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... other liability, you for loss, damages or claims based in this Warranty Statement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement, up to...
... other liability, you for loss, damages or claims based in this Warranty Statement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement, up to...
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...Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to open the display panel 31 Press the power button 31 Gestures for the touchpad 32 Using the keyboard 39 Function keys...39 Function keys for ASUS Apps 40 Windows®8 keys...41 Multimedia control keys (...on selected models 41 Numeric keypad (on selected models 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
...Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to open the display panel 31 Press the power button 31 Gestures for the touchpad 32 Using the keyboard 39 Function keys...39 Function keys for ASUS Apps 40 Windows®8 keys...41 Multimedia control keys (...on selected models 41 Numeric keypad (on selected models 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook PC off 69 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 69 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72 LifeFrame...72 Power4Gear Hybrid...74 Instant On...76...
... Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook PC off 69 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 69 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72 LifeFrame...72 Power4Gear Hybrid...74 Instant On...76...
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... 78 BIOS...78 Accessing BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random-access Memory module (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected... IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada 116 Déclaration d'Industrie Canada relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio .... 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 78 BIOS...78 Accessing BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random-access Memory module (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected... IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada 116 Déclaration d'Industrie Canada relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio .... 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
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France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 118 UL Safety Notices...120 Power Safety Requirement 121 TV Notices...121 REACH...121 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 121 Prevention of Hearing Loss 121 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 122 Optical Drive Safety Information 123 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 124 ENERGY STAR complied product 126 European Union Eco-label 126 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 127 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 127 Regional notice for Singapore 127 Notebook PC E-Manual
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 118 UL Safety Notices...120 Power Safety Requirement 121 TV Notices...121 REACH...121 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 121 Prevention of Hearing Loss 121 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 122 Optical Drive Safety Information 123 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 124 ENERGY STAR complied product 126 European Union Eco-label 126 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 127 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 127 Regional notice for Singapore 127 Notebook PC E-Manual
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.... Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual About this manual This manual provides information about the...
.... Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual About this manual This manual provides information about the...
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This message contains important information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: ... a task. Italic = This indicates sections that must be selected. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your...
This message contains important information that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: ... a task. Italic = This indicates sections that must be selected. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your...
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...176;F). Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that must be used on items... and ensure that your body to the rating label on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Do not place your Notebook PC on , ensure that you do not expose them to learn about related inflight services that can be used and ...
...176;F). Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any materials that must be used on items... and ensure that your body to the rating label on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Do not place your Notebook PC on , ensure that you do not expose them to learn about related inflight services that can be used and ...
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...solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Remove any extra moisture from... your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use strong...
...solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Remove any extra moisture from... your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use strong...
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Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
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Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 13
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 13
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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. 15" model 14 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. 15" model 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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...features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Microphone (on or off. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for ... to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to turn your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone The built-in ...
...features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Microphone (on or off. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for ... to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in use the power button to turn your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone The built-in ...
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.... It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions.
.... It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions.
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... is turned on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and... the battery power is less than 10%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your...
... is turned on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and... the battery power is less than 10%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your...
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... when the capital lock function is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 accessing the internal storage drives. Capital lock indicator...
... when the capital lock function is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 accessing the internal storage drives. Capital lock indicator...
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Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING! IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING! IMPORTANT! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
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...WARNING! IMPORTANT! Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is connected to keep the battery pack secured. Spring battery lock (...a locked or unlocked position to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of ...your Notebook PC. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to exit the Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment...
...WARNING! IMPORTANT! Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is connected to keep the battery pack secured. Spring battery lock (...a locked or unlocked position to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of ...your Notebook PC. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to exit the Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port (on selected models) This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray.
Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port (on selected models) This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Optical drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray.
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WARNING! Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more details, refer to eject the drive tray in this manual. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
WARNING! Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more details, refer to eject the drive tray in this manual. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual