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1. E7495 Faus Notebook PC User Guide for Windows 8 Ww BE TT 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 ANY2. E 1 Click on an app to launch it 2 Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your screen 3 Once the pointer changes to a hand icon drag then drop the app to the right or left side of the display panel Ea Launch an app then press the Windows key to activate the Snap bar The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area IZ e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 17 8 13 12 2 48 03 PM BEN TIT BI Wi Fi connection Access emails surf the Internet and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC s Wi Fi connection IMPORTANT The Airplane mode should be turned off to enable this function Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC s touchpad or keyboard to disable this mode 1 Launch the Charm bar 2 Click Settings then click on the a icon Airplane mode 3 Slide the settings bar to the left to turn this mode off EA Press fn f2 Enabling Wi Fi Activate Wi Fi in your Notebook PC using the following steps 8 1 Activate the Charm bar il 2 Click Settings then click on the icon Available Settings NOTE If Airplane mode is enabled the of the Available icon appears instead Airplane mode e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 18 8 13 12 2 48 04 PM 3 Select an access point from the list of available Wi Fi connections Networks Airplane mode eurospot idle2007 knight_2G 4 The access poin
3. En To move an app double tap on the app then drag to a new location Wa To resize an app right click on the app to activate its settings then click on the icon m To unpin an app from the Start screen right click on the app to activate its settings then click on the icon Unpin from Start e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 12 8 13 12 2 47 58 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen Apps Va Adobe Reader X SkyDrive re FaceLogon Console B Support Ci ISO Viewer gs Paint On Screen Ea Keyboard Bq Calendar Sports sa Al Recovery re FaceLogon uninstall ASUS Power2Go gy Remote Desktop Windows Speech i oo laks Manager Music Maker Connection Recognition Store General disclaimer SUS 4 Snipping Tool al T T Travel ASUS Instant Key B license conditions unc Uninstall ASUS Intel R ME FW N Sound Recorder Windows Live Menu Ai Photo Manager Recovery Agent l Mesh ic Video ASUS Live Update 39 Weather ASUS Music Maker License Conditions WinFlash Microsoft Sticky Notes 5 Silverlight hr License Conditions USB Charger Plus Steps Recorder j Windows Live w Writer Windows Live Mail ASUS Music Maker Ch LifeFrame a Wireless Console 3 g Windows Fax and S Command Prompt ea SC e help an e Windows Live ASUS Photo o MAGIX
4. Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear NOTE Unplugging the Notebook PC from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to Battery Saving mode To launch Power4Gear Hybrid EEN Press fn spacebar Select from these power plan modes Power4Gear Hybrid Enable Disable Settings Allows you to enable disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode 24 e7495 Win8 User_Guide indd 24 8 13 12 2 48 11 PM xaz Performance mode Use this mode when doing high performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC To customize click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings 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 To customize click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings 25 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 25 8 13 12 2 48 11 PM xaz USB Charger USB Charger allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC s USB charge port This feature can also be used even while your Notebook PC is on sleep hibernate or shutdown mode on selected models NOTE USB Charger is available in your USB 3 0 charge port with the ic
5. 27 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 27 8 13 12 2 48 12 PM Instant On Save battery power while your Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode Deep S3 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 fly Instant On 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 Notebook PC returns to its last working state in as fast as seven seconds four hours after entering into deep sleep mode 1 Instant n Ke E Standby Click this to activate the battery saving mode 28 e7495_Win8 User Guide indd 28 8 13 12 2 48 13 PM xaz Remove everything and reinstall Windows Restoring your Notebook PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option in PC Settings Refer to the steps below to enable this option IMPORTANT Back up all your data before enabling this option NOTE This process may take a while to complete 8
6. Online Disable 3D Vision BR Windows Journal Computer B Messenger Designer Services a ye Windows Live ASUS Photo a MAGIX Online lt p ASUS Video Magic Enable 3D Vision 5 Windows Media Control Panel y Movie Maker Designer Help Services Player ae Windows Live to MAGIX Online 4333 ASUSDVD E WordPad Default Programs Photo Gallery Designer Manual Services ad Windows Reader gt ASUS Photo Splendid Cyberlink a Calculator a XPS Viewer Help and Support 4 Manager Compatibility Tool PowerDirector 2 Xbox LIVE Games ASUS Photo a Splendid Utility yy MediaEspresso Character Map Run A D Manager Help ASUS Virtual Support Ei Math Input Panel Magnifier Task Manager 4 Camera eManual Support e Desktop Burning 4 Notepad Narrator Pa Windows Defender j Gadget LA kud Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right click on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon TEN From the Start screen press Windows key Z The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter ASUS PC amp Internet Explorer Store SI Xwira Be N kyDrive 13 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 13 8 13 12 2 47 59 PM Adding more apps on the Start screen Wa 1 Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to add on the Start screen Right click on the app to activate its settings Apps Adobe Reader X e FaceLogon C Support ISO Vi
