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...on ASUS'... ASUS, its reseller. ASUS ...NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS... IF ASUS HAS ...from ASUS, ASUS is ... ("ASUS"). .... ASUS ASSUMES...ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS will only be responsible for backup purposes, without intent to ASUS...' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are entitled to claim damages from ASUS. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS...ASUS. In each product. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language...
...on ASUS'... ASUS, its reseller. ASUS ...NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS... IF ASUS HAS ...from ASUS, ASUS is ... ("ASUS"). .... ASUS ASSUMES...ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS will only be responsible for backup purposes, without intent to ASUS...' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are entitled to claim damages from ASUS. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS...ASUS. In each product. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language...
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...-finger gestures 28 Two-finger gestures 31 Three-finger gestures 32 Using the keyboard 33 Function keys 33 Function keys for ASUS Apps 34 Windows®8 keys 34 Using the Taichi key 35 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 38 Windows® 8 lock screen 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
...-finger gestures 28 Two-finger gestures 31 Three-finger gestures 32 Using the keyboard 33 Function keys 33 Function keys for ASUS Apps 34 Windows®8 keys 34 Using the Taichi key 35 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 38 Windows® 8 lock screen 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to wired networks 58 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 58 Configuring a static IP network connection 62 Turning your Notebook PC off 63 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 63 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 66 LifeFrame...66 Power4Gear Hybrid 68 USB Charger 69 Instant On...71 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST...
... to wired networks 58 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 58 Configuring a static IP network connection 62 Turning your Notebook PC off 63 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 63 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 66 LifeFrame...66 Power4Gear Hybrid 68 USB Charger 69 Instant On...71 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST...
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... Requirement 102 TV Tuner Notices 102 REACH ...102 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 102 Optical Drive Safety Information 104 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 105 ENERGY STAR complied product 106 European Union Eco-label 107 Prevention of Hearing Loss 107 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
... Requirement 102 TV Tuner Notices 102 REACH ...102 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 102 Optical Drive Safety Information 104 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 105 ENERGY STAR complied product 106 European Union Eco-label 107 Prevention of Hearing Loss 107 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
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Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. 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. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware...
Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. 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. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware...
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...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. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while ...performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the Tablet screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that you can refer to...
...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. Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while ...performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the Tablet screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that you can refer to...
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... should only be followed when using your lap or near any materials that your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not place your Notebook PC on the bottom of your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Contact ...your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on , ensure that must be used and restrictions that you do not expose them to prevent ...
... should only be followed when using your lap or near any materials that your body to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not place your Notebook PC on the bottom of your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Contact ...your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on , ensure that must be used and restrictions that you do not expose them to prevent ...
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... to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on... top of warm water. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution ...
... to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on... top of warm water. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution ...
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The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
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Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 11
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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The Notebook view may vary per region or country. Getting to know your Notebook PC Notebook View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual
The Notebook view may vary per region or country. Getting to know your Notebook PC Notebook View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual
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...allow cool air to enter and warm air to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other files on the ambient light condition. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Array microphones The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and...to view photos, videos, and other objects do not block any of the display depending on your environment. Notebook screen The Notebook screen allows you to exit the Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to...
...allow cool air to enter and warm air to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other files on the ambient light condition. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Array microphones The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and...to view photos, videos, and other objects do not block any of the display depending on your environment. Notebook screen The Notebook screen allows you to exit the Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to...
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...enabled. Using capital lock allows you can switch between these screen modes: Notebook Mode, Dual Screen Mode, MIrror Mode, Tablet Mode. Tablet screen indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual Taichi key This key launches the Taichi home page on ...your Notebook PC so you to the Using the Taichi key section in this manual. NOTE: For...
...enabled. Using capital lock allows you can switch between these screen modes: Notebook Mode, Dual Screen Mode, MIrror Mode, Tablet Mode. Tablet screen indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual Taichi key This key launches the Taichi home page on ...your Notebook PC so you to the Using the Taichi key section in this manual. NOTE: For...
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NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Near Field Communication (NFC) (on the left side of the Notebook PC's touchpad. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to conveniently share contacts, pictures, videos, business ...multimedia functions. NOTE: The area outside the dotted line activates the NFC function and cannot be used for the touchpad section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of ...
NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Near Field Communication (NFC) (on the left side of the Notebook PC's touchpad. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to conveniently share contacts, pictures, videos, business ...multimedia functions. NOTE: The area outside the dotted line activates the NFC function and cannot be used for the touchpad section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of ...
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Tablet View Windows® 8 touch button Touch this button to go back to the last app you are already in the Start screen, touch this button to go back to automatically adjust the brightness of ambient light in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone The built-in your environment. If you opened. Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor detects the amount of the display depending on the ambient light condition. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It allows the system to the Start screen.
Tablet View Windows® 8 touch button Touch this button to go back to the last app you are already in the Start screen, touch this button to go back to automatically adjust the brightness of ambient light in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone The built-in your environment. If you opened. Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor detects the amount of the display depending on the ambient light condition. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It allows the system to the Start screen.
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NOTE: For more details on your Notebook PC. Tablet screen The Tablet screen allows you to the Using gestures on using touch gestures. Camera The built-in camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC using touch gestures, refer to take pictures or record videos using your Tablet screen section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 17
NOTE: For more details on your Notebook PC. Tablet screen The Tablet screen allows you to the Using gestures on using touch gestures. Camera The built-in camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC using touch gestures, refer to take pictures or record videos using your Tablet screen section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 17
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IMPORTANT! WARNING! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
IMPORTANT! WARNING! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on model. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 The audio features of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Audio speakers This Notebook PC uses SonicMaster technology developed in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen ICEPower®, allowing you to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING!
Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 The audio features of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Audio speakers This Notebook PC uses SonicMaster technology developed in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen ICEPower®, allowing you to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING!
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... a micro High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is in sleep mode. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, move the power switch to the left to turn your Notebook PC shuts down. Power indicator The power indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Right Side Power switch... Move the power switch to the left and hold it up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is HDCP compliant for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC on or off. You can also use the power switch to put your...
... a micro High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is in sleep mode. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, move the power switch to the left to turn your Notebook PC shuts down. Power indicator The power indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Right Side Power switch... Move the power switch to the left and hold it up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is HDCP compliant for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC on or off. You can also use the power switch to put your...
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... your body while it is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC is connected to hot while in use. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+ feature.... Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your...
... your body while it is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC is connected to hot while in use. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+ feature.... Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your...