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E8271
First Edition
July 2013
Notebook PC
E-Manual
T300L Series
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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
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Table of Contents About this manual .....................................................................................................6 Conventions used in this manual ............................................................................. 7 Icons .................................................................................................................................... 7 Typography .................................................................................................
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time .........................................................................................48 ® Windows 8 lock screen ...........................................................................................48 ® Windows UI ................................................................................................................49 Start screen .....................................................................................
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC ........................................................................92 Hardware FAQs ...........................................................................................................93 Software FAQs .............................................................................................................96 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ........................................... 100 Blu-ray ROM Drive Info
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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: Power-on Self-test
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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 belo
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Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between °C (1°F) and 3°C (9°F). Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating. 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.
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Caring for your Notebook PC 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
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Proper disposal 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
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Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. e 1 2 3 - 0 1 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Touch screen panel Your Notebook PC comes with a detachable touch screen panel that works like a tablet PC to suit your mobile needs. The touch screen panel is also equipped with its own features for work and play which can be accessed using touch screen panel gestures. NOTE: For more details on using the touch screen panel, refer to the Touch screen panel features and Using touch screen panel gestures sections in this manual. PC dock Connecting the PC dock to your touch screen panel allow
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Touch screen panel features Top and back view 1 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Front Camera The built-in front 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. Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor detects the amount of ambient light in your environment. It allows the system to automatically adjust the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light condition. Touch screen panel This high-definition touch screen panel provides excellent view
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Bottom side PC dock slot This slot is magnetic and aligns conveniently with the magnetic PC dock tab to securely attach the touch screen panel to its PC dock. WARNING! • The PC dock slot is magnetic Please keep out of children’s reach. • Magnetic fields generated by mobile devices may damage data on magnetic storage media, such as credit cards, computer discs or tapes. Do not place your device next to such media. • You should never expose your device to strong magnetic fields as this ma
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PC dock features NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. Top view e 1 2 3 - 0 Power indicator This indicator lights up when the PC dock is turned on. Power switch Move this switch to the left to turn on the PC dock. Caps lock indicator This indicator lights up when the caps lock function is activated. Enabling the caps lock function on your keyboard allows you to automatically type letters in upper-case form (e.g. A, B, C). PC dock release button Press this button to safe
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PC dock hinge This hinge supports the touch screen panel while it is connected to the PC dock. It also holds the touch screen panel in place while you adjust it into different viewing angles. ASUS Console key Press this button to launch the ASUS Console app launcher. Numeric keypad on keyboard Using the function key, you can toggle between using these keys according to their original function or using them as a numeric keypad. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad on keyboard
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Rear view PC dock tab The magnetic PC dock tab securely attaches the touch screen panel to the PC dock. Attach the touch screen panel to the PC dock by aligning the PC dock slot on top of this tab. Once attached, you can adjust the touch screen panel according to your preferred viewing angle. WARNING! • The PC dock tab is magnetic. Please keep out of children’s reach. • Magnetic fields generated by mobile devices may damage data on magnetic storage media, such as credit cards, computer di
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Docking the touch screen panel Align the touch screen panel on top of the PC dock tab as illustrated below. NOTE: The PC dock slot and the PC dock tab have magnetic parts. The pull between these magnets help align the touch screen panel to securely connect it with the PC dock. 0 Notebook PC E-Manual
