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......19 Right Side...22 Left Side...24 Front Side...26 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Install the battery pack 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 41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
......19 Right Side...22 Left Side...24 Front Side...26 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Install the battery pack 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 41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Start screen...47 Windows® Apps...47 Hotspots...48 Working with Windows® apps 51 Launching apps...51 Customizing apps...51 Closing apps...52 Accessing the Apps screen 53 Charms bar...55 Snap feature...57 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 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...
... Start screen...47 Windows® Apps...47 Hotspots...48 Working with Windows® apps 51 Launching apps...51 Customizing apps...51 Closing apps...52 Accessing the Apps screen 53 Charms bar...55 Snap feature...57 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 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...
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...Power-on Self Test (POST 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 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 94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 97 Installing a new battery pack 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network... aux ondes radio .... 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
...Power-on Self Test (POST 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 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 94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 97 Installing a new battery pack 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network... aux ondes radio .... 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... change the settings of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software...
... change the settings of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software...
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..., rain, or moisture. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning...
..., rain, or moisture. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning...
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It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the numeric keypad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details...
It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the numeric keypad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details...
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Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. This allows you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Number lock indicator* This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows...
Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. This allows you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Number lock indicator* This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. Using capital lock allows...
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...! • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to a grounded power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. WARNING! Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for the first time. • When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be...
...! • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to a grounded power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. WARNING! Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for the first time. • When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be...
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Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC.
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC.
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... arrow keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below . Press this key to simulate the right-click functions. Multimedia control keys* The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual...
... arrow keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below . Press this key to simulate the right-click functions. Multimedia control keys* The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual...
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...; Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Starting for the first time When you in to use on your Notebook PC for the first time: 1. To proceed, click on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. Windows...
...; Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Starting for the first time When you in to use on your Notebook PC for the first time: 1. To proceed, click on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. Windows...
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... run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. BIOS The...
... run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. BIOS The...
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.... BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. 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...
.... BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. 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...
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Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 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 ...
Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 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 ...
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... entering your 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. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will have Administrator rights. If ONLY the user's password is a power on password and must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password...
... entering your 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. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will have Administrator rights. If ONLY the user's password is a power on password and must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password...
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... disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. USB...
... disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. USB...
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...password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
...password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
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Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 87 Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General...
Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 87 Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General...
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... steps to recover using a system image file. 6. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. You can also choose Select a system image if your Notebook PC stops working. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: We strongly recommend that you would like to complete the system image recovery procedure. Type your account password then click Continue. 7. Choose an account you regularly backup your system...
... steps to recover using a system image file. 6. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. You can also choose Select a system image if your Notebook PC stops working. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: We strongly recommend that you would like to complete the system image recovery procedure. Type your account password then click Continue. 7. Choose an account you regularly backup your system...
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... to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of toxic heavy metals. 3. Limited use and stand-by default. 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. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by modes...
... to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of toxic heavy metals. 3. Limited use and stand-by default. 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. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by modes...