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1. IMPORTANT Purchase battery packs from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability NOTE The following steps are also applicable for removing and replacing the battery pack of your Notebook PC Notebook PC E Manual 103 Refer to the following steps when installing a new battery pack for your Notebook PC A Move the manual battery lock to the unlocked position B Move and hold the spring battery lock to an unlocked position C Pull out the old battery pack from the battery slot then release your hold on the spring battery lock 104 Notebook PC E Manual D Move the manual battery lock to the unlocked position E Align and insert the new battery pack into the Notebook PC s battery slot F Move the manual battery lock back to the locked position after inserting the battery pack Notebook PC E Manual 105 106 Notebook PC E Manual Appendices Notebook PC E Manual 107 DVD ROM Drive Information on selected models The DVD ROM drive allows you to view and create your own CDs and DVDs You can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to view DVD titles Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content CSS sometimes called copy guard is the name given to the content protection scheme a
2. To lock the USB interface 1 On the Security screen select UO Interface Security gt USB Interface Security 2 Select an interface that you would like to lock then select Lock NOTE Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security 84 Notebook PC E Manual Set Master Password Password Description Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status Set User Password D 1 0 Interface Security Save amp Exit If ONLY the Administrator s password is set then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup If ONLY the user s password is set then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup In Setup the User will have Administrator rights NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED n the Security menu you can use Set Master Password to set up a password enabled access to your hard disk drive Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced MEL Security Set HDD Master Password Advisable to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords Select Screen Select Item Select Change Opt General Help Optimized Defaults F10 Save amp Exit ESC Exit Version 2 15 1226 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc To set the HDD pas
3. Tap two fingers on the touchpad To rotate an image place two to simulate the right click fingers on the touchpad then function turn one finger clockwise or counterclockwise while the other stays still Two finger scroll up down Two finger scroll left right Slide two fingers to scroll up or Slide two fingers to scroll left or down right 36 Notebook PC E Manual Zoom out Zoom in Gu D Bring together your two fingers on Spread apart your two fingers on the touchpad the touchpad Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the left button Using your other finger slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a new location Notebook PC E Manual 37 Three finger gestures Swipe up Swipe down Swipe three fingers upward to Swipe three fingers downward to show all running applications show the Desktop mode 38 Notebook PC E Manual Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC s keyboard can trigger the following commands 1 pim 2 pii 5 Cr D DIR n l 7 DIR 8 i Co Ce Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE When enabled the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity 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
4. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any part of your body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure Do not use damaged power cords accessories and other peripherals with your Notebook PC While powered on ensure that you do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any materials that can reduce air circulation Do not place your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces C You can send your Notebook PC through x ray machines used on items placed on conveyor belts but do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands ee Contact your airline provider to learn about related La inflight services that can be used and restrictions a that must be followed when using your Notebook PC in flight Notebook PC E Manual 9 Caring for your Notebook PC e Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack if applicable before cleaning your Notebook PC Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC using a dry cloth Do not use strong solvents such as thinners benzene or other chemicals on or near your Notebook PC Do not place objects on top of your Notebook PC Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids rain or moisture Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty envir
5. NOTE The keyboard layout differs by model or territory Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of multi gestures to navigate onscreen providing an intuitive user experience It also simulates the functions of a regular mouse NOTE For more details refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual Notebook PC E Manual Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC 0 6 Q Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in sleep mode 4 Two color battery charge indicator The two color LED provides a visual indication of the battery s charge status Refer to the following table for details Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95 and 100 Solid Orange The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source charging its battery and the battery power is less than 95 Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10 Lights off The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10 to 100 Notebook PC E Manual 17 Di Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives Bluetooth Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC s wireless fun
6. Minimizes the Internet Explorer window OSUOO0O00DE a Ca Ca a ll a CRC Notebook PC E Manual 59 EN T an x a Ca a a a a a BH 60 Opens the Second screen pane Opens the Apps search pane Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings charm Opens a menu box of Windows tools Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings Enables the print screen function Notebook PC E Manual Connecting to wireless networks Wi Fi Access emails surf the Internet and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC s Wi Fi connection IMPORTANT The Airplane mode disables this feature Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Wi Fi connection of your Notebook PC Enabling Wi Fi Activate Wi Fi in your Notebook PC using the following steps on your touchpad 1 Launch the Charms bar 2 Tap EJ tap E 3 Select an access point from the list of available Wi Fi connections Notebook PC E Manual 61 62 Tap Connect to start the network connection NOTE You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi Fi connection If you want to enable sharing between your Notebook PC and other wireless enabled systems tap Yes turn on sharing and connect to devices Tap No don t turn on sharing or connect to devi
7. Notebook PC returns to its last working state in as fast as seven seconds four hours after entering into deep sleep mode 76 1 Instant On Tap this to activate the battery saving mode Notebook PC E Manual Chapter 5 Power on Self Test POST Notebook PC E Manual The Power on Self Test POST The Power on Self Test POST is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on or restart your Notebook PC The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC s architecture Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC You may refer to the following information for more details BIOS The Basic Input and Output System BIOS stores system hardware settings that are needed for system startup in the Notebook PC The default BIOS settings apply to most conditions of your Notebook PC Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you to run the BIOS Setup H You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates WARNING Using inappropriate BIOS settings may result to system instability or boot failure We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service perso