7. TIME WITHOUT NOTICE AND SHOULD 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 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 2 8 13 12 2 47 52 PM xaz 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 DAMAG
8. 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 successfully signing in to your user account It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in just one place live tiles User account ASUS PC amp Zoom in out button for live tiles Windows apps This group of applications can be customized to provide a one stop hub for work and play on your Notebook PC Each of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections IMPORTANT A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to run Windows apps NOTE Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched e7495_Win8_ User Guide indd 9 8 13 12 2 47 55 PM 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 launched app upper left corner lower left corner 1 Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app s thumbnail to revert back to that app down to show all launched apps 2 If you launched more than one app slide Hover your mouse pointer then click on the Start screen s thumbnail to revert back to the top side Start screen Hover your
9. called out the Charm bar initially appears as a set of white icons The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated Use your Notebook PC s touchpad or keyboard to launch the Charm bar ki Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen TEN Press Windows key C 15 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 15 8 13 12 2 48 01 PM Inside the Charm bar aaa Search This tool allows you to look for files applications or programs in your Notebook PC T Share This tool allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email 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 Devices 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 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 16 8 13 12 2 48 02 PM Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your Notebook PC Once activated the Snap bar appears to divide your display into two IMPORTANT A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature TENE FLIGHT STATUS Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC s touchpad or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen
10. following Step 1 Pick the language Step 2 License Agreement Step 3 Personalize Step 4 Wireless NOTE This step allows you to connect to the internet during the setup process If you do so you can enable both of these sign in options for your Notebook PC Using your Microsoft account and Using a local account If you choose to Connect toa wireless network later you will only be prompted to create a local account during the setup process Step 5 Settings Step 6 Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE Windows 8 prompts you to sign in using your local account or Microsoft account depending on the settings you customized in Step 4 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 7 8 13 12 2 47 53 PM xaz Starting up Windows 8 To access Windows 8 from Shut Down Sleep or Hibernate mode refer to the following steps 1 Press the power button on your Notebook PC 2 The Windows 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Click on the touchpad or press any key on the keyboard to proceed 3 Sign in using your local account or Microsoft account 4 The Start screen appears next indicating that you have successfully signed in to Windows 8 NOTE Steps 2 4 are also applicable when restarting your Notebook PC e7495_Win8_User_Guide indd 8 8 13 12 2 47 54 PM xaz Windows UI Windows 8 comes with a tile based user interface UI which allows you to organize and easily access
11. 1 Launch the Charm bar 2 Click Settings gt Change PC Settings gt General 3 Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option Under this option click Get Started All hing between rece p PC setti n S 2 n g 5 Delete history Activate Windows Spelling Personalize Autocorrect misspelled words On ER Users Highlight misspelled words Notifications On Search Language Share Add or change input methods keyboard layouts and languages Language preferences General 3 Refresh your PC without affecting your files Privacy If your PC isn t running well you can refresh it without losing your photos music Devices videos and other personal files Get started Wireless Eae of Auces Remove everything a d reinstall Windows Sync your settings settings Get started HomeGroup Windows Update Advanced startup Start up from a device or disc such as a firmware settings change Windows startup s system image This will restart your PC Restart now Remove everything and reinstall Windows If you want to recycle your PC or start over completely you can reset it to its factory settings Get started 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process 29 e7495_Win8 User Guide indd 29 8 13 12 2 48 14 PM Shutting down your Notebook PC Shutting down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or from the desktop v 1 Launch the Ch
