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...listed contract price of each such instance, regardless of the basis on which ASUS, its reseller. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR ...IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. In each product. or ...
...listed contract price of each such instance, regardless of the basis on which ASUS, its reseller. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR ...IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. In each product. or ...
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Table of Contents About this manual 6 Conventions used in this manual 7 Icons ...7 Typography...7 Safety precautions 8 Using your Notebook PC 8 Caring for your Notebook PC 9 Proper disposal 10 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC ... touchpad gestures 28 One-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...
Table of Contents About this manual 6 Conventions used in this manual 7 Icons ...7 Typography...7 Safety precautions 8 Using your Notebook PC 8 Caring for your Notebook PC 9 Proper disposal 10 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC ... touchpad gestures 28 One-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...
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.../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) The Power-on Self Test...
.../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) The Power-on Self Test...
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...-in Modem 105 ENERGY STAR complied product 106 European Union Eco-label 107 Prevention of Hearing Loss 107 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 108 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 108 Coating Notice 108 Regional notice for Singapore 108 Notebook PC...
...-in Modem 105 ENERGY STAR complied product 106 European Union Eco-label 107 Prevention of Hearing Loss 107 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 108 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 108 Coating Notice 108 Regional notice for Singapore 108 Notebook PC...
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... 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of 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 Setup This chapter details... Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC.
... 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of 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 Setup This chapter details... Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC.
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...indicates sections that must be selected. This message contains vital information that you can refer to complete a task. Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to keep you can help complete ...completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. WARNING! Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed...
...indicates sections that must be selected. This message contains vital information that you can refer to complete a task. Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to keep you can help complete ...completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. WARNING! Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed...
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.... Do not place your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that can be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with...
.... Do not place your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that can be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with...
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Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Caring for your Notebook PC ...
Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Caring for your Notebook PC ...
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Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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 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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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 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. 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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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 The Notebook view may vary per region or country.
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... use. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to take pictures or record videos using your environment. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera The built-in camera allows you to automatically adjust the brightness of the display depending on your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books...
... use. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to take pictures or record videos using your environment. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera The built-in camera allows you to automatically adjust the brightness of the display depending on your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books...
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... key This key launches the Taichi home page on your Notebook PC so you to the Using the Taichi key section in this manual. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the Tablet screen is activated. Tablet screen indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function ...
... key This key launches the Taichi home page on your Notebook PC so you to the Using the Taichi key section in this manual. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the Tablet screen is activated. Tablet screen indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function ...
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...another NFC-enabled device on selected models) The built-in NFC allows you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other files in... this manual. Near Field Communication (NFC) (on the left side of the Notebook PC's touchpad. To use the function keys, allows quick access to...
...another NFC-enabled device on selected models) The built-in NFC allows you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other files in... this manual. Near Field Communication (NFC) (on the left side of the Notebook PC's touchpad. To use the function keys, allows quick access to...
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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 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 are already in the Start screen, touch this button to go back to the last app you opened. Tablet View Windows® 8 touch button Touch this button to go back to the Start screen.
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 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 are already in the Start screen, touch this button to go back to the last app you opened. Tablet View Windows® 8 touch button Touch this button to go back to the Start screen.
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Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Tablet screen The Tablet screen allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC using touch gestures, refer to the Using gestures on using touch gestures. Camera The built-in this manual. NOTE: For more details on your Tablet screen section in camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC.
Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Tablet screen The Tablet screen allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC using touch gestures, refer to the Using gestures on using touch gestures. Camera The built-in this manual. NOTE: For more details on your Tablet screen section in camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC.
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Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. IMPORTANT! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. IMPORTANT! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in appearance depending on surfaces that can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. 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. WARNING! Audio speakers This Notebook PC uses SonicMaster technology developed in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen ICEPower®, allowing you to exit the Notebook PC. The audio features of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC.
Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. WARNING! Audio speakers This Notebook PC uses SonicMaster technology developed in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen ICEPower®, allowing you to exit the Notebook PC. The audio features of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC.
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... use the power switch to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it for HD DVD, Blu-ray and other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, move the power switch to the left to turn your Notebook PC to put your Notebook...
... use the power switch to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it for HD DVD, Blu-ray and other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, move the power switch to the left to turn your Notebook PC to put your Notebook...
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... cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to a power source. USB Charger+ allows you to hot while...
... cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to a power source. USB Charger+ allows you to hot while...