8. Notebook PC s touchpad or keyboard D Swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar cg From the Start screen press to select the All Apps icon then press E Notebook PC E Manual 53 Pinning more apps on the Start screen You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touchpad D 1 Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to pin on the Start screen 2 Right click on the app to activate its settings 3 Tap on the icon 54 Notebook PC E Manual The Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC Charms bar NOTE When called out the Charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons The image above shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated Use your Notebook PC s touchpad or keyboard to launch the Charms bar Sal Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen ea Cl a Notebook PC E Manual 55 Inside the Charms bar p Search This tool allows you to look for files applications or programs in your Notebook PC Share This tool allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email D Start This tool reverts the display back to the Start screen From the Start screen you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app Dev
9. interface and USB interface NOTE e If you install a User Password you will be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC s operating system e Ifyou install an Administrator Password you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main Advanced Boot Save amp Exit Set Administrator Password The If ONLY the Administrator s password is set password length then this only limits access to Setup and is must be in the only asked for when entering Setup If ONLY following range the user s password is set then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup In Setup the User will have Maximum length 20 Administrator rights Password Description Minimum length 3 Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password HDD Password Status NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Select Screen Select Item 1 0 Interface Security Select Change Opt General Help Secure Boot state Enabled Optimized Defaults Save amp Exit Exit Set User Password System Mode state User Secure Boot Control Enabled Key Management Version 2 15 1226 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Notebook PC E Manual 81 To set the password 1 On the Security screen select Administrator Password or User Password 2 Type ina password then press ei 3 Re t
10. once Ea You can also put your Notebook PC to sleep mode using Desktop mode To do this launch the desktop then press alt f4 to launch the Shut Down window Select Sleep from the drop down list then select OK Notebook PC E Manual 69 70 Notebook PC E Manual Chapter 4 ASUS apps Notebook PC E Manual Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app Create snapshots edit photos record videos record audio files use your webcam as a security monitoring device and play games using this app To launch LifeFrame Ste DI The archive toolbar displays a function s saved files in thumbnail view Action button Face tracking button Modes Capture Webcam Zoom in out button settings 72 Notebook PC E Manual LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take pictures using your webcam Camcorder Use this function to take videos through your webcam Monitor This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo Voice Recorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC Game This function lets you play games using the webcam Notebook PC E Manual 73 Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear NOTE Unplugging the Note
11. to change the settings of your Notebook PC Chapter 6 Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC Notebook PC E Manual 7 Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual some text are presented as follows IMPORTANT This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task NOTE This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks WARNING This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC s data and components Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC E Use the touchpad E Use the keyboard Typography Bold This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected Italic This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual 8 Notebook PC E Manual Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC ee is Noteboo should only be used in ag 6 This Notebook PC should only b di A M environments with ambient temperatures between 5 C 41 F and 35 C 95 F Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating
12. 8 Select Connect to the Internet then tap Next 9 Tap Broadband PPPoE 10 Type your User name Password and Connection name then tap Connect 11 Tap Close to finish the configuration 12 Tap EI on the taskbar then tap the connection you just created 13 Type your user name and password then tap Connect to start connecting to the Internet Notebook PC E Manual 67 Configuring a static IP network connection amp 1 Repeat steps 1 to 5 under Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection 2 Tap Use the following IP address 3 Type the IP address Subnet mask and Default gateway from your service provider 4 If needed you can also type the preferred DNS server address and alternate DNS server address then tap OK 68 Notebook PC E Manual Turning your Notebook PC off You can turn off your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures a Tap D from the Charms bar then tap gt Shut down to do a normal shutdown i D From the log in screen tap gt Shut down E You can also shut down your Notebook PC using Desktop mode To do this launch the desktop then press alt f4 to launch the Shut Down window Select Shut Down from the drop down list then select OK If your Notebook PC is unresponsive press and hold the power button for at least four 4 seconds until your Notebook PC turns off Putting your Notebook PC to sleep To put your Notebook PC on Sleep mode press the power button
13. AZIZ EGE 7 Notebook PC E Manual E7926 First Edition February 2013 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC ASUS ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE AND S
14. Continue 7 Tap Refresh IMPORTANT Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before refreshing your system Notebook PC E Manual 89 Reset your PC IMPORTANT Back up all your data before performing this option Use Reset your PC to restore your Notebook PC to its default settings To access this during POST 90 Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST Wait for Windows to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot Tap Reset your PC In the Reset your PC screen read the bullet points to learn more about using this option then tap Next Tap your preferred reset option Just remove my files or Fully clean the drive Tap Reset IMPORTANT Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before resetting your system Notebook PC E Manual Advanced options Use Advanced options to perform additional troubleshooting options in your Notebook PC To access this during POST Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST Wait for Windows to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot Tap Advanced options In the Advanced options screen select the troubleshooting option you wish to perform Follow the succeeding steps to complete the process Using System Image Recovery Under Advanced options you can use System Image Recovery to recover your system using your Notebook PC s original image file To access this during POST Re
15. ERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U S Environmental Protection Agency and the U S Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard and the power management feature is enabled by default The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity To wake your computer click the mouse or press any key on the keyboard Please visit http www energy gov powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment In addition please visit http www energystar gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program NOTE Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux based operating systems European Union Eco label This Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label which means that this product has the following characteristics 1 Decreased energy consumption during use and stand by modes 2 Limited use of toxic heavy metals 3 Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health 4 Reduction of the use of natural resources 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 d
16. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Notebook PC E Manual 39 t Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode f2 e Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE When enabled the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity Function keys for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch ASUS apps Toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement fn C f a Technology app to switch between these display color enhancement modes Gamma Correction Vivid Mode Theater Mode Soft Mode My Profile and Normal H Launches the ASUS LifeFrame app 2 Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app a 40 Notebook PC E Manual Windows 8 keys There are two special Windows keys on your Notebook PC s keyboard used as below Press this key to go back to the Start screen If you are already in the Start screen press this key to go back to the last app you opened Press this key to simulate the right click functions Multimedia control keys on selected models The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files such as audios and videos when played in your Notebook PC Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC illustrated as below Stop DI ie alla Skip to Play or Skip to previous pause next track track or or fast rewind forward Notebook PC E Manual 41 Numeric keypad on selected model
17. HOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Copyright 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS part or other liability you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS In each such instance regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS ASUS is liable for no more than damages for bodily injury including death and damage to real property and tangible personal property or any other actual and direct damages resulted from omission or failure of performing legal duties under this Warranty Statement up to the listed contract price of each product ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss damages or claims based in contract tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement This limit also applies to ASUS suppliers and its reseller It is the maximum for which ASUS its suppliers and your reseller are collectively responsible UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING 1 THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES 2 LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO YOUR RECORDS OR DATA OR 3 SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS EVEN IF ASUS ITS SUPPLIERS O
18. R YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi language web site at http support asus com 2 Notebook PC E Manual Table of Contents About this manual Conventions used in this manual ICONS eebe erte Typography Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC Caring for your Notebook PC mm pm wo N Proper disposals Chapter 1 Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC rm 14 TOP Vi Wsssssicsiscsasnssscsscasvosesssosstcpncsssavaustssaosiiaissnetseasvsaivescosddinnsbeczvasvconensvzncmitetessoaite UAL Bottom Right Side Left Side Front Side Chapter 2 Using your Notebook PC Getting started Install the battery pack on selected models Charge your Notebook PC Lift to open the display panel Pressithe power button Gestures for the touchpad Using the keyboard Function keys Function keys for ASUS Apps Windows 8 keys Multimedia control keys on selected models Numeric keypad on selected models Using theoptical deenen Seiren Notebook PC E Manual 3 Chapter 3 Working with Windows 8 Starting for the first time Windows 8 lock screen e Windows Hee eeben Start screen Windows Apps 47 Hotspots Working with Windows app rie 51 Launching apps Customizing apps Closing apps Accessing the Apps screen Charms bar Snap feature
19. al Microphone The built in microphone can be used for video conferencing voice narrations or simple audio recording Camera The built in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built in camera is in use Microphone on selected models The built in microphone can be used for video conferencing voice narrations or simple audio recording Display panel This high definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos videos and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or off You can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive press and hold the power button for about four 4 seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down Notebook PC E Manual 15 Numeric keypad on selected models The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions for numeric input and as pointer direction keys NOTE For more details refer to the Numeric keypad on selected models section in this manual Keyboard The keyboard provides full sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing It also enables you to use the function keys allows quick access to Windows and controls other multimedia functions
20. and is supplied without liability For updates to this table you may visit http www cetecom de technologies ctr_21 html 1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling which would make any additional testing superfluous In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller ID facilities Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 Operation is subject to the following two conditions H This device may not cause harmful interference H This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be deter
21. ation rests Statement se Gnade Sat D claration d Industrie Canada relative l exposition aux ondes radio Wireless Operation Channel for Different BE Ge o 4 Ou un E Wa Notebook PC E Manual 5 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands en 118 IR Power Safety Requirement TV Notices BEACH op Macrovision SCENE Product N Notice Prevention of Hearing Loss Nordic Lithium Cautions for lithium ion batteries Optical Drive Safety Information CTR 21 Approval for Notebook PC with built in node Geen 24 ENERGY STAR complied product European Union Eco label Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS Recycling Takeback Services Regional notice for Singapore Notebook PC E Manual About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC organized through the following chapters Chapter 1 Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC Chapter 2 Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC Chapter 3 Working with Windows 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows 8 in your Notebook PC Chapter 4 ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with your Notebook PC s Windows 8 operating system Chapter 5 Power on Self test POST This chapter shows you how to use POST
22. book PC from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to Battery Saving mode To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Ea press zl 4 L Select from these power saving modes PowertGeo Hydd Use these options to customize Allows you to hide the desktop your power saving mode icons onscreen and turns the presentation mode on or off 74 Notebook PC E Manual Performance mode Use this mode when doing high performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC s battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only Notebook PC E Manual 75 Instant On Save battery power while your Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode Deep 3 using Instant On NOTE Deep S3 is a technology that lets you save more battery power while your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode IMPORTANT The standby time varies according to your Notebook PC s remaining battery capacity computer model configuration and operating conditions Performance mode This mode is default enabled in your Notebook PC It allows the system to return to its last working state in two seconds even after your Notebook PC has entered into deep sleep mode Battery saving mode This mode enables longer standby times allowing the battery to last for up to thirty 30 days or more When enabled the
23. ces if you do not want to enable the sharing function Notebook PC E Manual Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth enabled devices IMPORTANT The Airplane mode disables this feature Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your Notebook PC Pairing with other Bluetooth enabled devices You need to pair your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth enabled devices to enable data transfers To do this use your touchpad as follows d Launch the Charms bar 2 Tap D then tap Change PC Settings 3 Under PC Settings select Devices then tap Add a Device to search for Bluetooth enabled devices Notebook PC E Manual 63 64 Select a device from the list Compare the passcode on your Notebook PC with the passcode sent to your chosen device If they are the same tap Yes to successfully pair your Notebook PC with the device NOTE For some bluetooth enabled devices you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your Notebook PC Compare the passcode 359731 Notebook PC E Manual Airplane mode The Airplane mode disables wireless communication allowing you to use your Notebook PC safely while in flight Turning Airplane mode on B 1 Launch the Charms bar 2 Top D tap EI 3 Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode on PS 0e Turning Airplane mode off al 1 Launch the Charms bar 2 top D
