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-ManualEuropean Union Eco-labelThis Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the following
Notebook PC E-Manual101Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our
102Notebook PC E-ManualEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F,No.150, LI-TE RD., PEIT
Notebook PC E-Manual11Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
12Notebook PC E-ManualGetting to know your Notebook PCTop ViewNOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The top view may also v
Notebook PC E-Manual13Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording.CameraThe bui
14Notebook PC E-ManualKeyboardThe keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use the
Notebook PC E-Manual15Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC. Power indicator The po
16Notebook PC E-Manual Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth
Notebook PC E-Manual17BottomNOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot
18Notebook PC E-ManualRight SideMemory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card
Notebook PC E-Manual19Power (DC) input portInsert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Noteboo
2Notebook PC E-ManualCOPYRIGHT INFORMATIONNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted,
20Notebook PC E-ManualHDMI portThis port is for a High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and
Notebook PC E-Manual21Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
22Notebook 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-Manual23Lift to open the display panel.Press the power button.
24Notebook PC E-ManualLeft edge swipe Right edge swipeSwipe from the left edge of the screen to shue your running apps. Swipe from the right edge of
Notebook PC E-Manual25Top 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
26Notebook PC E-ManualMoving the pointerYou can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your nger on the touchpad t
Notebook PC E-Manual27One-nger gesturesTap/Double tap• In the Start screen, tap an app to launch it.• In Desktop mode, double-tap an application to
28Notebook PC E-ManualDrag and dropDouble-tap an item, then slide the same nger without lifting it o the touchpad. To drop the item to its new locat
Notebook PC E-Manual29Two-nger gesturesTap RotateTap two ngers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function.To rotate an image in Windows® P
Notebook PC E-Manual3Table of ContentsAbout this manual ...
30Notebook PC E-ManualDrag and dropSelect an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other nger, slide down the touchpad to drag and dro
Notebook PC E-Manual31Function keysThe function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger the following commands:Using the keyboardPuts the Note
32Notebook 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-Manual33Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
34Notebook PC E-ManualStarting for the rst timeWhen you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in conifguring
Notebook PC E-Manual35Windows® AppThese are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-format for easy access.NOTE: Some apps require sign
36Notebook 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-Manual37Hotspot Actionupper left corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper left corner then tap on the recent app’s thumbnail to reve
38Notebook PC E-ManualWorking with Windows® appsUse your Notebook PC’s touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps.Launch
Notebook PC E-Manual39Resizing apps(on selected models)1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar. 2. Tap to reduce or to en
4Notebook PC E-ManualWindows® App ...35Hotspots...
40Notebook PC E-ManualClosing apps(on selected models) Tap and hold the top side of the running app then drag it down to the bottom of the screen to c
Notebook PC E-Manual41Accessing the Apps screenAside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications through t
42Notebook PC E-ManualPinning more apps on the Start screenYou can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touch screen or touchpad.(on selected
Notebook PC E-Manual43Charm barThe Charm bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that al
44Notebook 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-Manual45Snap featureThe Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps.IMPORTANT! Ensure that
46Notebook 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-Manual47Other keyboard shortcutsUsing the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigat
48Notebook 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-Manual49Connecting to wireless networksWi-FiAccess emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using y
Notebook PC E-Manual5AppendicesDVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ...82Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected
50Notebook 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-Manual51Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.IMPORTANT! Ensure the Airplan
52Notebook 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-Manual53Turning Airplane mode oor1. Launch the Charm bar.2. Tap and tap .3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode
54Notebook PC E-ManualConnecting to wired networksYou can also connect to wired networks, such as local area networks and broadband Internet connectio
Notebook PC E-Manual555. Tap Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then tap Properties.NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connect
56Notebook 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-Manual5710. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap Connect.11. Tap Close to nish the conguration.12. Tap on
58Notebook PC E-ManualConguring a static IP network connectionor1. Repeat steps 1 to 5 under Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection.2 Tap
Notebook PC E-Manual59Turning your Notebook PC offYou can turn o your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures:Putting your Notebook P
6Notebook PC E-ManualAbout this manualNOTE: The following information is only for selected Notebook PC models pre-installed with Windows® 8.This manua
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Notebook PC E-Manual61Chapter 4: ASUS apps
62Notebook PC E-ManualLifeFrameEnhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio le
Notebook PC E-Manual63LifeFrame functionsCameraUse this function to take pictures using your webcam.CamcorderUse this function to take videos through
64Notebook PC E-ManualPower4Gear HybridOptimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. NOTE: Unplugging the N
Notebook PC E-Manual65Instant 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-Manual67Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST)
68Notebook 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-Manual69BIOS SettingsNOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may dier by model and territory.
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-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-Manual71I/O Interface SecurityIn the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to lock or unlock some interface functions of
72Notebook 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-Manual73Set Master PasswordIn the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk d
74Notebook PC E-ManualSave & ExitTo keep your conguration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - C
Notebook PC E-Manual756. Locate your downloaded BIOS le in the ash disk drive then press . 7. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Res
76Notebook PC E-ManualTroubleshootBy pressing during POST, you can access Windows® 8 troubleshoot options which includes the following:• Refresh yo
Notebook PC E-Manual77Reset your PCIMPORTANT! Back up all your data before performing this option.Use Reset your PC to restore your Notebook PC to its
78Notebook PC E-ManualUsing System Image RecoveryUnder Advanced options, you can use System Image Recovery to recover your system using your Notebook
Notebook PC E-Manual794. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery.5. Choose an account you would like to recover using a system
8Notebook PC E-ManualSafety precautionsUsing your Notebook PCDo not place your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not leave your Note
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Notebook PC E-Manual81Appendices
82Notebook 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-Manual83Region DenitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland
84Notebook PC E-ManualThe Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high denition (HD) videos and other disc le formats such as DVDs and CDs. Region Den
Notebook PC E-Manual85Internal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan),
86Notebook PC E-ManualNetwork Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the netw
Notebook PC E-Manual87This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1Yes NoBelgium Yes NoCzech
88Notebook 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-Manual89• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equip
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-ManualFCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution StatementWARNING! Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party resp
Notebook PC E-Manual91CE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the requirements
92Notebook PC E-ManualWireless Operation Channel for Dierent DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch
Notebook PC E-Manual93This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please c
94Notebook PC E-ManualUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to
Notebook PC E-Manual95Power Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cor
96Notebook PC E-ManualVORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfoh
Notebook PC E-Manual97Optical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains
98Notebook PC E-ManualCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese
Notebook PC E-Manual99SpanishSwedishENERGY STAR complied productENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S
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