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... 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 PC E-Manual
... 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 PC E-Manual
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... 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 shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 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...
... 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 shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 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...
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... 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 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 models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
... 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 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 models 103 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 108 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 110 Internal Modem Compliancy 110 Overview...111 Network Compatibility...
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... you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your...
... you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your...
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... Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to ...Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 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 battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using...
... Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to ...Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 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 battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using...
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... this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows 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. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Keyboard The keyboard...
... this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows 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. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Keyboard The keyboard...
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...as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi...
...as A, B, C) using your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Number lock indicator (on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi...
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.... Manual battery lock (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of the air vents or else overheating may occur. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC is connected to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables...
.... Manual battery lock (on selected models) The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. Random-access memory module compartment (on selected models) This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD (hard disk drive) of the air vents or else overheating may occur. When charged, the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC is connected to keep the battery pack secured. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Notebook PC E-Manual 39
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Notebook PC E-Manual 39
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... Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Press in your Notebook PC, illustrated as below . Press this key to go back to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in combination with the arrow keys on selected models) The multimedia control keys allow you to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used...
... Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Press in your Notebook PC, illustrated as below . Press this key to go back to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in combination with the arrow keys on selected models) The multimedia control keys allow you to the last app you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used...
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... enters the Windows®8 operating system. Press the power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. Watch this to use on your Notebook PC. 3. 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 start...
... enters the Windows®8 operating system. Press the power button on your Notebook PC's keyboard. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual After configuring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. Watch this to use on your Notebook PC. 3. 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 start...
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Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual To launch LifeFrame Press .
Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in thumbnail view. The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in /out Notebook PC E-Manual To launch LifeFrame Press .
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... Notebook PC E-Manual Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. You may result to system instability or boot failure. BIOS The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The software that are needed for more details. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings...
... Notebook PC E-Manual Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. You may result to system instability or boot failure. BIOS The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The software that are needed for more details. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings...
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...Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 You may differ by model and territory. The actual screens may refer to set your boot...
...Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast 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. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 You may differ by model and territory. The actual screens may refer to set your boot...
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Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American ...
Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American ...
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... boot or enter Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
... boot or enter Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
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Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version...
Security USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports [UnLock] CMOS Camera [UnLock] Card Reader Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version...
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... Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to your hard disk drive. If ONLY the user's password is set up a password-enabled access to boot or enter Setup. Set HDD Master Password...
... Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to your hard disk drive. If ONLY the user's password is set up a password-enabled access to boot or enter Setup. Set HDD Master Password...
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... AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt UtiSleictuyri-tyCopySraivgeht& (ECx)it2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. F1 : General Help...
... AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt UtiSleictuyri-tyCopySraivgeht& (ECx)it2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. F1 : General Help...
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... key on power management and its benefits to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of the U.S. Limited use of the use and stand-by encouraging recycling. 5. Designed for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. The monitor and computer are automatically set to the environment. All ASUS...
... key on power management and its benefits to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of the U.S. Limited use of the use and stand-by encouraging recycling. 5. Designed for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. The monitor and computer are automatically set to the environment. All ASUS...