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... it, may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are entitled to claim damages from ASUS. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual OR (3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR...
... it, may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are entitled to claim damages from ASUS. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual OR (3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR...
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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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...This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter ...: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of using Windows...
...This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter ...: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of using Windows...
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... E-Manual This message contains important information that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to keep you can refer to ... manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
... E-Manual This message contains important information that you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC's data and components. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to keep you can refer to ... manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
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...176;C (95°F). While powered on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on , ensure that you do not ... lap or near any materials that your power adapter complies with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that can reduce air circulation. Do not leave your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Notebook PC E-Manual You can be used and restrictions that must be used in -flight...
...176;C (95°F). While powered on conveyor belts), but do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with this rating. Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on , ensure that you do not ... lap or near any materials that your power adapter complies with any part of your Notebook PC and ensure that can reduce air circulation. Do not leave your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Notebook PC E-Manual You can be used and restrictions that must be used in -flight...
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... solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 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. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene... top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near ...
... solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 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. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene... top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near ...
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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. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not throw the battery 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. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products.
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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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... The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Camera The built-in microphone can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in use the power button to sleep or... viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. You can...
... The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Camera The built-in microphone can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC on selected models) The built-in use the power button to sleep or... viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. You can...
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NOTE: For more details, refer 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 enables you ...
NOTE: For more details, refer 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 enables you ...
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...the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is plugged to 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when... the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the...
...the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is plugged to 100%. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when... the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the...
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...'s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the ... function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
...'s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the ... function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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 bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 IMPORTANT! The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
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 bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. WARNING! When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 IMPORTANT! The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
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...that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) This compartment allows you to ...add RAM (random-access memory) modules to a power source. IMPORTANT! Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your...
...that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to your Notebook PC. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) This compartment allows you to ...add RAM (random-access memory) modules to a power source. IMPORTANT! Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of your...
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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. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 21
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. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 21
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WARNING! Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you 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 . Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual.
WARNING! Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you 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 . Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual.