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E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
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... the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your...
... the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your...
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... will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. WARNING! e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM This message contains vital information that... can be selected. This message contains important information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. As you read along, you should press on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. About this user guide, messages are...
... will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC's data and components. WARNING! e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM This message contains vital information that... can be selected. This message contains important information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. As you read along, you should press on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. About this user guide, messages are...
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...both of steps where you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to the internet during the setup process. ...; 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to a series of these sign in options for your Notebook PC. The setup process consists of the following: Step 1: Pick the language Step 2: License Agreement Step 3: Personalize Step 4: Wireless NOTE: This ...
...both of steps where you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to the internet during the setup process. ...; 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to a series of these sign in options for your Notebook PC. The setup process consists of the following: Step 1: Pick the language Step 2: License Agreement Step 3: Personalize Step 4: Wireless NOTE: This ...
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Sign in to proceed. 3. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also ... local account or Microsoft account. 4. Press the power button on the keyboard to Windows® 8. Click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC . 2. Starting up . The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your...
Sign in to proceed. 3. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also ... local account or Microsoft account. 4. Press the power button on the keyboard to Windows® 8. Click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC . 2. Starting up . The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your...
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... 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to run Windows® apps. Each of them represent a specific function that you can be customized to your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in /out button for work and play on your Microsoft account before they are...® apps Zoom in to provide a one place. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to your Notebook PC.
... 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to run Windows® apps. Each of them represent a specific function that you can be customized to your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in /out button for work and play on your Microsoft account before they are...® apps Zoom in to provide a one place. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to your Notebook PC.
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... to revert back to that app. (2) If you to a new location. Drag then drop the app to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC. Hover your mouse pointer then click on a launched app Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top side upper and lower right corner Action...
... to revert back to that app. (2) If you to a new location. Drag then drop the app to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC. Hover your mouse pointer then click on a launched app Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top side upper and lower right corner Action...
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... app from the Start screen using the following actions: To move an app, double-tap on the icon. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch the app you chose. Launching apps Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once...
... app from the Start screen using the following actions: To move an app, double-tap on the icon. Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch the app you chose. Launching apps Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once...
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Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon.
Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon.
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...'s touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Charm Bar Launching the Charm bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of the screen. Move your mouse pointer ...
...'s touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Charm Bar Launching the Charm bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of the screen. Move your mouse pointer ...
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From the Start screen, you can also use this to revert back to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to a recently opened app. Devices This tool allows you to access and share files with ...the devices attached to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to the Start screen. Start This tool reverts the display back to...
From the Start screen, you can also use this to revert back to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to a recently opened app. Devices This tool allows you to access and share files with ...the devices attached to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to the Start screen. Start This tool reverts the display back to...
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Snap bar Activating Snap Use your display into two. Click on the top side of your Notebook PC. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Hover the mouse pointer on an app to launch it. 2. to the ... bar. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM A screen resolution of the display panel. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1. Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your screen. 3. Launch...
Snap bar Activating Snap Use your display into two. Click on the top side of your Notebook PC. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Hover the mouse pointer on an app to launch it. 2. to the ... bar. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 17 17 8/13/12 2:48:03 PM A screen resolution of the display panel. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. 1. Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your screen. 3. Launch...
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...The Airplane mode should be turned off . Click Settings then click on the icon. Activate the Charm bar. 2. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Launch the Charm bar. 2. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM Enabling Wi-Fi ...Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Press fn...
...The Airplane mode should be turned off . Click Settings then click on the icon. Activate the Charm bar. 2. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Launch the Charm bar. 2. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM Enabling Wi-Fi ...Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. NOTE: If Airplane mode is enabled, the of the Available icon. Press fn...
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...models with a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for you to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down fn...turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. fn + f9 launches the Touchpad app for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f5 decreases display brightness fn + f6 increases display brightness fn + f7 ...
...models with a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for you to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down fn...turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 20 8/13/12 2:48:08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. fn + f9 launches the Touchpad app for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f5 decreases display brightness fn + f6 increases display brightness fn + f7 ...
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launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 24 for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps. Function keys for more details) fn + spacebar launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app (see page 22 for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM
launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 24 for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps. Function keys for more details) fn + spacebar launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app (see page 22 for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM
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NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. To launch LifeFrame Press fn + V Archive toolbar Action button Modes Capture Function settings Face Tracker Zoom in/out Review bar 22 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 22 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame.
NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. To launch LifeFrame Press fn + V Archive toolbar Action button Modes Capture Function settings Face Tracker Zoom in/out Review bar 22 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 22 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame.
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Voice Recorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Game This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
Voice Recorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM Camcorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Game This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
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Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to enable/disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode. 24 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 24 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear.
Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to enable/disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode. 24 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 24 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear.
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e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings.
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only. To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings.
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... shutdown mode. 1. This also allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your... is on selected models). Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on battery power. This feature can also be used even while your ASUS Notebook PC is available in battery mode. 26 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 26 8/13/12 2:48:12 PM NOTE: USB Charger+ is running on the desktop tray, then ...
... shutdown mode. 1. This also allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your... is on selected models). Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on battery power. This feature can also be used even while your ASUS Notebook PC is available in battery mode. 26 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 26 8/13/12 2:48:12 PM NOTE: USB Charger+ is running on the desktop tray, then ...