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......17 Left Side...19 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...22 Charge your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 24 Press the power button 24 Gestures for the touchpad 25 Using the keyboard 32 Function keys...32 Function keys for ASUS Apps 33 Windows® 8.1 keys...34 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1 Starting for the first time 36 Windows® UI...37 Start screen...37 Hotspots...38 Start button...41 Customizing your Start screen 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
......17 Left Side...19 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...22 Charge your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 24 Press the power button 24 Gestures for the touchpad 25 Using the keyboard 32 Function keys...32 Function keys for ASUS Apps 33 Windows® 8.1 keys...34 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1 Starting for the first time 36 Windows® UI...37 Start screen...37 Hotspots...38 Start button...41 Customizing your Start screen 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Windows® 8.1 lock screen 60 To proceed from the lock screen 60 Customizing your lock screen 61 Chapter 4: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 64 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS...64 Accessing BIOS...64 BIOS Settings...65 Troubleshoot...75 Refresh your PC...75 Reset your PC...76 Advanced options...77 Notebook PC E-Manual
... IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Windows® 8.1 lock screen 60 To proceed from the lock screen 60 Customizing your lock screen 61 Chapter 4: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 64 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS...64 Accessing BIOS...64 BIOS Settings...65 Troubleshoot...75 Refresh your PC...75 Reset your PC...76 Advanced options...77 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. 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.
... of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. 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.
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... to enter and warm air to automatically adjust the brightness of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in use. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC's keyboard. It allows the system to exit the Notebook PC. Display panel This...
... to enter and warm air to automatically adjust the brightness of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in use. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC's keyboard. It allows the system to exit the Notebook PC. Display panel This...
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... the touchpad section in sleep mode. NOTE: For more details, refer to turn your Notebook PC on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power indicator The power indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. You can also use of a regular mouse. Keyboard The keyboard...
... the touchpad section in sleep mode. NOTE: For more details, refer to turn your Notebook PC on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power indicator The power indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. You can also use of a regular mouse. Keyboard The keyboard...
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... icon indicates this port's USB Charger+ feature which allows you to connect your Notebook PC to quick-charge mobile devices. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is in sleep mode. Mini DisplayPort port Use a mini DisplayPort adapter to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly...
... icon indicates this port's USB Charger+ feature which allows you to connect your Notebook PC to quick-charge mobile devices. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is in sleep mode. Mini DisplayPort port Use a mini DisplayPort adapter to connect your Notebook PC to USB 2.0. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports, MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. Left Side USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports, MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. Left Side USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
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... that your Notebook PC is connected to short-circuit your Notebook PC from children. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your Notebook PC's battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it...
... that your Notebook PC is connected to short-circuit your Notebook PC from children. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your Notebook PC's battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it...
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Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. 32 Notebook PC E-Manual
Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. 32 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Windows® 8.1 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to the last app you opened. Press this key to go back to simulate the right-click functions. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
Windows® 8.1 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to the last app you opened. Press this key to go back to simulate the right-click functions. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start screen. Start button on the Start screen NOTE: The actual color of your Start screen or any app that you chose for your Start button varies depending on any opened . Start button Windows® 8.1 features the Start button which allows you to call out the Start button. Notebook PC E-Manual 41 The Start button may be accessed from the Start screen, while on Desktop mode, and on the display settings you opened app to switch between the two most recent apps that is currently open onscreen.
Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start screen. Start button on the Start screen NOTE: The actual color of your Start screen or any app that you chose for your Start button varies depending on any opened . Start button Windows® 8.1 features the Start button which allows you to call out the Start button. Notebook PC E-Manual 41 The Start button may be accessed from the Start screen, while on Desktop mode, and on the display settings you opened app to switch between the two most recent apps that is currently open onscreen.
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... and Default gateway from your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap/click Connect. 11. Type your service provider. 4. Repeat steps 1 to the Internet then tap/click Next. 9. Return to the Internet. If needed, you just created. 13. Tap/click Broadband (PPPoE). 10. Type your user name and password then tap/click Connect to start connecting to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap/click Set up a new connection or network...
... and Default gateway from your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap/click Connect. 11. Type your service provider. 4. Repeat steps 1 to the Internet then tap/click Next. 9. Return to the Internet. If needed, you just created. 13. Tap/click Broadband (PPPoE). 10. Type your user name and password then tap/click Connect to start connecting to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap/click Set up a new connection or network...
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... needed for system startup in the following information for more details. BIOS The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that you to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn on Self Test (POST) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part...
... needed for system startup in the following information for more details. BIOS The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that you to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn on Self Test (POST) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part...
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... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit 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. You may differ by model and territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 65...
... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit 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. You may differ by model and territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 65...
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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. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & 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 - Copyright (C) 2012 American ...
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. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & 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 - Copyright (C) 2012 American ...
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... 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 Opt. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this before entering BIOS. In Setup, the User will be prompted to input this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Set Administrator Password. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 Aptio Setup Utility...
... 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 Opt. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set , then this before entering BIOS. In Setup, the User will be prompted to input this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Set Administrator Password. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 Aptio Setup Utility...
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... access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 70 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...
... access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 70 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...
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...'s password is set,then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. To set , then this only limits access to Setup and is set the HDD password: 1. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. Copyright...
...'s password is set,then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. To set , then this only limits access to Setup and is set the HDD password: 1. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. Copyright...
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Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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 to run the utility to your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226...
Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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 to run the utility to your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226...
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... use and stand-by modes. 2. Reduced solid waste through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 98 Notebook PC E-Manual ENERGY...
... use and stand-by modes. 2. Reduced solid waste through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 98 Notebook PC E-Manual ENERGY...