12. ES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS EVEN IF ASUS ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY Service and Support Visit our multi language web site at http support asus com e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 3 8 13 12 2 47 52 PM xaz Contents About TIS SEFC UNG snamete nandean 5 C N neee c peke nek E e yV bnd aki E 5 MD ELA j Li n elin lee Kid A Nha Na Ke M E N Reb E 5 DESI cl bal PY MANN a ND MD rr DD 5 Before Upgrading to Windows 8 viesssssssssssssssssssssssscessssssssssseessessssssssseee 6 Using Windows 8 for the first time csscsssssssssssssccsssssssessssssssessssssseesessees 7 Starting up Windows 8 veescssssssssssssssscssessssssccssssssssccessssssssesesessssssesssessssssen 8 Windows l i c ii uns nllnn esi niasn anesan ie naeiotne e 9 BN eS E E E a JE N E AEAT E AAE ea T 9 Windows QOS enoiada 9 OL DOL innin E EE E OEA 10 Working with Windows AD DS u ccssssssssssssssscssssssscsssssssseesssssssessessesseesesnee 12 Launching ADS oseane EN 12 dosna apos sorseetsaystientateaavaiuenuenmimeinamionnnnnatiecnientorun 12 CUSTOMIZING APPS on the Start Screen ou cescsssccssecsssecssecssecsseecseeessees 12 Accessing All Apps ivsvcssosussesssedsvnesscozessnovvososvivnsosivisvinsvstisenskcvsasnesssionensssnvivinns 13 TAR AN arer TANE E EAEN AOE 15 Inside the Charm bar sssssssssseseesssssssseeesessssssss
13. Mode Theater Mode Soft Mode My Profile and Normal launches the ASUS LifeFrame app see page 22 for more details WGT EGE launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app see page 24 for more details 21 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 21 8 13 12 2 48 09 PM 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 NOTE Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using LifeFrame To launch LifeFrame EEN Press fn V Archive toolbar ASUS UFEFFRmE LIFEFTAME EJ Ta na n N a Tees Ram mi KN SL Par i got RoRo Tan B Zi Action button Review bar Modes Face Tracker Capture Zoom in out Function settings 22 e7495_Win8 User Guide indd 22 8 13 12 2 48 09 PM xaz LifeFrame functions 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 23 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 23 8 13 12 2 48 10 PM
14. Uninstall Open new Run as Open file All apps window administrator location 3 Click onthe icon Pin to Start Pin to Start Pin to taskbar Uninstall Run as Open file administrator location 14 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 14 8 13 12 2 48 00 PM xaz Charm bar The Charm 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 Lumpia Shanghai Ingredients Directions 0 5 Ib Ground Lean pork In a bowl combine pork shri water chestnuts mushrooms Scalliq 0 25 Ib shrimp and carrots Season with salt pep 0 3 cup Waterchestnuts then mix in egg and soy sauce B mixture thoroughly 4 pieces dried mushrooms At SF one end of a lumpia wrap 0 5 cup carrots spoon about 2 tb of the pork mixt 0 5 cup Scallions and roll tightly Brush end of wrap with water to seal 1 tablespoon Pepper Heat the oil in a deep fryer or he skillet to 375 degrees F 190 degr 1 tablespoon soy sauce C Fry 3 or 4 lumpia at a time Fry 35 Lumpia about 3 or 4 minutes turning or Lumpia are cooked thre ough when t float and the wrapper is qgoldil brown Cut in half or serve as is v sweet and spicy dipping sauce 1 whole Egg 2 4 24 hne Charm Bar Launching the Charm bar NOTE When
15. arm bar 2 Click Settings gt Power gt Shutdown Settings Tiles Weather Brightness Calendar Change PC settings Sleep Shut down To shut down from the desktop press alt f4 to launch the Shut Down window En Select Shut Down from the drop down list then click OK SE Windows 8 What do you want the computer to do Closes all apps and turns off the PC T Cancel 30 e7495_Win8_User_Guide indd 30 8 13 12 2 48 17 PM
16. eeeessssnsesseeeessssnsrseoressesssssseees 16 SSE T N A OAOE 17 Wi Fi connection e esssssssssssssssssssssssceeeeeeeeeeeessssssssssssseeceeeeeeeersssssssssssssssseeeeeeees 18 Disabling Airplane MOde sssssssssesecsessssssssssossseoeooceessosessssnsonoseoroeceeesesessss 18 PVA INA MULE aenean R O 18 FONCION K Y en E E E E 20 Function keys for ASUS ADDS sssssssssssesssesssssssoeesssssoeessssseseeosssnoeessssnnoeesess 21 Featured ASUS App ssseseseeeeeceeceeeeeccececececeecceccceeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeereeeeeeeeeeerererrereee 22 boa A E E E EA E A A AA S 22 Power4Gear Hybrid ssssssssssseecesssssssseeosesssssssoeeoossssnnssseeoossssnssoreoosssssssreeees 24 buze wn DS dv 26 D 5 p l PN DD me ND Dr 28 Remove everything and reinstall Window 29 Shutting down your Notebook zz eeeeeeeeeeeeeekekeeek 30 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 4 8 13 12 2 47 52 PM xaz About this user guide This user guide provides an overview of using Windows 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC As you read along you will f nd certain icons messages and typography used as follows Icons The icons below indicate which device can be used for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC E Use the touchpad dewr Use the keyboard Messages To highlight key information in this user guide messages are presen
