User Guide for English Edition
Page 1
E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
User Guide for English Edition
Page 4
... connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your Notebook PC 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 4 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
... connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your Notebook PC 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 4 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
User Guide for English Edition
Page 5
Italic = This indicates the keys you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. As you read along, you should press on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use ...
Italic = This indicates the keys you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. As you read along, you should press on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use ...
User Guide for English Edition
Page 6
...; 8 To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to Windows® 8: Processor 1GHz or faster RAM 1GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) Hard disk space 16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) ...Graphics card Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver Screen resolution 1024 x 768 for Windows® apps 1366 x 768 for Snap feature NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http:// www...
...; 8 To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to Windows® 8: Processor 1GHz or faster RAM 1GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) Hard disk space 16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) ...Graphics card Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver Screen resolution 1024 x 768 for Windows® apps 1366 x 768 for Snap feature NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http:// www...
User Guide for English Edition
Page 7
... your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account. Using Windows® 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to the internet during the setup process. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM The setup process... to Connect to a wireless network later, you will only be prompted to sign in Step 4. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you customized in using your Notebook PC.
... your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account. Using Windows® 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to the internet during the setup process. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM The setup process... to Connect to a wireless network later, you will only be prompted to sign in Step 4. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you customized in using your Notebook PC.
User Guide for English Edition
Page 8
... on your Notebook PC . 2. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. The Start screen appears next, indicating... that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM Press the power button on the keyboard to Windows® 8. Sign in to proceed. 3. Starting up .
... on your Notebook PC . 2. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. The Start screen appears next, indicating... that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM Press the power button on the keyboard to Windows® 8. Sign in to proceed. 3. Starting up .
User Guide for English Edition
Page 9
...e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM NOTE: Some apps require signing in /out button for work and play on your Notebook PC. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to your user account. Start screen The Start screen appears after ...while working on your Notebook PC. It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. A screen resolution of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections...
...e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM NOTE: Some apps require signing in /out button for work and play on your Notebook PC. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to your user account. Start screen The Start screen appears after ...while working on your Notebook PC. It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. A screen resolution of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections...
User Guide for English Edition
Page 12
... app's screen, press alt + f4. Launching apps Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to close it . Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch the app you chose. Press enter to launch and customize your mouse pointer on...
... app's screen, press alt + f4. Launching apps Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to close it . Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch the app you chose. Press enter to launch and customize your mouse pointer on...
User Guide for English Edition
Page 13
Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z.
Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z.
User Guide for English Edition
Page 15
... bar looks like once activated. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Press Windows key + C. Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar.
... bar looks like once activated. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Press Windows key + C. Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar.
User Guide for English Edition
Page 17
... screen. 3. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM Click on an app to activate the Snap bar. Launch an app then press the Windows key + .
... screen. 3. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM Click on an app to activate the Snap bar. Launch an app then press the Windows key + .
User Guide for English Edition
Page 25
To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. 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 Settings. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only.
To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. 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 Settings. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only.
User Guide for English Edition
Page 29
... reinstall option in PC Settings. Back up all your Notebook PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Click Settings > Change PC Settings >General. 3. Under this option. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete. 1. NOTE: This process may take a while to complete the...
... reinstall option in PC Settings. Back up all your Notebook PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Click Settings > Change PC Settings >General. 3. Under this option. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete. 1. NOTE: This process may take a while to complete the...
User Guide for English Edition
Page 30
Click Settings > Power > Shutdown. To shut down from the drop-down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or from the desktop. 1. Select Shut Down from the desktop, press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Shutting down your Notebook PC Shutting down list then click OK. 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 30 8/13/12 2:48:17 PM Launch the Charm bar. 2.
Click Settings > Power > Shutdown. To shut down from the drop-down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or from the desktop. 1. Select Shut Down from the desktop, press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Shutting down your Notebook PC Shutting down list then click OK. 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 30 8/13/12 2:48:17 PM Launch the Charm bar. 2.
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 2
... Pack 37 Power Options 38 Power Management Modes 40 Sleep and Hibernate 40 Thermal Power Control 42 Special Keyboard Functions 43 Hot Keys ...43 Microsoft Windows Keys 45 Keyboard as Numeric Keypad (on selected models 46 Keyboard as Pointers (on selected models 46 Multimedia Control Keys 47 Button and Status Indicators...
... Pack 37 Power Options 38 Power Management Modes 40 Sleep and Hibernate 40 Thermal Power Control 42 Special Keyboard Functions 43 Hot Keys ...43 Microsoft Windows Keys 45 Keyboard as Numeric Keypad (on selected models 46 Keyboard as Pointers (on selected models 46 Multimedia Control Keys 47 Button and Status Indicators...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 17
..., refer to Special Keyboard functions under Chapter 3. 7 Touchpad The touchpad is a pointing device that can enable hot keys, allow easy Windows or web navigation. A software-controlled scrolling function is opened. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with special keyboard functions that...power button turns the Notebook PC ON and OFF, and wakes it up the included touchpad utility to allow quick access to Windows, and control multimedia functions. The power button only works when the display panel is available after setting up from suspend mode....
..., refer to Special Keyboard functions under Chapter 3. 7 Touchpad The touchpad is a pointing device that can enable hot keys, allow easy Windows or web navigation. A software-controlled scrolling function is opened. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with special keyboard functions that...power button turns the Notebook PC ON and OFF, and wakes it up the included touchpad utility to allow quick access to Windows, and control multimedia functions. The power button only works when the display panel is available after setting up from suspend mode....
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 23
You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 5 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in place ...
You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows "Computer" and selecting Eject. 5 Optical Drive Emergency Eject (location varies by model) The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in place ...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 35
Continued use may result in for more effective scan and repair but the process will run Window's disk checking program: click Windows > select Computer > right-click a hard disk drive icon > choose Properties > click the Tools tab > click Check Now > click Start.You can also select...Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your data immediately and run Windows disk checking program.To run slower. If warnings are still given during POST and gives a warning message if the hard disk drive requires ...
Continued use may result in for more effective scan and repair but the process will run Window's disk checking program: click Windows > select Computer > right-click a hard disk drive icon > choose Properties > click the Tools tab > click Check Now > click Start.You can also select...Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your data immediately and run Windows disk checking program.To run slower. If warnings are still given during POST and gives a warning message if the hard disk drive requires ...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 36
... the actual figure varies depending on how you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Right-click the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon with power adapter. Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does...the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon without power adapter. Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of working power. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few...
... the actual figure varies depending on how you continue to ignore the low battery warnings, the Notebook PC eventually enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR). Right-click the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon with power adapter. Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does...the battery icon Pointer over the battery icon without power adapter. Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of working power. A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few...
User's Manual for English Edition
Page 38
To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your operating system, you may be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to the lock icon. Actual behavior of the power switch can be prompted to ...
To protect the hard drive, wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your operating system, you may be customized in Windows Control Panel "Power Options." Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to the lock icon. Actual behavior of the power switch can be prompted to ...