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...or may be registered trademarks or copyrights of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. In each product. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you are used only for ...backup purposes, without intent to claim damages from ASUS. or any means, except documentation kept by any other ...
...or may be registered trademarks or copyrights of a default on which ASUS, its reseller. In each product. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you are used only for ...backup purposes, without intent to claim damages from ASUS. or any means, except documentation kept by any other ...
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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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.... Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your...
.... Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your...
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... icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in... be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components.
... icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that you can refer to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in... be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components.
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...Manual Refer to learn about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that your power adapter complies with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces. While powered on your lap or near any ...materials that you do not expose them to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on , ensure that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient ...
...Manual Refer to learn about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that your power adapter complies with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that must be used on items placed on uneven or unstable work surfaces. While powered on your lap or near any ...materials that you do not expose them to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not leave your Notebook PC on , ensure that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used in -flight. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with ambient ...
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...objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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. 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 strong solvents such...
...objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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. 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 strong solvents such...
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Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 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 mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. 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. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 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 mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.
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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. 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 The top view may vary per region or country.
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... E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC to put your Notebook PC. Microphone (on or off. You can also use the power button to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the ...conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your...
... E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC to put your Notebook PC. Microphone (on or off. You can also use the power button to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the ...conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your...
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... details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also enables you to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to use of a regular mouse. It also simulates the...
... details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also enables you to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to use of a regular mouse. It also simulates the...
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... to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to 100...%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up ...
... to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to 100...%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up ...
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... lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for...
... lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for...
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IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. 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 battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. 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 battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents.
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... Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an... unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. Spring battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to keep the battery ...
... Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an... unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. Spring battery lock (on selected models) This compartment allows you to add RAM (random-access memory) modules to keep the battery ...
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Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. 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 disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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. 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.
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Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to eject the drive tray in this manual. Manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING!
Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to eject the drive tray in this manual. Manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . WARNING!