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...It is liable for no more than damages for which you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described ... 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 will only be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any other ...
...It is liable for no more than damages for which you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described ... 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 will only be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any other ...
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...your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS ...Apps 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
...your Notebook PC 22 Lift to open the display panel 23 Press the power button 23 Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad...24 Using the touch screen (on selected models 24 Using the touchpad 26 Using the keyboard 31 Function keys 31 Function keys for ASUS ...Apps 32 Windows®8 keys (on selected models 32 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 34 Windows® 8 lock screen 34 Windows® UI...35 Start screen...35 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to wired networks 54 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 54 Configuring a static IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on... BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
... to wired networks 54 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 54 Configuring a static IP network connection 58 Turning your Notebook PC off 59 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 62 LifeFrame...62 Power4Gear Hybrid 64 Instant On...65 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on... BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS ...68 Accessing BIOS 68 BIOS Settings...69 Troubleshoot...76 Refresh your PC 76 Reset your PC...77 Advanced options 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Requirement 95 TV Tuner Notices 95 REACH ...95 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 95 Optical Drive Safety Information 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
... Requirement 95 TV Tuner Notices 95 REACH ...95 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 95 Optical Drive Safety Information 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 98 ENERGY STAR complied product 99 European Union Eco-label 100 Prevention of Hearing Loss 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance...
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.... This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following information is only for your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8. About this manual NOTE: The following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter...
.... This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following information is only for your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8. About this manual NOTE: The following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter...
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This message contains important information that can help complete tasks. Notebook PC E-Manual Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! NOTE: This message contains ...additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be followed to in...
This message contains important information that can help complete tasks. Notebook PC E-Manual Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! NOTE: This message contains ...additional information and tips that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be followed to in...
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...on , ensure that can reduce air circulation. Contact your airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not place your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in environments with this rating. You can be used and restrictions that your body to learn about related... inflight services that can send your Notebook PC on the bottom of your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). ...
...on , ensure that can reduce air circulation. Contact your airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not place your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in environments with this rating. You can be used and restrictions that your body to learn about related... inflight services that can send your Notebook PC on the bottom of your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). ...
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Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong ...on top of warm water. Do not expose 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. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois ...
Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong ...on top of warm water. Do not expose 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. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois ...
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Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. 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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling.
Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. 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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling.
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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 The top view may vary per region or country.
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.... Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. You can... allows you to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to operate your Notebook PC using your...
.... Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia files on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. You can... allows you to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to operate your Notebook PC using your...
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NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Gestures for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to use of a regular mouse.
NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Gestures for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to use of a regular mouse.
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Blinking Orange Battery power is less than 10%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is in sleep mode Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Battery power is less than 95%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status.
Blinking Orange Battery power is less than 10%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Status Battery power is in sleep mode Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. Battery power is less than 95%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status.
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Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled.
Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled.
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...or while charging the battery pack. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. IMPORTANT! Air vents The air vents allow you to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that can get warm to hot while in audio speakers...air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of this Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC are software-controlled. The audio features of the air vents or...
...or while charging the battery pack. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. IMPORTANT! Air vents The air vents allow you to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that can get warm to hot while in audio speakers...air to enter and warm air to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of this Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC are software-controlled. The audio features of the air vents or...
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...USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC...SDHC card formats. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, ...
...USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as monitors or projectors. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC...SDHC card formats. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, ...
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... section in use. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to connect to hot while in this...
... section in use. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to connect to hot while in this...
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USB 2.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are backward compatible to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual The actual transfer rate may differ depending on selected models) These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices ...
USB 2.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are backward compatible to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual The actual transfer rate may differ depending on selected models) These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices ...