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10Notebook PC E-ManualAirplane modeYou can send your Notebook PC through airport x-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not e

100Notebook PC E-ManualVORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfo

Notebook PC E-Manual101Optical Drive Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationInternal or external optical drives sold with this Notebook PC contains

102Notebook PC E-ManualCTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)DanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekItalianPortuguese

Notebook PC E-Manual103SpanishSwedishENERGY STAR complied productENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.

104Notebook 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-Manual105Global 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

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-Manual15 Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. Refer to t

16Notebook PC E-ManualBottomNOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot wh

Notebook PC E-Manual17Spring battery lockThe spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in place once it is inserted into the battery sl

18Notebook PC E-ManualRight SideHeadphone output jack portThe headphone output jack port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplied speakers o

Notebook PC E-Manual19Optical disc drive eject buttonPress this button to eject the optical drive tray.Manual eject holeThe manual eject hole is used

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20Notebook PC E-ManualLeft SideKensington® lock portThe Kensington® lock port allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Noteb

Notebook PC E-Manual21LAN portInsert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area network (LAN).USB 3.0 portsThese Universal Serial Bus

22Notebook PC E-ManualFront ViewMemory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card

Notebook PC E-Manual23Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

24Notebook PC E-ManualGetting startedNOTE: If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures for installation

Notebook PC E-Manual25Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the rst time.Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adap

26Notebook PC E-ManualLift to open the display panel.Press the power button.

Notebook PC E-Manual27The Power-on Self Test (POST)When you turn on the Notebook PC, it runs through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests

28Notebook PC E-ManualBIOS SettingsNOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may dier by model and territory.

Notebook PC E-Manual29SecurityThis menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control ac

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

30Notebook PC E-ManualI/O Interface SecurityIn the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to lock or unlock some interface functions of

Notebook PC E-Manual31USB Interface SecurityThrough the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock port

32Notebook PC E-ManualSet Master PasswordIn the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk d

Notebook PC E-Manual33Save & ExitTo keep your conguration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - C

34Notebook PC E-Manual4. Locate the latest BIOS le then start updating the BIOS. 5. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Default

Notebook PC E-Manual35Moving the pointerYou can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your nger on the touchpad t

36Notebook PC E-ManualOne-nger gesturesTap/Double tap• In the Metro Start screen, tap an app to launch it.• In Desktop mode, double-tap an item to

Notebook PC E-Manual37Drag and dropDouble-tap an item, then slide the same nger without lifting it o the touchpad. To drop the item to its new locat

38Notebook PC E-ManualTwo-nger gesturesTap RotateTap two ngers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function.To rotate an image, place two n

Notebook PC E-Manual39Three-nger gesturesDrag and dropSelect an item then press and hold the left mouse button. Using your other nger, slide down th

4Notebook PC E-ManualFunction keys for ASUS Apps ...41Windows®8 keys ...

40Notebook PC E-ManualFunction keysThe function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger actions inside the Metro Start screen and desktop mode

Notebook PC E-Manual41Function keys for ASUS AppsYour Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch ASUS apps.

42Notebook PC E-ManualMultimedia control keys The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia les, such as audios and videos, when played

Notebook PC E-Manual43Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC is on, press the drive’s eject button to partially eject the drive’s tray.2.

44Notebook PC E-Manual5. Push the drive tray gently to close the optical drive. NOTE: While data is being read, it is normal to hear some spinning an

Notebook PC E-Manual45Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

46Notebook 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-Manual47Metro style UIThe Metro style user interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8. It includes the following featur

48Notebook 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-Manual49Hotspot Actionupper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then tap on the recent app’s thumbnail to revert back to that running a

Notebook PC E-Manual5USB Charger+ ...71Instant On ...

50Notebook PC E-ManualWorking with Metro Style appsUse your Notebook PC’s touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your apps.Launching appsPositio

Notebook PC E-Manual51Closing apps1. Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon.2

52Notebook PC E-ManualAccessing the Apps screenAside from the apps already pinned on your Metro Start screen, you can also open other applications thr

Notebook PC E-Manual53Pinning more apps on the Metro Start screenYou can pin more apps on the Metro Start screen using your touchpad.1. Position the

54Notebook PC E-ManualCharm barThe Charm bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that al

Notebook PC E-Manual55Search This tool allows you to look for les, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC.ShareThis tool allows you to share a

56Notebook PC E-ManualSnap featureThe Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps.IMPORTANT! Ensure that

Notebook PC E-Manual571. Launch an app then 2. Press .3. To switch between apps, press .

58Notebook PC E-ManualOther keyboard shortcutsUsing the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigat

Notebook PC E-Manual59Wi-Fi connectionAccess emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC’s Wi

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

60Notebook 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-Manual61Bluetooth connectionUse Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.IMPORTANT! Ensure t

62Notebook 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-Manual63Turning Airplane mode o1. Launch the Charm bar.2. Tap and tap .3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode o

64Notebook PC E-ManualRemove everything and reinstall WindowsRestoring your Notebook PC to its original factory settings is done using the Remove ever

Notebook PC E-Manual65Turning your Notebook PC offYou can shut down your Notebook PC by doing either of the following:Putting your Notebook PC to slee

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Notebook PC E-Manual67Chapter 4: ASUS apps

68Notebook PC E-ManualLifeFrameEnhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio le

Notebook PC E-Manual69LifeFrame functions CameraUse this function to take pictures using your webcam. CamcorderUse this function to take videos thro

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

Notebook PC E-Manual71USB Charger+USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC’s USB charge port.This feature can

72Notebook 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-Manual73Instant 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-Manual75Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC

76Notebook PC E-ManualInstalling a Random Access Memory (RAM) moduleNOTE: Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on memory upg

Notebook PC E-Manual77BBAABBABAABCARAM card

78Notebook PC E-ManualReplacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD)WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines a

Notebook PC E-Manual79new hard disk drive

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-ManualReplacing the battery packnew battery packold battery pack

Notebook PC E-Manual81Chapter 6: Troubleshooting your Notebook PC

82Notebook PC E-Manual Issue SolutionsMy optical disc drive cannot read from or write to discs.Update the BIOS to the latest version then try again. I

Notebook PC E-Manual83 Issue SolutionsMy Notebook PC does not turn on.• Check the power cord connections.• Check if the battery pack is properly ali

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Notebook PC E-Manual85Appendices

86Notebook 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-Manual87Region DenitionsRegion 1Canada, US, US TerritoriesRegion 2Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland

88Notebook 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-Manual89Internal Modem CompliancyThe Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan),

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

Notebook PC E-Manual91This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.Country Applied More TestingAustria1Yes NoBelgium Yes NoCzech

92Notebook 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-Manual93• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equip

94Notebook PC E-ManualFCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution StatementWARNING! Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party resp

Notebook PC E-Manual95CE MarkingCE marking for devices without wireless LAN/BluetoothThe shipped version of this device complies with the requirements

96Notebook PC E-ManualWireless Operation Channel for Dierent DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch

Notebook PC E-Manual97This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please c

98Notebook PC E-ManualUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to

Notebook PC E-Manual99Power Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cor