24. cessfully signing in to your user account It helps organize all the applications you need in just one place Zoom in out button Windows Apps e These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled format for easy access NOTE Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched Notebook PC E Manual 47 Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad Hotspots on a running app 48 Notebook PC E Manual Hotspot Action upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper left corner then tap on the recent app s thumbnail to revert back to that running app If you launched more than one app slide down to show all running apps lower left corner From a running app screen Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap on the Start screen s thumbnail to go back to the Start screen NOTE You can also press the Windows key on your keyboard to go back to the Start screen From the Start screen Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap on the running app s thumbnail to go back to that app Notebook PC E Manual 49 Hotspot Action top side Hover your mouse pointer on the top side until it changes to a hand icon Drag then drop the app to a new location NOTE This hotspot function only w
25. ction Bluetooth or Wi Fi is enabled Number lock indicator on selected models This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated This allows you to use some of the keys on your keyboard for numeric input Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters such as A B C using your Notebook PC s keyboard Notebook PC E Manual Bottom NOTE The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model WARNING The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack When working on your Notebook PC do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents IMPORTANT Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC The battery pack cannot be disassembled III III HUH DUDU HHH Notebook PC E Manual 19 20 Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook PC is connected to a power source When charged the battery pack supplies power to your Notebook PC Spring battery lock on selected models The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in place once it is inserted into the battery slot IMPORTANT This lock should be held in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack Manual battery lock on selected models The manual bat
26. d mutual recognition of conformity Notebook PC E Manual 115 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance Operation is subject to the following two conditions H This device may not cause interference and H This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device To prevent radio interference to the licensed service i e co channel Mobile Satellite systems this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s 116 Notebook PC E Manual D claration d Industrie Canada relative I exposition aux ondes radio Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d exposition aux radiations d Industrie Canada d finies pour un environnement non contr l Pour maintenir la conformit avec les exigences d exposition RF d IC veuillez viter tout contact direct avec l antenne pendant l mission Les utilisateurs finaux doivent suivre les instructions d
27. del but the HDD installation remains the same Notebook PC E Manual 97 A Loosen the screw of the Notebook PC s compartment cover B Pull out the compartment cover and remove it completely from your Notebook PC 98 Notebook PC E Manual C Remove the screws securing the HDD bay to the compartment D Disconnect the HDD bay from the HDD port then remove the HDD bay from the compartment Notebook PC E Manual 99 E Turn the HDD bay upside down then remove the screws E Remove the old HDD from the HDD bay HDD G Place the new HDD with its PCB printed circuit board facing the HDD bay Ensure that the port connectors of your HDD are not obstructed by any part of the HDD bay H Reattach and secure the HDD with the screws you removed earlier 100 Notebook PC E Manual l Replace the HDD bay back in the compartment with the HDD connector aligned with the Notebook PC s HDD port Push the HDD bay until it connects with the Notebook PC J Secure the HDD bay with the screws you removed earlier Notebook PC E Manual 101 K Align then push down the compartment cover back into place Le Reattach and tighten the screw that you removed earlier 102 Notebook PC E Manual Installing a new battery pack on selected models WARNING Turn off your Notebook PC and disconnect all connected peripherals any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector before removing the battery pack
28. dopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication Although the design rules imposed on CSS licensors are many one rule that is most relevant is playback restrictions on regionalized content In order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in Region Definitions below Copyright laws require that all DVD movies be limited to a particular region usually coded to the region at which it is sold While DVD movie content may be released for multiple regions CSS design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must only be capable of playing one region IMPORTANT The region setting may be changed up to five times using the viewer software then it can only play DVD movies for the last region setting Changing the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty If resetting is desired shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user 108 Notebook PC E Manual Region Definitions Region 1 Canada US US Territories Region 2 Czech Egypt Finland France Germany Gulf States Hungary Iceland Iran Iraq Ireland Italy Japan Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Saudi Arabia Scotland South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Syria Turkey UK Greece Former Yugoslav Republics Slovakia Region 3 Burma Indo
29. e fonctionnement sp cifiques pour satisfaire la conformit aux expositions RF Son utilisation est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes H Cet appareil ne peut pas causer d interf rence et H Cet appareil doit accepter toute interf rence y compris les interf rences qui pourraient causer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil Pour viter les interf rences radio avec le service sous licence c est dire le partage de canal avec les syst mes de t l phonie satellite cet appareil est destin tre utilis en int rieur et loin des fen tres pour fournir un blindage maximal Tout appareil ou son antenne d mission qui est install en ext rieur est sujet cette licence Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence Notebook PC E Manual 117 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N America 2 412 2 462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2 412 2 484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2 412 2 472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are 10mW for the entire 2 4 GHz band 2400 MHz 2483 5 MHz H 100mW for frequencies between 2446 5 MHz and 2483 5 MHz NOTE Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446 6 MHz to 2483 5 MHz There are few possibilities for outdoor use on private propert
30. ear where network compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings It will also advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use the equipment on another network Up to now the Notified Body of CETECOM issued several pan European approvals using CTR 21 The results are Europe s first modems which do not require regulatory approvals in each individual European country Non Voice Equipment Answering machines and loud speaking telephones can be eligible as well as modems fax machines auto dialers and alarm systems Equipment in which the end to end quality of speech is controlled by regulations e g handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones is excluded Notebook PC E Manual 111 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard Country Austria Belgium Czech Republic Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom 112 Applied Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Still Pending No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes Yes More Testing No No Not Applicable Yes No No No No Not Applicable No No Still Pending No No No Yes No Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No No No Notebook PC E Manual This information was copied from CETECOM
31. ect button does not work 44 Notebook PC E Manual Chapter 3 Working with Windows 8 Notebook PC E Manual Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows 8 operating system To start your Notebook PC for the first time 1 Press the power button on your Notebook PC Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears 2 From the setup screen pick a language to use on your Notebook PC 3 Carefully read the License Terms Tick accept the terms for using Windows then click Accept 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items Keep your PC secure Personalize Wireless Settings Sign in to your PC 5 After configuring the basic items the Windows 8 tutorial appears Watch this to learn more about Windows 8 functionalities Windows 8 lock screen The Windows 8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC enters the Windows 8 operating system To proceed tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Notebook PC s keyboard 46 Notebook PC E Manual Windows UI Windows 8 comes with a tile based user interface UI which allows you to organize and easily access Windows apps from the Start screen It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your Notebook PC Start screen The Start screen appears after suc
32. ed in the USA This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance 114 Notebook PC E Manual Declaration of Conformity R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient H Essential requirements as in Article 3 H Protection requirements for health and safety as in Article 3 1a H Testing for electric safety according to EN 60950 H Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in Article 3 1b H Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in EN 301 489 1 amp EN 301 489 17 H Effective use of the radio spectrum as in Article 3 2 H Radio test suites according to EN 300 328 2 CE Marking CE CE marking for devices without wireless LAN Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic compatibility and 2006 95 EC Low voltage directive CEO CE marking for devices with wireless LAN Bluetooth This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999 5 EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment an
33. ephone equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak 300V peak to peak and 105V rms and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 When using the Notebook PC modem basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following DO NOT use the Notebook PC near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool H DO NOT use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning H DO NOT use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak Required for UL 1642 covering primary nonrechargeable and secondary rechargeable lithium batteries for use as power sources in products These batteries contain metallic lithium or a lithium alloy or a lithium ion and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series parallel or both that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction H Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire as they may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion H Do not use power adapters or batte
34. ices D This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer Settings This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC 56 Notebook PC E Manual Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side by side allowing you to work or switch between apps IMPORTANT Ensure that your Notebook PC s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature Snap bar Notebook PC E Manual 57 Using Snap Use your Notebook PC s touchpad or keyboard to activate and use Snap 1 Launch the app you wish to snap 2 Hover the mouse point on the top side of your screen 3 Once the pointer changes to a hand icon drag then drop the app to the left or right side of the display panel 4 Launch another app ES 1 Launch the app you wish to snap 2 Press g 3 Launch another app 4 To switch between apps press j ES 58 Notebook PC E Manual Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows 8 Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File charm Opens the Share charm Opens the Settings charm Opens the Devices charm Activates the Lock screen
35. in coeja joten hyvikeyynth ci touminta kaikkien yleaten kytkentiisten pebchinverkhojen Ongelmien Zeretesnh cttakss viipym tt rem hittoa toimittajaan French bech a parecer Fahan pr ni roma i er chr pm conmesion pancurogdenne de terminal unique aux r seaux t l phoniques publics commun s RTE Toutefois comme d axate des diff rences d un pays l autre entre les KTPC l agr ment en soi ne comtitec pas une garantie absolue de fonctionnement optimal chaque point de terminaison do s sesu RTPC En cas de poobliess vous devez contacter en premier be votre fournimeur gt 124 Notebook PC E Manual German Falls beim Betrich Probleme auftreten sollten Se sich zundchet an ihren Fachhindler wenden Greek sO hopi tra cri pa 2mmpesdict ztvdeng pmowslon pn pe to yono aingu Arena Eup ndion carbon Er union Suepopes FCI tee cnplpos PSTN tow mpiyovmi ar ieo paves iyan Sev SE oF cae Sagan degen ee nee oe es ee Ge oe Biv avnwiyouy tpo8Qpen So mp cut apps ve een Oietote gt popar wo corset on Italian La presente apparcochiaturs terminale stata appeovata im conformit della decisione 98 481 CE del per la connessione pancuropes come terminale singolo ad una rete analogica PSTN A causa due Abens ere le en dei zeng pg Fapprovesione ef perd di per sf funrionsmento comptio in tutti i punti di terminazione di rete In case di problemi conmetare in primo logo d fomitore dei prodomo Portuguese Este equipa
36. l Serial Bus 3 0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit s and are backward compatible to USB 2 0 USB 2 0 port This USB Universal Serial Bus port is compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such as keyboards pointing devices flash disk drives external HDDs speakers cameras and printers Headphone output microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone Notebook PC E Manual Front Side NOTE The front side may vary in appearance depending on model Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC 2 Memory card reader This built in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats Notebook PC E Manual 25 26 Notebook PC E Manual Chapter 2 Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E Manual Getting started NOTE If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed use the following procedures for installation Install the battery pack on selected models A Move the manual battery lock to the unlocked position B Align and insert the battery pack into the Notebook PC s battery slot C Move the manual battery lock back to the locked position after inserting the battery
37. l does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance 110 Notebook PC E Manual Overview On 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the CTR 21 has been published in the Official Journal of the EC The CTR 21 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMF dialling which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network CTR 21 Common Technical Regulation for the attachment requirements for connection to the analogue public switched telephone networks of terminal equipment excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service in which network addressing if provided is by means of dual tone multifrequency signalling Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter working difficulties Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter working difficulties The manufacturer shall also associate a statement to make it cl
38. le only when the electronic eject button does not work NOTE For more details refer to the Using the optical drive section in this manual O Kensington security slot The Kensington security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington compatible Notebook PC security products 22 Notebook PC E Manual Left Side 15 and 14 model Power DC input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC WARNING The adapter may become warm to hot while in use Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is connected to a power source IMPORTANT Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC WARNING Ensure that paper books clothing cables or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external display Notebook PC E Manual 23 24 HDMI port This port is for the HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content playback LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area network USB 3 0 port The USB Universa
39. mento foi aprovade pars liga o pan curopeia de um Gnico terminal rede telef nica p blics cometeds RTPC ses termes d Deco 98 482 CE No estanto devido is diferencas existentes entre as KTPC dos diversos paises a aprova o ee garanic incondicionalmente por si sb um funcionamento co feeto em todos os pomos tereninats da eede d HIE Em cao de problemas deve emerrse om contacto em primeioo lugar com fomecedor do equipamento Spanish vue equipo be sido homologado de conformided com ls Decisi m 98 4K2 CE del Consejo pars b conexi n pancuropes de un terminal simple la red telef nica p blics conmutada RTPC No obstante la vista de bes diferencias que existen entre lis RTPC que se ofrecen en diferentes paises ka homologaci n no conmiewye por si sola una garantis incondicional de fusciomameiento satisdectotio ez todos los puntos de rermenacite de la sed de um RTPC En caso de surgir d nn problicena procede pomerie en contacto en primer lugar com el proveedor dei equipo Swedish Utretningen ber ts enlighet mod rdicts besiet 98 452 EG f r allcuropesk ansbutning som enskih erem tili det alleniint gangs kopplade selenbret PSTN P3 grund av de skillnader som Snee emery ET pr podhlanandes cmetlerid ine sig sj ht en absolut garanti for att wiruseningen kommer ei kagon Deiere 4 eh ve ter dei Om peeblem upgetic b e ai i fete hand kontakts leverseoieen av utrustningen Notebook PC E Manual 125 EN
40. mined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures H Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna H Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Notebook PC E Manual 113 H Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING The use of a shielded type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used Use only shielded cables to connect I O devices to this equipment You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations 47 part 15 193 1993 Washington DC Office of the Federal Register National Archives and Records Administration U S Government Printing Office FCC Radio Frequency RF Exposure Caution Statement WARNING Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment The manufacture declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2 4GHz frequency by specified firmware controll
41. n p USB Configuration D Network Stack Select Screen Select Item Select Change Opt General Help Optimized Defaults Save amp Exit Exit Version 2 15 1226 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Notebook PC E Manual 87 6 Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then press ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE MXIC 25L Series Current BIOS New BIOS Platform X450 X550 Platform Unknown Version 101 Version Unknown Build Date Oct 26 2012 Build Date Unknown Build Time 11 51 05 Build Time Unknown Choose q Ex Enter Enter Execute After the BIOS update process select Exit gt Restore Defaults to restore the system to its default settings 88 Notebook PC E Manual Troubleshoot By pressing during POST you can access Windows 8 troubleshoot options which includes the following Refresh your PC Reset your PC Advanced options Refresh your PC Use Refresh your PC if you want to refresh your system without losing your current files and applications To access this during POST Ea 1 Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST D 2 Wait for Windows to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot 3 Tap Refresh your PC 4 In the Refresh your PC screen read the bullet points to learn more about using this option then tap Next 5 Tap the account you would like to refresh 6 Type your account password then tap
42. nesia South Korea Malaysia Philippines Singapore Taiwan Thailand Vietnam Region 4 Australia Caribbean Except US Territories Central America New Zealand Pacific Islands South America Region 5 CIS India Pakistan Rest of Africa Russia North Korea Region 6 China Notebook PC E Manual 109 Blu ray ROM Drive Information on selected models The Blu ray ROM Drive allows you to view high definition HD videos and other disc file formats such as DVDs and CDs Region Definitions Region A North Central and South American countries and their territories Taiwan Hong Kong Macao Japan Korea South and North South East Asian countries and their territories Region B European African and South West Asian countries and their territories Australia and New Zealand Region C Central South Asian Eastern European countries and their territories China and Mongolia NOTE Refer to Blu ray Disc website at www blu raydisc com en Technical FAQs Blu rayDiscforVideo aspx for more details Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE Japan FCC US Canada Korea Taiwan and CTR21 The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98 482 EC for pan European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approva
43. nnel Accessing BIOS EH Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST 78 Notebook PC E Manual BIOS Settings NOTE The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only The actual screens may differ by model and territory Boot This menu allows you to set your boot option priorities You may refer to the following procedures when setting your boot priority T On the Boot screen select Boot Option 1 Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Main HEGER Boot Securit Save amp Exit Sets the system Boot Configuration S boot order Fast Boot Enabled Launch CSM Disabled Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Select Screen Select Item Select Change Opt General Help p gt Add New Boot Option Optimized Defaults D Delete Boot Option Save amp Exit Exit Version 2 15 1226 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends inc Notebook PC E Manual 79 2 Press and select a device as the Boot Option 1 Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Main Advanced Security Save Exit Boot Option 1 Boot Option 1 Windows Boot Manager Disabled Version 2 15 1226 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc 80 Notebook PC E Manual Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC s hard disk drive input output I O
44. odules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability NOTE The appearance of your Notebook PC s bottom side and RAM module may vary per model but the RAM module installation remains the same 94 Notebook PC E Manual A Loosen the screw of the Notebook PC s compartment cover B Pull out the compartment cover and remove it completely from your Notebook PC Notebook PC E Manual 95 C Align and insert the RAM module into the RAM module slot D Push down the RAM module until it clicks in place notches E Align then push down the compartment cover back into place F Reattach and tighten the screw that you removed earlier 96 Notebook PC E Manual Replacing the Hard Disk Drive on selected models Refer to the following steps if you need to replace the HDD hard disk drive of your Notebook PC IMPORTANT Purchase an HDD from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability It is recommended that you replace the HDD under professional supervision You may also visit an authorized service center for further assistance WARNING Disconnect all the connected peripherals any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector such as external power supply battery pack etc before removing the compartment cover NOTE The appearance of your Notebook PC s bottom side and HDD may vary per mo
45. onments Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks Notebook PC E Manual Proper disposal pd Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical electronic equipment and mercury containing button cell battery should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products Do not throw the battery in municipal waste The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste Notebook PC E Manual 11 Notebook PC E Manual Chapter 1 Hardware Setup Notebook PC E Manual Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE The keyboard s layout may vary per region or country The top view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model 15 model e oS o ASUS mr Of ee yor E DIEU Tiye olf ES a BaL WI we x Ihe Lv fe n JL gt CAL LJe 14 Notebook PC E Manu
46. oo Other keyboard shortcuts Connecting to wireless networks id Bluetooth Airplane mode Connecting to Wired networks EE Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection Configuring a static IP network connection s s s Turning your Notebook PG Off ss isissssosssssssassccssssnsssastssssessteseavststesesesesnesbejend Putting your Notebook PC to sleep EE Chapter 4 ASUS apps Featured ASUS Appsssissssuscssssscasassnascsasbecsisisisbuvaisssbebsjetsosnneditesuasiasstsvvnecadsotintere 72 Ee Power4Gear Hybrid Instant On Notebook PC E Manual Chapter 5 Power on Self Test POST The Power on Self Test POST Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot Accessing BIOS BIOS Setting THOU LESH OO innsinn Refresh your PC Reset your PC TT CM Chapter 6 Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random access Memory module on selected models Replacing the Hard Disk Drive on selected models Installing a new battery pack on selected models en Appendices DVD ROM Drive Information on selected models Blu ray ROM Drive Information on selected models Internal Modem Compliancy Overview Network Compatibility Declaration Non Voice Equipment is Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement FCC Radio Frequency RF Exposure Caution Statement Declaration of Conformity R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC CE Marking ge IC Radi
