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...LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED ...WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. In each product. ASUS will only be registered trademarks or copyrights ...
...LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED ...WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. In each product. ASUS will only be registered trademarks or copyrights ...
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... 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
... 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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... 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 Power4Gear Hybrid...72...
... 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 Power4Gear Hybrid...72...
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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 94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 97 Installing a new battery pack 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 108 Blu... 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 94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 97 Installing a new battery pack 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 108 Blu... 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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... following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to...
... following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to...
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... Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that you can use for completing... a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. This message contains important information that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that can refer to complete a...
... Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that you can use for completing... a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. This message contains important information that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that can refer to complete a...
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...;C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals 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 followed when using your...on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can reduce air circulation. Notebook PC E-Manual Contact your Notebook PC. Refer to the rating label on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with your airline ...
...;C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals 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 followed when using your...on uneven or unstable work surfaces. You can reduce air circulation. Notebook PC E-Manual Contact your Notebook PC. Refer to the rating label on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with your airline ...
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...environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or... 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 your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use strong solvents such...
...environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or... 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 your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use strong solvents such...
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Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed 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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed 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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
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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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...in microphone can be used for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for video ..., voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. You can also use . Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to sleep...
...in microphone can be used for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for video ..., voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. You can also use . Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to sleep...
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... manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. * on selected models only 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It...
... manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. * on selected models only 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It...
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... is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the ...battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power...
... is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the ...battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power...
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...number lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard... for numeric input. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator ...
...number lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. * on selected models only 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard... for numeric input. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. Capital lock indicator This indicator ...
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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. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model.
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. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. IMPORTANT! WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model.
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When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC is used to keep the battery pack secured. Spring battery lock* The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position ... to a power source. IMPORTANT! Manual battery lock* The manual battery lock is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. * on selected models only 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged...
When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC is used to keep the battery pack secured. Spring battery lock* The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position ... to a power source. IMPORTANT! Manual battery lock* The manual battery lock is connected to insert or remove the battery pack. * on selected models only 20 Notebook PC E-Manual This lock should be held in place once it is inserted into the battery slot. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged...
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Random-access memory module compartment* This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to exit the Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Hard disk drive compartment* This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 21
Random-access memory module compartment* This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to exit the Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Hard disk drive compartment* This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 21
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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. * on selected models only 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port* 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. * on selected models only 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side 15" and 14" model USB 2.0 port* 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.