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...maximum for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT ...BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS...
...maximum for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT ...BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS...
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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 ...®8 keys...34 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 36 Windows® 8 lock screen 36 Windows® UI...37 Notebook PC E-Manual
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 ...®8 keys...34 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 36 Windows® 8 lock screen 36 Windows® UI...37 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... connection 59 Configuring a static IP network connection 61 Turning your Notebook PC off 62 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 62 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 64 Power4Gear Hybrid...64 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 70 Using POST to access... BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 BIOS Settings...71 Troubleshoot...81 Refresh your PC...81 Reset your PC...82 Advanced options...83 Notebook PC E-Manual
... connection 59 Configuring a static IP network connection 61 Turning your Notebook PC off 62 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 62 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 64 Power4Gear Hybrid...64 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 70 Using POST to access... BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 BIOS Settings...71 Troubleshoot...81 Refresh your PC...81 Reset your PC...82 Advanced options...83 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 110 ENERGY STAR complied product 112 European Union Eco-label 112 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 113 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 113 Regional notice for Singapore 113 Notebook PC...
... (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 110 ENERGY STAR complied product 112 European Union Eco-label 112 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 113 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 113 Regional notice for Singapore 113 Notebook PC...
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... This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® ...tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you how to use POST to for 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 ...Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of your Notebook PC.
... This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® ...tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you how to use POST to for 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 ...Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of your Notebook PC.
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... message contains vital information that must be selected. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to in this manual. This message contains important information that can refer to complete a task. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that ...you can help complete tasks. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to keep you can use for completing a series...
... message contains vital information that must be selected. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to in this manual. This message contains important information that can refer to complete a task. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that ...you can help complete tasks. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to keep you can use for completing a series...
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... used on items placed on your lap or near any materials that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not leave your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Safety precautions Using your...
... used on items placed on your lap or near any materials that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not leave your Notebook PC on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Safety precautions Using your...
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.... Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Notebook PC E-Manual
.... Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Notebook PC E-Manual
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This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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. 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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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. 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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
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The top view may vary per region or country. Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual
The top view may vary per region or country. Getting to know your Notebook PC Top 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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... array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and beam forming functions for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on the ambient light condition. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Using capital lock allows you to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the built...
... array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and beam forming functions for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on the ambient light condition. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Using capital lock allows you to operate your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the built...
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... the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the Notebook PC is in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive...
... the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the Notebook PC is in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive...
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... not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. When working on model. IMPORTANT! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the...
... not block any of the Notebook PC can block the vents. When working on model. IMPORTANT! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the...
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Right Side Headphone output jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. USB 3.0 port This USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to USB 2.0. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual HDMI port This port is for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback.
Right Side Headphone output jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. USB 3.0 port This USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to USB 2.0. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual HDMI port This port is for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback.
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... port to charge the battery pack and supply power to a DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience high-resolution display features. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Mini DisplayPort port Use a mini DisplayPort adapter to connect your Notebook PC to your Notebook PC. Do not cover the adapter and keep it...
... port to charge the battery pack and supply power to a DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience high-resolution display features. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Mini DisplayPort port Use a mini DisplayPort adapter to connect your Notebook PC to your Notebook PC. Do not cover the adapter and keep it...
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Left Side USB 3.0 ports These USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to USB 2.0. Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
Left Side USB 3.0 ports These USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to USB 2.0. Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... battery mode for the first time. B. IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC from the power socket. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Getting started Charge your Notebook PC's power (DC) input. NOTE: The power adapter may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. •...
... battery mode for the first time. B. IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC from the power socket. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Getting started Charge your Notebook PC's power (DC) input. NOTE: The power adapter may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. •...
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Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if ... components must be recycled or disposed of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from children. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 21 NOTE: Power adapter information: • Input voltage: 100-240Vac • Input frequency: 50-60Hz • Rating output current: 2.37 A (45W)* or 3.42A (65W)* •...
Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if ... components must be recycled or disposed of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from children. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 21 NOTE: Power adapter information: • Input voltage: 100-240Vac • Input frequency: 50-60Hz • Rating output current: 2.37 A (45W)* or 3.42A (65W)* •...