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... 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left 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...
... 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left 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...
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... 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...
... 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...
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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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Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened ...
Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened ...
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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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
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. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
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Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. 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 plugged to 100%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC...
Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. 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 plugged to 100%. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC...
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The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 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. IMPORTANT! 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. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 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. IMPORTANT! 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. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
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...locked or unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. 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. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to exit the Notebook PC. ... paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is inserted into the battery slot. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC....
...locked or unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. 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. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to exit the Notebook PC. ... paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. Manual battery lock (on selected models) This compartment is inserted into the battery slot. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC....
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... to hot while in use. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC to an external display. Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source.... Left Side 15" and 14" model Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. The adapter may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or...
... to hot while in use. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC to an external display. Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source.... Left Side 15" and 14" model Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. The adapter may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or...
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Align and insert the battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. Move the manual battery lock back to the unlocked position. Move the manual battery lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 28 Notebook PC E-Manual C. Getting started NOTE: If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures for installation. Install the battery pack. (on selected models) A. B.
Align and insert the battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. Move the manual battery lock back to the unlocked position. Move the manual battery lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 28 Notebook PC E-Manual C. Getting started NOTE: If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures for installation. Install the battery pack. (on selected models) A. B.
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B. Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in appearance, depending on models and your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 29 Plug the AC power adapter into your Notebook PC's power (DC) input. C. Charge your region. Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in battery mode for the first time. Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. A.
B. Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in appearance, depending on models and your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 29 Plug the AC power adapter into your Notebook PC's power (DC) input. C. Charge your region. Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in battery mode for the first time. Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. A.
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NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these options to customize Allows you to Battery Saving mode. Use these power saving modes. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your power saving mode. Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to hide the desktop your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. icons onscreen and turns the presentation mode on or off. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press .
NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these options to customize Allows you to Battery Saving mode. Use these power saving modes. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your power saving mode. Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to hide the desktop your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. icons onscreen and turns the presentation mode on or off. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press .
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Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75
Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75
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... (Deep S3) using Instant On. NOTE: Deep S3 is a technology that lets you save more . It allows the system to return to activate the battery saving mode. When enabled, the Notebook PC returns to its last working state in as fast as seven seconds, four hours after your... ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode. Performance mode This mode is default-enabled in two seconds, even after entering into deep sleep mode. Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! Battery saving mode This mode enables longer standby times allowing the...
... (Deep S3) using Instant On. NOTE: Deep S3 is a technology that lets you save more . It allows the system to return to activate the battery saving mode. When enabled, the Notebook PC returns to its last working state in as fast as seven seconds, four hours after your... ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode. Performance mode This mode is default-enabled in two seconds, even after entering into deep sleep mode. Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! Battery saving mode This mode enables longer standby times allowing the...
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... memory module) in the memory module compartment. Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. Installing a Random-access Memory module (on RAM module upgrades for information on selected models) Upgrade the memory capacity...
... memory module) in the memory module compartment. Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. Installing a Random-access Memory module (on RAM module upgrades for information on selected models) Upgrade the memory capacity...
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... for further assistance. Notebook PC E-Manual 97 Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models) Refer to the following steps if you replace the HDD...
... for further assistance. Notebook PC E-Manual 97 Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (on selected models) Refer to the following steps if you replace the HDD...
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NOTE: The following steps are also applicable for removing and replacing the battery pack of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Purchase battery packs from authorized retailers of your Notebook PC and disconnect all connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector, before removing the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 103 Turn off your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Installing a new battery pack (on selected models) WARNING!
NOTE: The following steps are also applicable for removing and replacing the battery pack of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Purchase battery packs from authorized retailers of your Notebook PC and disconnect all connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector, before removing the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 103 Turn off your Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Installing a new battery pack (on selected models) WARNING!
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C. Pull out the old battery pack from the battery slot then release your Notebook PC. Move the manual battery lock to the following steps when installing a new battery pack for your hold the spring battery lock to an unlocked position. B. A. Move and hold on the spring battery lock. 104 Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to the unlocked position.
C. Pull out the old battery pack from the battery slot then release your Notebook PC. Move the manual battery lock to the following steps when installing a new battery pack for your hold the spring battery lock to an unlocked position. B. A. Move and hold on the spring battery lock. 104 Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to the unlocked position.
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Move the manual battery lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. Move the manual battery lock back to the unlocked position. Notebook PC E-Manual 105 Align and insert the new battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. F. D. E.
Move the manual battery lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. Move the manual battery lock back to the unlocked position. Notebook PC E-Manual 105 Align and insert the new battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. F. D. E.
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... a gas leak. Check with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use the Notebook PC in accordance with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to... fire or explosion. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from lightning. • DO NOT use as they may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series,...
... a gas leak. Check with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use the Notebook PC in accordance with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to... fire or explosion. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from lightning. • DO NOT use as they may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series,...