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... liability, you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for which you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in this... Warranty Statement. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS...
... liability, you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is the maximum for which you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com Notebook PC E-Manual Products and corporate names appearing in this... Warranty Statement. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS...
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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 guides you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you ... process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter...
... This chapter guides you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC's Windows® 8 operating system. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you ... process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with Windows® 8 This chapter...
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.... Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that 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 complete a task.... This message contains important information that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! This message contains vital information that ...
.... Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that 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 complete a task.... This message contains important information that must be followed to in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual Italic = This indicates sections that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! This message contains vital information that ...
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... that you do not expose them to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used in -flight. You can reduce air circulation. Do not place your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with...;C (95°F). Safety precautions Using your body to learn about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on your lap or near any materials that must be followed when using your power adapter...
... that you do not expose them to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used in -flight. You can reduce air circulation. Do not place your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with...;C (95°F). Safety precautions Using your body to learn about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on your lap or near any materials that must be followed when using your power adapter...
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...a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other ...chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. 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...
...a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other ...chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC. 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...
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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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. 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. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Check local regulations for disposal of parts and recycling. Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
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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. 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
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... display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to put your... Notebook PC on your Notebook PC shuts down. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 You can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator ...
... display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to put your... Notebook PC on your Notebook PC shuts down. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 You can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator ...
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.... Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual
.... Numeric keypad (on selected models) section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... E-Manual 17 Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power ... mode. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 10%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the...
... E-Manual 17 Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power ... mode. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC. The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Lights off The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 10%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the...
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Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This ... function is enabled. 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 This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when your...
Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This ... function is enabled. 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 This allows you to use some of the keys on selected models) This indicator lights up when your...
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IMPORTANT! 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. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model.
IMPORTANT! 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. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can block the vents. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on model.
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... locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. WARNING! Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is used to keep the battery pack secured. This lock should be held in place once it is a reserved space for the HDD... (random-access memory) modules to a power source. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The manual battery lock is connected to increase the memory capacity of the air vents or else...
... locks the battery pack in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. WARNING! Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is used to keep the battery pack secured. This lock should be held in place once it is a reserved space for the HDD... (random-access memory) modules to a power source. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of your Notebook PC. Hard disk drive compartment (on selected models) The manual battery lock is connected to increase the memory capacity of the air vents or else...
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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. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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.
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. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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.
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Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING!
Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in this manual. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work . Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to the Using the optical drive section in case the electronic eject button does not work . NOTE: For more details, refer to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING!