Asus TAICHI31 User Manual

Notebook PCE-Manual

10Notebook PC E-ManualProper disposalDo not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts

100Notebook PC E-ManualThis requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please

Notebook PC E-Manual101UL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected t

102Notebook PC E-ManualPower Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power co

Notebook PC E-Manual103VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfo

104Notebook PC E-ManualService warning labelWARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUM

Notebook PC E-Manual105CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

106Notebook PC E-ManualSpanishSwedishENERGY STAR complied productENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.

Notebook PC E-Manual107European Union Eco-labelThis Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the following

108Notebook PC E-ManualGlobal Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our

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Notebook PC E-Manual11Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

110Notebook PC E-ManualEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE RD., PE

12Notebook PC E-ManualNotebook ViewNOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The Notebook view may also vary in appearance depe

Notebook PC E-Manual13Array microphones The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and beam forming functions for better voice r

14Notebook PC E-ManualTaichi keyThis key launches the Taichi home page on your Notebook PC so you can switch between these screen modes: Notebook Mode

Notebook PC E-Manual15KeyboardThe keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use the

16Notebook PC E-ManualTablet ViewWindows® 8 touch buttonTouch this button to go back to the Start screen. If you are already in the Start screen, tou

Notebook PC E-Manual17CameraThe built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC.Tablet screenThe Tablet screen all

18Notebook PC E-ManualBottomNOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot

Notebook PC E-Manual19Audio speakersThis Notebook PC uses SonicMaster technology developed in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen ICEPower®, allowin

2Notebook PC E-ManualCOPYRIGHT INFORMATIONNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted,

20Notebook PC E-ManualRight SidePower switchMove the power switch to the left to turn your Notebook PC on or o. You can also use the power switch to

Notebook PC E-Manual21USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+ feature. USB Charger+ allows you to

22Notebook PC E-ManualHeadphone output/microphone input combo jack portThis port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplied speakers or headph

Notebook PC E-Manual23Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

24Notebook PC E-ManualGetting startedCharge your Notebook PC.A. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source.B. Connect the DC power conn

Notebook PC E-Manual25Lift to open the display panel.Move the power switch to the left.

26Notebook PC E-ManualLeft edge swipe Right edge swipeSwipe from the left edge of the screen to shue your running apps. Swipe from the right edge of

Notebook PC E-Manual27Top edge swipe Finger slide• In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view the All Apps bar.• In a runnin

28Notebook PC E-ManualUsing touchpad gesturesRefer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touchpad.One-nger gesturesTap/Doub

Notebook PC E-Manual29Left-click Right-click• In the Start screen, click an app to launch it.• In Desktop mode, double-click an application to launc

Notebook PC E-Manual3Table of ContentsAbout this manual ...

30Notebook PC E-ManualTop edge swipe• In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar.• In a running app, swipe from the top

Notebook PC E-Manual31Two-nger gesturesTap RotateTap two ngers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function.To rotate an image, place two n

32Notebook PC E-ManualThree-nger gesturesDrag and dropSelect an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other nger, slide down the touc

Notebook PC E-Manual33Function keysThe function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger the following commands:NOTE: To use the original funct

34Notebook PC E-ManualFunction keys for ASUS AppsYour Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch ASUS apps.

Notebook PC E-Manual35Using the Taichi keyThe Taichi key on your Notebook PC’s keyboard allows you to access four screen modes via the ASUS Taichi hom

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Notebook PC E-Manual37Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

38Notebook PC E-ManualStarting for the rst timeWhen you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in conguring

Notebook PC E-Manual39Windows® AppThese are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-format for easy access.NOTE: Some apps require sign

4Notebook PC E-ManualWindows® UI ...39Start screen

40Notebook PC E-ManualHotspotsOnscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotsp

Notebook PC E-Manual41Hotspot Actionupper left corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper left corner then tap on the recent app’s thumbnail to reve

42Notebook PC E-ManualWorking with Windows® appsUse your Notebook PC’s Tablet screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps.Launc

Notebook PC E-Manual43Resizing apps1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar. 2. Tap to reduce or to enlarge the app tile.R

44Notebook PC E-ManualClosing appsTap and hold the top side of the running app then drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it.1. Move your

Notebook PC E-Manual45Accessing the Apps screenAside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications through t

46Notebook PC E-ManualPinning more apps on the Start screenYou can pin more apps on the Start screen using your Tablet screen or touchpad.1. In the

Notebook PC E-Manual47Charm barThe Charm bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that al

48Notebook PC E-ManualSearch This tool allows you to look for les, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC.ShareThis tool allows you to share a

Notebook PC E-Manual49Snap featureThe Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps.IMPORTANT! Ensure that

Notebook PC E-Manual5Troubleshoot...82Refresh your

50Notebook PC E-Manual1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Press .3. Launch another app.4. To switch between apps, press . 1. Launch the app

Notebook PC E-Manual51Other keyboard shortcutsUsing the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigat

52Notebook PC E-ManualOpens the Second screen paneOpens the Apps search paneOpens the Run windowOpens Ease of Access CenterOpens the Settings search p

Notebook PC E-Manual53Connecting to wireless networksWi-FiAccess emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using y

54Notebook PC E-Manual4. Tap Connect to start the network connection. NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi connect

Notebook PC E-Manual55Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.IMPORTANT! Ensure the Airplan

56Notebook PC E-Manual4. Select a device from the list. Compare the passcode on your Notebook PC with the passcode sent to your chosen device. If the

Notebook PC E-Manual57Turning Airplane mode oor1. Launch the Charm bar.2. Tap and tap .3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode

58Notebook PC E-ManualConnecting to wired networksYou can also connect to wired networks, such as local area networks and broadband Internet connectio

Notebook PC E-Manual595. Tap Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then tap Properties.NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connect

6Notebook PC E-ManualAbout this manualThis manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through

60Notebook PC E-Manual7. Return to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap Set up a new connection or network.8. Select Connect to the Intern

Notebook PC E-Manual6110. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap Connect.11. Tap Close to nish the conguration.12. Tap on

62Notebook PC E-ManualConguring a static IP network connectionor1. Repeat steps 1 to 5 under Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection.2 Tap

Notebook PC E-Manual63Turning your Notebook PC offYou can turn o your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures:Putting your Notebook P

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Notebook PC E-Manual65Chapter 4: ASUS apps

66Notebook PC E-ManualLifeFrameEnhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio le

Notebook PC E-Manual67LifeFrame functionsCameraUse this function to take pictures using your webcam.CamcorderUse this function to take videos through

68Notebook PC E-ManualPower4Gear HybridOptimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. NOTE: Unplugging the N

Notebook PC E-Manual69USB Charger+USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC’s USB charge port.This feature can

Notebook PC E-Manual7Conventions used in this manualTo highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows:IMPORTANT! This me

70Notebook PC E-Manual3. Select one or both of these charging options: Enable quick charge when the system is running or Enable quick charge when the

Notebook PC E-Manual71Instant OnSave battery power while your Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode (Deep S3) using Instant On. NOTE: Deep S3 is a technol

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Notebook PC E-Manual73Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST)

74Notebook PC E-ManualThe Power-on Self Test (POST)The Power-on Self Test (POST) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when yo

Notebook PC E-Manual75BIOS SettingsNOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may dier by model and territory.

76Notebook PC E-ManualSecurityThis menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control th

Notebook PC E-Manual77I/O Interface SecurityIn the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to lock or unlock some interface functions of

78Notebook PC E-ManualUSB Interface SecurityThrough the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock port

Notebook PC E-Manual79Set Master PasswordIn the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk d

8Notebook PC E-ManualSafety precautionsUsing your Notebook PCDo not place your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not leave your Note

80Notebook PC E-ManualSave & ExitTo keep your conguration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - C

Notebook PC E-Manual816. Locate your downloaded BIOS le in the ash disk drive then press . 7. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Res

82Notebook PC E-ManualTroubleshootBy pressing during POST, you can access Windows® 8 troubleshoot options which includes the following:• Refresh yo

Notebook PC E-Manual83Reset your PCIMPORTANT! Back up all your data before performing this option.Use Reset your PC to restore your Notebook PC to its

84Notebook PC E-ManualUsing System Image RecoveryUnder Advanced options, you can use System Image Recovery to recover your system using your Notebook

Notebook PC E-Manual854. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery.5. Choose an account you would like to recover using a system

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Notebook PC E-Manual87Appendices

88Notebook PC E-ManualDVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models)The DVD-ROM drive allows you to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. You can pur

Notebook PC E-Manual89Region DenitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland

Notebook PC E-Manual9Caring for your Notebook PCDo not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments.Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks.Do not

90Notebook PC E-ManualThe Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high denition (HD) videos and other disc le formats such as DVDs and CDs. Region Den

Notebook PC E-Manual91Internal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan),

92Notebook PC E-ManualNetwork Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the netw

Notebook PC E-Manual93This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1Yes NoBelgium Yes NoCzech

94Notebook PC E-ManualThis information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.

Notebook PC E-Manual95• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equip

96Notebook PC E-ManualFCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution StatementWARNING! Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party resp

Notebook PC E-Manual97CE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the requirements

98Notebook PC E-ManualDéclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux ra

Notebook PC E-Manual99Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch