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......19 Left Side...20 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 27 Using the touch screen panel 27 Using the touchpad...29 Using the keyboard 36 Function keys...36 Function keys for ASUS Apps 37 Windows®8 keys...38 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 40 Windows® 8 lock screen 40 Windows® UI...41 Notebook PC E-Manual
......19 Left Side...20 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 27 Using the touch screen panel 27 Using the touchpad...29 Using the keyboard 36 Function keys...36 Function keys for ASUS Apps 37 Windows®8 keys...38 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 40 Windows® 8 lock screen 40 Windows® UI...41 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... network connection 65 Turning your Notebook PC off 66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 66 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 Power4Gear Hybrid...68 ASUS VivoBook app launcher 72 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 80 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 80 BIOS...80 Accessing BIOS...80 BIOS Settings...81 Troubleshoot...91 Refresh your PC...91 Reset your PC...92 Advanced options...93 Notebook...
... network connection 65 Turning your Notebook PC off 66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 66 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 Power4Gear Hybrid...68 ASUS VivoBook app launcher 72 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 80 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 80 BIOS...80 Accessing BIOS...80 BIOS Settings...81 Troubleshoot...91 Refresh your PC...91 Reset your PC...92 Advanced options...93 Notebook...
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 96 Hardware FAQs...97 Software FAQs...100 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 104 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 106 Internal Modem Compliancy 106 Overview...107 Network Compatibility Declaration 107 Non-Voice Equipment 107 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 109 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 110 Declaration of...
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 96 Hardware FAQs...97 Software FAQs...100 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 104 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 106 Internal Modem Compliancy 106 Overview...107 Network Compatibility Declaration 107 Non-Voice Equipment 107 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 109 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 110 Declaration of...
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... 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 your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating...
... 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 your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating...
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...Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use..., or other chemicals on top of warm water. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with ...
...Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use..., or other chemicals on top of warm water. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with ...
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Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is between 10% to 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than...
Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is accessing the internal storage drives. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is between 10% to 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than...
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ASUS Vivo key Press this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the ASUS VivoBook app launcher section in this key to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more information, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates...
ASUS Vivo key Press this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the ASUS VivoBook app launcher section in this key to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more information, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates...
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Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen 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.
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen 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.
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...; Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Windows® 8 operating system. Wait for using Windows then click Accept. 4. To start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities.
...; Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of your Notebook PC's keyboard. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Windows® 8 operating system. Wait for using Windows then click Accept. 4. To start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities.
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ASUS Cloud Tap this app to launch the ASUS Cloud Services home page and get quick access to the following cloud-based apps: ASUS Webstorage and Live Update ASUS Cloud Services home page Notebook PC E-Manual 77
ASUS Cloud Tap this app to launch the ASUS Cloud Services home page and get quick access to the following cloud-based apps: ASUS Webstorage and Live Update ASUS Cloud Services home page Notebook PC E-Manual 77
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... (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC...
... (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST) is installed as a permanent part of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC...
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... Setup Utility - 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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook PC...
... Setup Utility - 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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook PC...
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... American Megatrends, Inc. 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit...
... American Megatrends, Inc. 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit...
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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. Set Administrator Password. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 83 NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will have Administrator rights. If ONLY the user's password is a power...
... 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. Set Administrator Password. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Notebook PC E-Manual 83 NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will have Administrator rights. If ONLY the user's password is a power...
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Aptio Setup Utility - 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. 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. 86 Notebook PC E-Manual F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit...
Aptio Setup Utility - 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. 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. 86 Notebook PC E-Manual F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit...
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... the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . 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 a flash disk drive. 3. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file...
... the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . 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 a flash disk drive. 3. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file...
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... the ASUS Tutor installed in ID and password - Product key for more details. • 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 create a backup data in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC...
... the ASUS Tutor installed in ID and password - Product key for more details. • 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 create a backup data in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC...
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... is connected to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC and remove it. • Unlock the I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working? My battery LED indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your touchpad. • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture has been set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack...
... is connected to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC and remove it. • Unlock the I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working? My battery LED indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your touchpad. • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture has been set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack...
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... keyboard displays numbers. You can try doing any of showing letters, pressing the "U", "I already connected my headphone into the right jack port? If yes, disable this feature and use the said keys for inputting letters. Instead of the following suggestions: • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is not working. Notebook PC E-Manual 99 Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to disable touchpad by pressing . 10. My Notebook PC's touchpad...
... keyboard displays numbers. You can try doing any of showing letters, pressing the "U", "I already connected my headphone into the right jack port? If yes, disable this feature and use the said keys for inputting letters. Instead of the following suggestions: • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is not working. Notebook PC E-Manual 99 Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to disable touchpad by pressing . 10. My Notebook PC's touchpad...
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.... When I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any...
.... When I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any...