47. orks on a running app or when you want to use the Snap feature For more details refer to the Snap feature under Working with Windows apps upper or lower right Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or corner lower right corner to launch the Charms bar 50 Notebook PC E Manual Working with Windows apps Use your Notebook PC s touchpad or keyboard to launch customize and close apps Launching apps amp Position your mouse pointer over the app then left click or tap once to launch it sen Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps Press to launch an app Customizing apps You can move resize unpin or close apps from the Start screen using the following steps Moving apps A Double tap on the app then drag and drop the app to a new location Resizing apps Right click on the app to activate its settings bar then tap or Notebook PC E Manual 51 Unpinning apps D Right click on the app to activate the settings bar then gi EI Closing apps al 1 Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon 2 Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it H ca From the running app s screen press ee 52 Notebook PC E Manual Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen you can also open other applications through the Apps screen Horizontal scroll bar Launch the Apps screen using your
48. pack 28 Notebook PC E Manual Charge your Notebook PC A Connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter B Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V 240V power source C Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC s power DC input Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time NOTE The power adapter may vary in appearance depending on models and your region Notebook PC E Manual 29 30 IMPORTANT Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to a grounded power adapter before turning it on for the first time When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode the socket outlet must be near to the unit and easily accessible Locate the input output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that it matches the input output rating information on your power adapter Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU Power adapter information Input voltage 100 240Vac Input frequency 50 60Hz Rating output current 3 42A 65W 4 74A 90W Rating output voltage 19V Notebook PC E Manual Lift to open the display panel t Press the power button Notebook PC E Manual 31 Gestures for the touchpad Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touchpad Moving the pointe
49. r You can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally 32 Notebook PC E Manual One finger gestures Tap Double tap Co In the Start screen tap an app to launch it H In Desktop mode double Gap an application to launch it Drag and drop L fi Double Gap an item then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad To drop the item to its new location lift your finger from the touchpad Notebook PC E Manual 33 Left click Right click L wl y D In the Start screen clickan In the Start screen click an app to launch it app to select it and launch the settings bar You can also i GE de double press this button to launch click an app ication to the All Apps bar launch it In Desktop mode use this button to open the right click menu NOTE The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the left mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad 34 Notebook PC E Manual Top edge swipe L e In the Start screen swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar In arunning app swipe from the top edge to view its menu Left edge swipe Right edge swipe LP AP Swipe from the left edge to shuffle Swipe the right edge to launch your running apps the Charms bar Notebook PC E Manual 35 Two finger gestures Tap Rotate
50. ration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2 1976 These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1 1976 Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States WARNING Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure Coating Notice IMPORTANT To provide electrical insulation and maintain electrical safety a coating is applied to insulate the device except on the areas where the I O ports are located Notebook PC E Manual 123 CTR 21 Approval for Notebook PC with built in Modem Danish Dutch eee bn zeegt ere tel nt 3 comdapparces op het openbare geschakelde telefoonnerwork Gesien de venchillen tiisa de inniducle PSTN s fo de weechillende lander biedt dese geet E ANS See ERS IRON OE WEE HE IF e PSTN netwerkasnshaitpant Neem bij problemen in cente imtantie contact op met de leverancier van het apperaat English PSTNs ch gre an enconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should comact your equipment swpplier in the fint imnnce Finnish Tami bane on Dywikeytry neuvosnon paindksen YE 452 EY mukasesti links yksatdisens laitteena yleiscen kytkent iseen pubelinverkkooe PSTN EU n pscevaltionsa Eri maiden aiai Reese pohckiaverkkojen vililld on kuitenk
51. ries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers 120 Notebook PC E Manual Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to HOSVV F 3G 0 75mm or HOSWV F 2G 0 75mm TV Notices Note to CATV System Installer Cable distribution system should be grounded earthed in accordance with ANSI NFPA 70 the National Electrical Code NEC in particular Section 820 93 Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable installation should include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the earth at the building entrance REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S A patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise au
52. rive 6 Reduced solid waste through takeback policy For more information on the EU Flower label please visit the European Union Eco label website at http www ecolabel eu 126 Notebook PC E Manual Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations In addition ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements Please refer to http csr asus com english Compliance htm for information disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declarations EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS Swiss Energy Laws ASUS Recycling Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products batteries other components as well as the packaging materials Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for detailed recycling information in different regions Regional notice for Singapore Complies with This ASUS product complies with IDA Standards IDA Standards DB103778 Notebook PC E Manual 127 128 Notebook PC E Manual
53. s A numeric keypad is available on selected Notebook PC models You can use this keypad for numeric input or as pointer direction keys EE toggle between using the keypad as number keys or as pointer direction keys 42 Notebook PC E Manual Using the optical drive NOTE The actual location of the electronic eject button may vary depending on your Notebook PC model Inserting an optical disc ds While the Notebook PC is on press the electronic eject button to partially eject the optical drive tray 2 Gently pull out the drive tray IMPORTANT Be careful not to touch the optical drive lens Ensure that there are no objects that may get jammed under the drive tray 3 Hold the disc by the edge with its printed side up then gently place it inside the hub Notebook PC E Manual 43 4 Push down the disc s plastic hub until it snaps onto the optical drive hub S Push the drive tray gently to close the optical drive NOTE While data is being read it is normal to hear some spinning and vibrating in the optical drive Manual eject hole The manual eject hole is located on the optical drive door and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not work To manually eject the optical drive tray insert a straightened paper clip into the manual eject hole until the drive tray opens WARNING Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic ej
54. start your Notebook PC then press during POST Wait for Windows to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot Tap Advanced options Notebook PC E Manual 91 ER In the Advanced options screen select System Image Recovery Choose an account you would like to recover using a system image file Type your account password then tap Continue Select Use the latest available system image recommended then tap Next You can also choose Select a system image if your system image is in an external device or DVD Follow the succeeding steps to complete the system image recovery procedure NOTE We strongly recommend that you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in case your Notebook PC stops working Notebook PC E Manual Chapter 6 Upgrading your Notebook PC Notebook PC E Manual Installing a Random access Memory module on selected models Upgrade the memory capacity of your Notebook PC by installing a RAM random access memory module in the memory module compartment The following steps show you how to install a RAM module into your Notebook PC WARNING Disconnect all the connected peripherals any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector such as external power supply battery pack etc before removing the compartment cover IMPORTANT Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on RAM module upgrades for your Notebook PC Purchase RAM m
