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    Notebook PC E-Manual
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    the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY 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  Notebook PC E-Manual
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    started...28 Install the battery pack. (on selected models 28 Charge your Notebook PC 29 Lift to open the display panel 31 Press the power button 31 Gestures for the touchpad 32 Using the keyboard 39 Function keys...39 Function keys for ASUS Apps 40 Windows®8 keys...41 Multimedia control
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    61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...63 Airplane mode...65 Connecting to wired networks 66 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 66 Configuring a static IP network connection 68 Turning your Notebook PC off 69 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 69 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 72
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    (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 78 BIOS...78 Accessing BIOS...78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...89 Refresh your PC...89 Reset your PC...90 Advanced options...91 Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random-access Memory module (on
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    Information 123 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 124 ENERGY STAR complied product 126 European Union Eco-label 126 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 127 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 127 Regional notice for Singapore 127  Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC This
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    To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected. Italic = This
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    on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands. 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 
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    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 environments. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 13
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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. 15" model 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    depth for typing. It also enables you to use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. 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
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    up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
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    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
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    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
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    eject button does not work. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in this manual. 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
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    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
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    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. 24 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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. Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats. Notebook PC E-Manual 25
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    Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual 27
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    . 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 pack. 28 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    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 30 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Lift to open the display panel. Press the power button. Notebook PC E-Manual 31
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    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 to move the pointer onscreen. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally 32 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    , 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
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    settings bar. You can also press this button to launch the All Apps bar. • 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
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    the Start screen, swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar. • In a running app, swipe from the top edge to view its menu. Left edge swipe Right edge swipe Swipe from the left edge to shuffle Swipe the right edge to launch your running apps. the Charms bar
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    . 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. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Notebook PC E-Manual 39
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    apps. Toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Launches the ASUS LifeFrame app Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC. Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as below. Stop Notebook PC E-Manual Skip to previous track or rewind Play
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    Numeric keypad (on selected models) A numeric keypad is available on selected Notebook PC models. You can use this keypad for numeric input or as pointer direction keys. Press to toggle between using the keypad as number keys or as pointer direction keys. 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    actual location of the electronic eject button may vary depending on your Notebook PC model. Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC is on, press the electronic eject button to partially eject the optical its printed side up, then gently place it inside the hub. Notebook PC E-Manual 43
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    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 eject button does not work. 44 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Notebook PC E-Manual 45
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    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
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    organize all the applications you need in just one place. Zoom in/out button Windows® Apps 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
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    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 Hotspots on the Start screen 48 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    only works 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
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    Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps. Launching apps Position your mouse pointer over the app then a new location. Resizing apps Right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then tap or or . Notebook PC E-Manual 51
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    change to a hand icon. 2. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. From the running app's screen, press . 52 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    screen, you can also open other applications through the Apps screen. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard. Swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar. From the Start screen, press All Apps icon then press
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    Pinning more apps on the Start screen You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touchpad. 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
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    share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Launching the Charms bar Charms bar NOTE: When called out, shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated. Use your Notebook PC's touchpad, or keyboard to launch the Charms bar. Move your mouse pointer
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    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. 56 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    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 Launch another app. 1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Press . 3. Launch another app. 4. To switch between apps, press . 58 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 Minimizes the Internet Explorer window Notebook PC E-Manual 59
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    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 60 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables 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.
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    connection. NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi connection. 5. 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 devices if
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    PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. To do this, use your touchpad as follows: 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap 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
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    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. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    mode disables wireless communication, allowing you to use your Notebook PC safely while in-flight. Turning Airplane mode on 1. 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
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    connection 1. ���La�u�n�c�h Desktop. 2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon 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
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    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. 8. Select Connect to the Internet then tap Next. 9. password then tap Connect to start connecting to the Internet. Notebook PC E-Manual 67
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    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
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    To put your Notebook PC on Sleep mode, press the power button once. 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
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    Chapter 4: ASUS apps Notebook PC E-Manual 71
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    Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files 's saved files in thumbnail view. Action button Modes Capture button Webcam settings 72 Face tracking button Zoom in/out Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    Power4Gear Hybrid to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press . Select from these power saving modes. 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
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    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
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    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
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    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 personnel. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 79
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    MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you 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 Security Save & Exit Password Description If
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    . 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 . 82 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    I/O 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) Security. 2. Select an interface you would like to lock then press . 3. Select Lock. Notebook PC E-Manual 83
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    USB Interface Security Through the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. Aptio Setup Utility - Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password 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. Set HDD Master Password to set up the user password. Notebook PC E-Manual 85
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    Override Windows Boot Manager Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 86 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 > Start Easy
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    > FS2 FS3 FS4 New BIOS Platform: Unknown Version: Unknown Build Date: Unknown Build Time: Unknown [←→]: Switch [↑↓]: Choose [q]: Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute 7. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Defaults to restore the system to its default settings. 88 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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: 1. Restart your Notebook PC
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    to its default settings. To access this during POST: 1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. 2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. Tap Reset your PC. 4. In the Reset your PC screen, read the bullet points to learn more about using this
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    Image Recovery to recover your system using your Notebook PC's original image file. To access this during POST: 1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. 2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. Tap Advanced options. Notebook PC E-Manual 91
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    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. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual 93
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    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 modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility
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    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
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    C. Align and insert the RAM module into the RAM module slot. D. Push down the RAM module until it clicks in place 30o angle 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
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    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 model but the HDD installation remains the same. Notebook PC E-Manual 97
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    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
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    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. HDD bay Notebook PC E-Manual 99
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    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
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    I. 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. HDD bay Notebook PC E-Manual 101
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    K. Align then push down the compartment cover back into place. L. Reattach and tighten the screw that you removed earlier. 102 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    before removing the battery pack. 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
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    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
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    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
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    Appendices Notebook PC E-Manual 107
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    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
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    , 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
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    .com/en/Technical/FAQs/BlurayDiscforVideo.aspx for more details. Internal Modem Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. 110 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    switched telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, if provided, is by (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. Notebook PC E-Manual 111
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    table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Austria1 Applied Yes More Testing No Belgium Yes Czech Republic No Denmark1 Yes No Not Applicable Yes Finland Yes Not Applicable Sweden Yes No Switzerland Yes No United Kingdom Yes No 112 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous). In The Netherlands additional testing not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications Notebook PC E-Manual 113
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    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
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    ". 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 and mutual recognition of conformity. Notebook PC E-Manual 115
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    follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure 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
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    l'émission. Les utilisateurs finaux doivent suivre les instructions de fonctionnement spécifiques pour satisfaire la conformit souhaité de l'appareil. Pour éviter les interférences radio avec le service sous licence (c'est à-dire le partage de canal avec les systèmes . Notebook PC E-Manual 117
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    not permitted. In the departments listed below, for the entire 2.4 GHz band: • Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW • Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction. • 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. • Do not
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    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 possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Notebook PC E-Manual 121
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    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) (Japanese) Russian) 122 Notebook PC
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    by yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance. Service warning label WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Coating Notice IMPORTANT!
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    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French 124 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    ASUS batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Reduced solid waste through takeback policy. For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Ecolabel website at http://www.ecolabel.eu. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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