17. ewer On Screen Keyboard Calendar YE Al Recovery re FaceLogon uninstall AS Power2Go O p Windows Speech Manager Music Maker Connection N Recognition ASUS Vibe Fun General disclaimer y Uninstall ASUS Snipping Tool Center Photo Designer Desktop Travel nstant Key license conditions Uninstall Intel R ME FW Sound Recorder Windows Live Menu Photo Manager Recovery Agent Mesh Finance US Live Update nse Conditions USB Charger Plus v Steps Recorder Windows Live Writer Internet Explorer Weather S Music Maker License Conditions WinFlash Microsoft Sticky Notes Silverlight Windows Live Mail ASUS Music Maker LifeFrame Windows Fax and Command Prompt help Scan Maps r Windows Live ASUS Photo MAGIX Online JE Disable 3D Vision Windows Journal Computer Messenger igner Services Messaging Windows Live ASUS Photo MAGIX Online ASUS Video Magic Enable 3D Vision Windows Media Control Panel Movie Maker Designer Help Services n Player Microsoft Office Windows Live S Photo MAGIX Online WordPad Default Programs Photo Gallery Manual Services Music Windows Reader ASUS Photo Splendid CyberLink Calculator Help and Support BY Manager Compatibility Tool PowerDirector Xbox LIVE Games ASUS Photo Splendid Utility yy MediaEspresso Character Map Manager Help People ASUS Virtual Support Math Input Panel Magnifier Task Manager Camera eManual Support Desktop Burning Notepad Narrator g Windows Defender Gadget e Pin to Start Pin to taskbar
18. mouse pointer until it changes upper and lower right to a hand icon Drag then drop the app to a new location Hover your mouse pointer to launch the corner Charm bar e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 10 8 13 12 2 47 56 PM ASUS PC amp N Hotspot Action upper left corner 1 Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app s thumbnail to revert back to that app 2 If you launched more than one app slide down to show all launched apps lower left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app s thumbnail to revert back to that app upper and lower right Hover your mouse pointer to launch the corner Charm bar 11 e7495_Win8 User Guide indd 11 8 13 12 2 47 56 PM xaz Working with Windows apps Use your Notebook PC s touchpad or keyboard to launch and cuStomize your apps Launching apps n Position your mouse pointer over the app then left click or tap once to launch it Eza Press tab twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps Press enter to launch the app you chose Closing apps z 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 pay From the launched app s screen press alt f4 Customizing apps on the Start Screen Move resize or unpin apps from the Start screen using the following actions
19. on WARNING If your connected device overheats remove it immediately Using the USB Charger Settings The USB Charger Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is running on battery power This also allows you to charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep hibernate or shutdown mode la 1 Right click on the USB Charger icon g on the desktop tray then click Settings 2 Tick Enable USB Charger in battery mode USB Charger Enable USB Charger in battery mode 70 OK Cancel 26 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 26 8 13 12 2 48 12 PM xaz 3 Select one or both of these charging options Enable quick charge when the system is running or Enable quick charge when the system is in sleep hibernate shutdown mode 7 USB Charger Enable USB Charger in battery mode Enable quick charge when the system is running Enable quick charge when the system is in sleep hibernate shutdown mode 70 Stop quick charging when the battery is below the threshold limit OK Cancel NOTE On some models the USB Charger automatically selects both options You can deselect these two options if necessary 4 Move the percentage slider to the left or to the right to set the limit for charging devices 5 Click OK to save the settings made Otherwise click Cancel
20. t you chose gets activated as below Click Connect to start the network connection eurospot Connect automatically NOTE You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi Fi connection 19 e7495 Win8 User Guide indd 19 8 13 12 2 48 08 PM Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC s keyboard can trigger the following commands puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE When enabled the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity on selected models decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight on selected models increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight decreases display brightness increases display brightness ies turns the display panel off E7 activates the second screen NOTE Ensure that the second screen is connected to your Notebook PC ies launches the Touchpad app for you to enable or disable iver turns the speaker on or off es iu turns the speaker volume down ies v4 turns the speaker volume up 20 e7495_Win8 User Guide indd 20 8 13 12 2 48 08 PM 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 Bawe toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to switch between these display color enhancement modes Gamma Correction Vivid
21. ted 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 certain tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC s data and components Typography Bold This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected Italic This indicates the keys you should press on the keyboard e7495 Win8 User _Guide indd 5 8 13 12 2 47 53 PM Before upgrading to Windows 8 To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating system read the system requirements below before upgrading to Windows 8 Processor 1GHz or faster RAM 1GB 32 bit or 2 GB 64 bit Hard disk space 16 GB 32 bit or 20 GB 64 bit Graphics card Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver ALETTE 1024 x 768 for Windows apps 1366 x 768 for Snap feature NOTE For updates on these system requirements visit http www windows microsoft com en us windows 8 faq e7495_Win8_User_Guide indd 6 8 13 12 2 47 53 PM xaz Using Windows 8 for the first time After completing the installation process Windows 8 directs you to a series of steps where you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC The setup process consists of the
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