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... Left Side...18 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...20 Charge your Notebook PC 20 Lift to open the display panel 22 Press the power button 22 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 23 Using the touch screen panel 23 Using the touchpad...25 Using the keyboard 32 Function keys...32 Function key for Power4Gear Hybrid 33 Windows®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
... Left Side...18 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...20 Charge your Notebook PC 20 Lift to open the display panel 22 Press the power button 22 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 23 Using the touch screen panel 23 Using the touchpad...25 Using the keyboard 32 Function keys...32 Function key for Power4Gear Hybrid 33 Windows®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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... network 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
... network 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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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 86 Hardware FAQs...87 Software FAQs...90 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 94 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 96 Internal Modem Compliancy 96 Overview...97 Network Compatibility Declaration 97 Non-Voice Equipment 97 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 99 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 100 Declaration of...
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 86 Hardware FAQs...87 Software FAQs...90 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 94 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 96 Internal Modem Compliancy 96 Overview...97 Network Compatibility Declaration 97 Non-Voice Equipment 97 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 99 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 100 Declaration of...
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... safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview 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 the hardware components of using Windows® 8 in your...
... safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview 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 the hardware components of using Windows® 8 in your...
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... audio recording. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC's keyboard. Using capital lock allows you to automatically adjust the brightness of ambient light in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera The built-in use. It allows the system to take pictures or record videos using touch gestures. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal...
... audio recording. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in camera allows you to operate your Notebook PC's keyboard. Using capital lock allows you to automatically adjust the brightness of ambient light in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera The built-in use. It allows the system to take pictures or record videos using touch gestures. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is accessing the internal...
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... that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is turned on or off. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. You can also use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. Power indicator The power indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode.
... that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is turned on or off. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. You can also use the function keys, allows quick access to the Gestures for typing. Power indicator The power indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode.
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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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...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 removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type...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 ...
...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 removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type...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 ...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off 32 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard Increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off 32 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard Increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that can be used to launch an ASUS app. Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app NOTE: For more details, refer to your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Toggles the ambient light sensor on or off Function key for Power4Gear Hybrid Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function key that the second display is connected to the Power4Gear Hybrid section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 33
Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that can be used to launch an ASUS app. Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app NOTE: For more details, refer to your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Toggles the ambient light sensor on or off Function key for Power4Gear Hybrid Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function key that the second display is connected to the Power4Gear Hybrid section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 33
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... more about Windows®8 functionalities. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC. Press the power button on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you in to your PC 5. Starting for...
... more about Windows®8 functionalities. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC. Press the power button on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you in to your PC 5. Starting for...
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... service personnel. Using POST to most conditions of the Notebook PC's architecture. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run when you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of...
... service personnel. Using POST to most conditions of the Notebook PC's architecture. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run when you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of...
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... Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option...
... Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option...
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...Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual...
...Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O) interface, and USB interface. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
... User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O) interface, and USB interface. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
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... to lock then select Lock. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. USB...
... to lock then select Lock. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. USB...
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... download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Aptio Setup Utility - Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter...
... download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Aptio Setup Utility - Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter...
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...; Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 86 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in ID and password - Useful tips for your Notebook...
...; Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 86 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in ID and password - Useful tips for your Notebook...
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... to disable the touchpad when connecting an external pointing device. 6. My battery LED indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 88 Notebook PC E-Manual When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound...
... to disable the touchpad when connecting an external pointing device. 6. My battery LED indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 88 Notebook PC E-Manual When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound...
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... right jack port? My Notebook PC's touchpad is set to turn off this feature and use the said keys for inputting letters. You can I change this function. • Press . 11. Instead of the following suggestions: • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is not working. If yes, disable this ? Notebook PC E-Manual 89 You can also disable your touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to configure the settings. 9. Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager...
... right jack port? My Notebook PC's touchpad is set to turn off this feature and use the said keys for inputting letters. You can I change this function. • Press . 11. Instead of the following suggestions: • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is not working. If yes, disable this ? Notebook PC E-Manual 89 You can also disable your touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to configure the settings. 9. Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager...
