) A.
B. Move the manual battery lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 28 Notebook PC E-Manual Move the manual battery lock back to the unlocked position. Align and insert the battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. Getting started NOTE: If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures for installation. C. Install the battery pack. (on selected models) A.
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Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 29 B. Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in appearance, depending on models and your region. Plug the AC power adapter into your Notebook PC. C. Charge your Notebook PC's power (DC) input. A. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in battery mode for the first time.
Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 29 B. Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in appearance, depending on models and your region. Plug the AC power adapter into your Notebook PC. C. Charge your Notebook PC's power (DC) input. A. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in battery mode for the first time.
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Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to hide the desktop your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. Use these power saving modes. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these options to customize Allows you to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press . Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your power saving mode. icons onscreen and turns the presentation mode on or off. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual
Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to hide the desktop your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. Use these power saving modes. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these options to customize Allows you to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press . Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your power saving mode. icons onscreen and turns the presentation mode on or off. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only.
Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only.
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...mode enables longer standby times allowing the battery to last for up to your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. IMPORTANT! The standby time varies according to thirty (30) days or more battery power while your ASUS Notebook PC is on deep sleep ...mode (Deep S3) using Instant On. When enabled, the Notebook PC returns to activate the battery saving mode. Instant On Save battery power while your Notebook PC is default-enabled...
...mode enables longer standby times allowing the battery to last for up to your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. IMPORTANT! The standby time varies according to thirty (30) days or more battery power while your ASUS Notebook PC is on deep sleep ...mode (Deep S3) using Instant On. When enabled, the Notebook PC returns to activate the battery saving mode. Instant On Save battery power while your Notebook PC is default-enabled...
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... the same. 94 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. NOTE: The appearance of your Notebook PC: WARNING! Purchase RAM modules from authorized retailers of your Notebook PC...
... the same. 94 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. NOTE: The appearance of your Notebook PC: WARNING! Purchase RAM modules from authorized retailers of your Notebook PC...
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Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. Purchase an HDD from authorized retailers of your Notebook PC's bottom side and HDD may also visit an ...
Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. Purchase an HDD from authorized retailers of your Notebook PC's bottom side and HDD may also visit an ...
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Turn off your Notebook PC. NOTE: The following steps are also applicable for removing and replacing the battery pack of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Installing a new battery pack (on selected models) WARNING! Purchase battery packs from authorized retailers of your Notebook PC and disconnect all connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector, before removing the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 103 IMPORTANT!
Turn off your Notebook PC. NOTE: The following steps are also applicable for removing and replacing the battery pack of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Installing a new battery pack (on selected models) WARNING! Purchase battery packs from authorized retailers of your Notebook PC and disconnect all connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector, before removing the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 103 IMPORTANT!
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C. Refer to the unlocked position. Move and hold on the spring battery lock. 104 Notebook PC E-Manual Move the manual battery lock to the following steps when installing a new battery pack for your hold the spring battery lock to an unlocked position. B. Pull out the old battery pack from the battery slot then release your Notebook PC. A.
C. Refer to the unlocked position. Move and hold on the spring battery lock. 104 Notebook PC E-Manual Move the manual battery lock to the following steps when installing a new battery pack for your hold the spring battery lock to an unlocked position. B. Pull out the old battery pack from the battery slot then release your Notebook PC. A.
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Align and insert the new battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. Notebook PC E-Manual 105 F. E. Move the manual battery lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. D. Move the manual battery lock back to the unlocked position.
Align and insert the new battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. Notebook PC E-Manual 105 F. E. Move the manual battery lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. D. Move the manual battery lock back to the unlocked position.
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... for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from lightning. • DO NOT use the Notebook PC in a wet basement or near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, ...-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in a fire, as power sources in products. There may be a remote risk of a gas leak. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. UL Safety Notices Required...
... for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from lightning. • DO NOT use the Notebook PC in a wet basement or near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, ...-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in a fire, as power sources in products. There may be a remote risk of a gas leak. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. UL Safety Notices Required...