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... TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. In each product. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU ...FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY...
... TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. In each product. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU ...FOR DAMAGES; (2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY...
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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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... using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how...
... using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how...
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...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. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains important information that must be selected. WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the.... This message contains vital information that you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text...
...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. Notebook PC E-Manual This message contains important information that must be selected. WARNING! Icons The icons below indicate the.... This message contains vital information that you can help complete tasks. Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text...
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... near any materials that you do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not place your Notebook PC with this rating. You can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used and restrictions that can reduce air circulation. Do not use damaged power cords,...provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not leave your Notebook PC on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with any part of your body...
... near any materials that you do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. Do not place your Notebook PC with this rating. You can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used and restrictions that can reduce air circulation. Do not use damaged power cords,...provider to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used in -flight. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not leave your Notebook PC on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with any part of your body...
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... as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use or 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...
... as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use or 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...
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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 product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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 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 product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC 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 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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... off. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Microphone The built-in use the power button ...to put your Notebook PC shuts down. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC. You can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in camera allows you...
... off. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Microphone The built-in use the power button ...to put your Notebook PC shuts down. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC. You can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in camera allows you...
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... depth for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between...
... depth for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad toggles between...
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... Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the ...battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of...
... Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the ...battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of...
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...lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator... lights up when the number lock function is activated. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled.
...lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Drive activity indicator This indicator... lights up when the number lock function is activated. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled.
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... block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 WARNING! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to hot... while in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
... block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 WARNING! Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may occur. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to hot... while in appearance depending on surfaces that can get warm to exit the Notebook PC. The bottom of the air vents or else overheating may vary in use or while charging the battery pack.
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Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side 17" model 15" model USB 2.0 ports (on selected models) recordable discs, or rewritable discs. 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.
Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Right Side 17" model 15" model USB 2.0 ports (on selected models) recordable discs, or rewritable discs. 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.
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... warm to hot while in this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this manual. Use the manual...
... warm to hot while in this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this manual. Use the manual...
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... an external display. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other objects ...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...
... an external display. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other objects ...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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Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. You can also use this port to connect 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 USB 2.0. 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 amplified speakers or headphones.
Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. You can also use this port to connect 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 USB 2.0. 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 amplified speakers or headphones.