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Notebook PC
E-Manual
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E7486 August 2012 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
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Table of Contents About this manual ............................................................................................. 6 Conventions used in this manual ............................................................... 7 Icons ............................................................................................................... 7 Typography ......................................................................................................... 7 Safety precautions ............
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time ............................................................................... 6 ® Windows 8 lock screen .................................................................................. 6 ® Windows UI ....................................................................................................... 7 Start screen .......................................................................................................37 Wind
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Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................70 BIOS Settings ....................................................................................................71 Troubleshoot......................................................................................................78 Refresh your PC ...............................................................................................78 Reset your PC ........................
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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: ASUS Apps This cha
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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 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. 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 or battery (if applicable) 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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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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. 11 1 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use. Camera The built-in camera allows you take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. 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 ambien
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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. Numeric keypad (on selected models) The numeric keypad can be used for numeric input or as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details, r
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Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models) This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC’s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. This allows you to use som
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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. Audio speakers This Notebook PC uses SonicMaster technology developed in collaboration with Bang &
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Right Side 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. Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.
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Left Side 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. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication
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LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area network (LAN). NOTE: For more details, refer to the Connecting to wired networks section in this manual. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+ feature. USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge mobile
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Connecting external devices (on selected models) External display Use the bundled mini VGA to VGA adapter to connect your Notebook PC to an external display. Mini VGA port Mini VGA to VGA adapter VGA cable External display 0 Notebook PC E-Manual