55. sword 1 On the Security screen select Set Master Password 2 Type in a password then press 3 Re type to confirm the password then press 4 Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set up the user password Notebook PC E Manual 85 Save amp Exit To keep your configuration settings select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS Exit system setup after saving the Discard Changes and Exit changes Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults Boot Override Windows Boot Manager tegt Screen Select Item Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Select Change Opt General Help Optimized Defaults Save amp Exit Exit Version 2 15 1226 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc 86 Notebook PC E Manual To update the BIOS 1 Verify the Notebook PC s exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website 2 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive 3 Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC 4 Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST 5 From the BIOS menu Select Advanced gt Start Easy Flash then press Press Enter to run the utility to select and update Wake on Lid Open Enabled BIOS Internal Pointing Device Enabled Power Off Energy Saving Enabled p gt SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration p Intel R Anti Theft Technology Corporatio
56. tap EA 3 Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode off NOTE Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using your Notebook PC in flight Notebook PC E Manual 65 Connecting to wired networks You can also connect to wired networks such as local area networks and broadband Internet connection using your Notebook PC s LAN port NOTE Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP for details or your network administrator for assistance in setting up your Internet connection To configure your settings refer to the following procedures IMPORTANT Ensure that a network cable is connected between your Notebook PC s LAN port and a local area network before performing the following actions Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection ES 1 Launch Desktop 2 From the Windows taskbar right click the network icon EI then tap Open Network and Sharing Center 3 In the Network and Sharing Center window tap Change adapter settings 4 Right click on your LAN then select Properties 66 Notebook PC E Manual ES 5 Tap Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 then tap Properties 6 Tap Obtain an IP address automatically then tap OK NOTE Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection 7 Return to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap Set up a new connection or network
57. tery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC WARNING Ensure that paper books clothing cables or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur Hard disk drive compartment on selected models This compartment is a reserved space for the HDD hard disk drive of your Notebook PC Random access memory module compartment on selected models This compartment allows you to add RAM random access memory modules to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC Notebook PC E Manual Right Side 15 and 14 model ER 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 keyboards pointing devices flash disk drives external HDDs speakers cameras and printers Optical drive Your Notebook PC s optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs DVDs recordable discs or rewritable discs Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical drive tray Notebook PC E Manual 21 Manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not work WARNING Use the manual eject ho
58. thorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Prevention of Hearing Loss To prevent possible hearing damage do not listen at high volume levels for long periods Notebook PC E Manual 121 Nordic Lithium Cautions for lithium ion batteries CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions English ATTENZIONE Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica Non disperdere le batterie nell ambiente Italian VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemaRen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers German ADVARSELI Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig handtering Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type Lev r det brugte batteri tilbage til leverand ren Danish VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anv nd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anvant batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion Swedish VAROITUS Paristo voi r j ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laite
59. valmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti Finnish ATTENTION Il y a danger d explosion s il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du m re type ou d un type quivalent recommand par le constructeur Mettre au rebut les batteries usag es conform ment aux instructions du fabricant French ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner Norwegian POM OAOR HL MRO TICE ZAMET Base KE SNS LOST KAY M TMAL TFS Japanese BHUMAHYUE Mpu 3ameHe akkymynaTopa Ha akKyMYNATOP HHOTO TAN BO3MO KHO ero BO3ropaHue TUNU3UPy TE aKKyMYNATOP B COOTBETCTBUU C WHCTPYKLUAMU npou3BoguTens Russian 122 Notebook PC E Manual Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information CD ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT WARNING To prevent exposure to the optical drive s laser do not attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself For your safety contact a professional technician for assistance Service warning label WARNING INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS CDRH Regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health CDRH of the U S Food and Drug Administ
60. y or on the private property of public persons use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446 5 2483 5 MHz band Use outdoors on public property is not permitted In the departments listed below for the entire 2 4 GHz band Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW H Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW 118 Notebook PC E Manual Departments in which the use of the 2400 2483 5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors 01 Ain 05 Hautes Alpes 11 Aude 24 Dordogne 32 Gers 41 Loir et Cher 55 Meuse 60 Oise 64 Pyr n es Atlantique 68 Haut Rhin 75 Paris 88 Vosges 94 Val de Marne 02 Aisne 08 Ardennes 12 Aveyron 25 Doubs 36 Indre 45 Loiret 58 Ni vre 61 Orne 66 Pyr n es Orientales 70 Haute Sa ne 82 Tarn et Garonne 89 Yonne 03 Allier 09 Ari ge 16 Charente 26 Dr me 37 Indre et Loire 50 Manche 59 Nord 63 Puy du D me 67 Bas Rhin 71 Sa ne et Loire 84 Vaucluse 90 Territoire de Belfort This requirement is likely to change over time allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France Please check with ART for the latest information www arcep fr NOTE Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW but more than 10mW Notebook PC E Manual 119 UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications tel
61. ype to confirm the password then press To clear the password 1 On the Security screen select Administrator Password or User Password 2 Type in the current password then press 3 Leave the Create New Password field blank then press 4 Select Yes in the confirmation box then press E 82 Notebook PC E Manual 1 0 Interface Security In the Security menu you can access I O Interface Security to lock or unlock some interface functions of your Notebook PC Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc LAN Network Interface UnLock LAN Network Interface Lock UnLock Version 2 15 1226 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc To lock an interface 1 On the Security screen select UO Interface Security 2 Select an interface you would like to lock then press 3 Select Lock Notebook PC E Manual 83 USB Interface Security Through the 1 0 Interface Security menu you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices Aptio Setup Utility Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Security If Locked all USB device will be disabled USB Interface Security External Ports UnLock CMOS Camera UnLock Card Reader UnLock USB Interfac Lock mea Select Screen Select Item GRO Select Change Opt General Help Optimized Save amp Exit Exit Version 2 15 1226 Copyright C 2012 American Megatrends Inc

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