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... OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual This limit also applies to ASUS' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are used only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe.... ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ...
... OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual This limit also applies to ASUS' suppliers and its suppliers, and your reseller are used only for backup purposes, without intent to infringe.... ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ...
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...Front Side...22 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys...34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35 Windows®8 keys...36 ...Multimedia control keys (on selected models 36 Numeric keypad (on selected models 37 Using the optical drive 38 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 42 Windows® 8 lock screen 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
...Front Side...22 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys...34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35 Windows®8 keys...36 ...Multimedia control keys (on selected models 36 Numeric keypad (on selected models 37 Using the optical drive 38 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 42 Windows® 8 lock screen 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Connecting to wired networks 62 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 62 Configuring a static IP network connection 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 65 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 65 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 LifeFrame...68 Power4Gear Hybrid...70 Instant On...72 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self...
... Connecting to wired networks 62 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 62 Configuring a static IP network connection 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 65 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 65 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 LifeFrame...68 Power4Gear Hybrid...70 Instant On...72 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self...
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Refresh your PC...85 Reset your PC...86 Advanced options...87 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 90 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 92 Internal Modem Compliancy ... Product Notice 103 Prevention of Hearing Loss 103 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 104 Optical Drive Safety Information 105 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 106 ENERGY STAR complied product 108 European Union Eco-label 108 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 109...
Refresh your PC...85 Reset your PC...86 Advanced options...87 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 90 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 92 Internal Modem Compliancy ... Product Notice 103 Prevention of Hearing Loss 103 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries 104 Optical Drive Safety Information 105 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 106 ENERGY STAR complied product 108 European Union Eco-label 108 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 109...
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... about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. 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 Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This...
... about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. 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 Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This...
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... 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. Notebook PC E-Manual Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows... to complete a task. This message contains important information that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to in this manual. This message...
... 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. Notebook PC E-Manual Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows... to complete a task. This message contains important information that can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to in this manual. This message...
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...Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that you do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with your Notebook PC. Do not leave your Notebook PC on , ensure that your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41... and 35°C (95°F). While powered on your lap or near any materials that must be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with this rating. Contact your airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. You can reduce air circulation...
...Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that you do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with your Notebook PC. Do not leave your Notebook PC on , ensure that your power adapter complies with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41... and 35°C (95°F). While powered on your lap or near any materials that must be followed when using your Notebook PC in environments with this rating. Contact your airline provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. You can reduce air circulation...
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... chemicals on top of warm water. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose 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 near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the...
... chemicals on top of warm water. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose 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 near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the...
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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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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.
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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. 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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Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 12 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. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual The top view may vary per region or country.
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... files on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. Power button Press the power button to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC shuts down. You can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone The... built-in microphone can also use . Camera The built-in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to turn your...
... files on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC. Power button Press the power button to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC shuts down. You can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Microphone The... built-in microphone can also use . Camera The built-in use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to turn your...
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... and as pointer direction keys. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia...
... and as pointer direction keys. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia...
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...than 10%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95...% and 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Status indicators ...
...than 10%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95...% and 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Status indicators ...
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...lock function is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Drive activity 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 numeric input. This allows you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing the internal storage drives.
...lock function is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is activated. Drive activity 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 numeric input. This allows you to use some of the keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing the internal storage drives.
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... on model. WARNING! Ensure that can block the vents. When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of the Notebook PC can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The battery pack cannot...
... on model. WARNING! Ensure that can block the vents. When working on your Notebook PC, do not block any of the Notebook PC can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. IMPORTANT! Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. The battery pack cannot...
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Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs (on selected models) These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Right Side 17" model 15" model USB 2.0 ports (on selected models) recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Optical disc drive Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs (on selected models) These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Right Side 17" model 15" model USB 2.0 ports (on selected models) recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
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... may become warm to hot while in this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. WARNING! Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more...
... may become warm to hot while in this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. WARNING! Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more...
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... do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Left Side 17" and 15" model Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect your...
... do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Left Side 17" and 15" model Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect your...
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You can also use this port to connect to USB 2.0. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. USB 3.0 ports The Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to a local area network (LAN). Notebook PC E-Manual 21 LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone.
You can also use this port to connect to USB 2.0. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. USB 3.0 ports The Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to a local area network (LAN). Notebook PC E-Manual 21 LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone.