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... 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...
... 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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...; 8 Starting for the first time 46 Windows® 8 lock screen 46 Windows® UI...47 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 ... 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 Notebook PC E-Manual
...; 8 Starting for the first time 46 Windows® 8 lock screen 46 Windows® UI...47 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 ... 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 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of 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 using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: ...
... This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of 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 using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: ...
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... quick access to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for numeric input and as pointer direction...
... quick access to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for numeric input and as pointer direction...
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... Multimedia control keys (on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as below . Windows®8 keys There are already in your Notebook PC.
... Multimedia control keys (on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below : Press this key to go back to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as below . Windows®8 keys There are already in your Notebook PC.
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...the setup screen, pick a language to use on your Notebook PC. Starting for the first time When you start your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • ...Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you in to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Watch this to your PC 5. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for a few minutes until the...
...the setup screen, pick a language to use on your Notebook PC. Starting for the first time When you start your Notebook PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • ...Wireless • Settings • Sign in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you in to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities. Watch this to your PC 5. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for a few minutes until the...
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Zoom in/out button Windows® Apps These are fully launched. NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are apps pinned on the Start screen ... applications you to your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start screen. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you need in just one place. It also includes the following...
Zoom in/out button Windows® Apps These are fully launched. NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are apps pinned on the Start screen ... applications you to your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start screen. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you need in just one place. It also includes the following...
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... app. Notebook PC E-Manual 49 From the Start screen: Hover your keyboard to go back to the Start screen. NOTE: You can also press the Windows key on your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap on the running app's thumbnail to go back to that running apps. Hotspot...
... app. Notebook PC E-Manual 49 From the Start screen: Hover your keyboard to go back to the Start screen. NOTE: You can also press the Windows key on your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap on the running app's thumbnail to go back to that running apps. Hotspot...
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For more details, refer to a new location. upper or lower right Hover your mouse pointer on the top side until it changes to a hand icon. Drag then drop the app to the Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. Hotspot top side Action Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or corner lower right corner to launch the Charms bar. 50 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: This hotspot function only works on a running app or when you want to use the Snap feature.
For more details, refer to a new location. upper or lower right Hover your mouse pointer on the top side until it changes to a hand icon. Drag then drop the app to the Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. Hotspot top side Action Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or corner lower right corner to launch the Charms bar. 50 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: This hotspot function only works on a running app or when you want to use the Snap feature.
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... can move, resize, unpin, or close apps. Press twice then use the arrow keys to activate its settings bar then tap or or . Working with Windows® apps Use your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it. Notebook PC E-Manual 51 Resizing apps Right...
... can move, resize, unpin, or close apps. Press twice then use the arrow keys to activate its settings bar then tap or or . Working with Windows® apps Use your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it. Notebook PC E-Manual 51 Resizing apps Right...
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Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows®8. \ Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File charm Opens the Share charm Opens the Settings charm Opens the Devices charm Activates the Lock screen Minimizes the Internet Explorer window Notebook PC E-Manual 59
Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows®8. \ Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File charm Opens the Share charm Opens the Settings charm Opens the Devices charm Activates the Lock screen Minimizes the Internet Explorer window Notebook PC E-Manual 59
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Opens the Second screen pane Opens the Apps search pane Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings charm Opens a menu box of Windows® tools Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings Enables the print screen function 60 Notebook PC E-Manual
Opens the Second screen pane Opens the Apps search pane Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings charm Opens a menu box of Windows® tools Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings Enables the print screen function 60 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 1. ���La�u�n�c�h Desktop. 2. In the Network and Sharing Center window, tap Change adapter settings. 4. Ensure that a network cable is connected between your Notebook PC's LAN port. To configure your settings, ...for assistance in setting up your LAN then select Properties. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Right-click on your Internet connection. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon then tap Open Network and Sharing Center. 3. Connecting to wired networks You can also...
... a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 1. ���La�u�n�c�h Desktop. 2. In the Network and Sharing Center window, tap Change adapter settings. 4. Ensure that a network cable is connected between your Notebook PC's LAN port. To configure your settings, ...for assistance in setting up your LAN then select Properties. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Right-click on your Internet connection. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon then tap Open Network and Sharing Center. 3. Connecting to wired networks You can also...
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... start connecting to the Internet. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap Connect. 11. Select Connect to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap Set up a new connection or network. 8. Tap Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then tap Properties. 6. NOTE: Proceed to finish the configuration. 12. Tap...
... start connecting to the Internet. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap Connect. 11. Select Connect to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap Set up a new connection or network. 8. Tap Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then tap Properties. 6. NOTE: Proceed to finish the configuration. 12. Tap...
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Putting your Notebook PC to launch the Shut Down window. You can also put your Notebook PC using Desktop mode. Select Sleep from the drop-down list then select OK. • If your Notebook PC ... Shut Down from the Charms bar then tap > Shut down to do this , launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. To do this , launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to sleep To put your Notebook PC to sleep mode using Desktop mode.
Putting your Notebook PC to launch the Shut Down window. You can also put your Notebook PC using Desktop mode. Select Sleep from the drop-down list then select OK. • If your Notebook PC ... Shut Down from the Charms bar then tap > Shut down to do this , launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. To do this , launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to sleep To put your Notebook PC to sleep mode using Desktop mode.
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... 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends...
... 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends...
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Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Windows Boot Manager Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 ...
Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Windows Boot Manager Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 ...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 89 Troubleshoot By pressing during POST, you can access Windows® 8 troubleshoot options which includes the following: • Refresh your PC • Reset your PC • Advanced options Refresh your PC Use Refresh your PC ... screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. In the Refresh your current files and applications. Tap Refresh your Notebook PC then press during POST: 1. Tap Refresh. Wait for Windows® to a power source before refreshing your account password then tap Continue. 7. Restart your PC. 4.
Notebook PC E-Manual 89 Troubleshoot By pressing during POST, you can access Windows® 8 troubleshoot options which includes the following: • Refresh your PC • Reset your PC • Advanced options Refresh your PC Use Refresh your PC ... screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. In the Refresh your current files and applications. Tap Refresh your Notebook PC then press during POST: 1. Tap Refresh. Wait for Windows® to a power source before refreshing your account password then tap Continue. 7. Restart your PC. 4.
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... PC is plugged in to its default settings. Use Reset your PC to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. IMPORTANT! Wait for Windows® to restore your system. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual Tap Reset. Tap your PC IMPORTANT! To access this during POST. 2. Reset your preferred reset option...
... PC is plugged in to its default settings. Use Reset your PC to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. IMPORTANT! Wait for Windows® to restore your system. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual Tap Reset. Tap your PC IMPORTANT! To access this during POST. 2. Reset your preferred reset option...