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... Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 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
... Side...23 Front Side...25 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 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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... 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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... 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 (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
... 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 (on selected models)......94 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models 97 Installing a new battery pack (on selected models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
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Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings 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. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter...
Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings 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. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter...
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... AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. 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. Do not use your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual...
... AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. 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. Do not use your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access...
... typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access...
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... 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 This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your keyboard for numeric input. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. Number lock indicator (on...
... 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 This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your keyboard for numeric input. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. Number lock indicator (on...
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... the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Spring battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is inserted into the battery slot. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) The manual battery lock is connected to a power source. Manual battery lock...
... the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Spring battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is inserted into the battery slot. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) The manual battery lock is connected to a power source. Manual battery lock...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Notebook PC E-Manual 39 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 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.
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... this key to go back to the last app you to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC. Press in combination with the arrow keys on selected models) The multimedia control keys allow you opened. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Multimedia control keys (on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as...
... this key to go back to the last app you to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC. Press in combination with the arrow keys on selected models) The multimedia control keys allow you opened. Windows®8 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Multimedia control keys (on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as...
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...; Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you in to your PC 5. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC. Press the power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual From the setup screen, pick a language to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC. 3. To start...
...; Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you in to your PC 5. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC. Press the power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual From the setup screen, pick a language to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Windows® 8 lock screen The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC. 3. To start...
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The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. To launch LifeFrame Press . Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.
The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. To launch LifeFrame Press . Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.
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... installed a new system component that you change the default BIOS settings except in the following information for system startup in the Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or updates. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of your Notebook PC. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed...
... installed a new system component that you change the default BIOS settings except in the following information for system startup in the Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or updates. The Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on or restart your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of your Notebook PC. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed...
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... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook...
... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook...
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...Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. 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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10...
...Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. 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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10...
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... entering BIOS. The password length must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O) interface, and USB interface. Security This menu allows you to control the access to 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...
... entering BIOS. The password length must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O) interface, and USB interface. Security This menu allows you to control the access to 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...
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...lock then select Lock. Aptio Setup Utility - To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 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. Select an interface that you can also access USB...
...lock then select Lock. Aptio Setup Utility - To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 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. Select an interface that you can also access USB...
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...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 Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Type in a password then press . 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 To set up a password-enabled access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup. In Setup, the User...
...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 Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Type in a password then press . 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 To set up a password-enabled access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup. In Setup, the User...
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... American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 87 Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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 your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Main AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt...
... American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 87 Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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 your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Main AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt...
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... information on power management and its benefits to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of toxic heavy metals. 3. Reduction of the use of user inactivity. ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is enabled by default. Limited use of the U.S. 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. NOTE...
... information on power management and its benefits to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of toxic heavy metals. 3. Reduction of the use of user inactivity. ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is enabled by default. Limited use of the U.S. 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. NOTE...
