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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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    30 Using ASUS Smart Gesture 35 Enabling the rotate gesture 35 Enabling the three-finger gestures 37 Using the rotate and three-finger gestures 39 Using the keyboard 40 Function keys...40 Function keys for ASUS App 41 Windows®8 keys...41 Keyboard as numeric keypad 42 Notebook PC E-Manual 
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    a static IP network connection 66 Turning your Notebook PC off 67 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 70 Power4Gear Hybrid...70 USB Charger+...74 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 76 ASUS FingerPrint...78 ASUSPRO Business Center 85  Notebook PC E-Manual
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    and Troubleshoot 90 BIOS...90 Accessing BIOS...90 BIOS Settings...91 Troubleshoot...101 Refresh your PC...101 Reset your PC...102 Advanced options...103 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 106 Bands 121 UL Safety Notices...123 Power Safety Requirement 124 Notebook PC E-Manual 
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    Information 126 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 127 ENERGY STAR complied product 129 European Union Eco-label 129 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 130 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 130 Regional notice for Singapore 130  Notebook PC E-Manual
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    . 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
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    To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This icons below indicate the devices you can use 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
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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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    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 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. e 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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    your fingerprint and uses it as biometric authentication for logging on to your Notebook PC's system and other programs inside Windows® 8. NOTE: For more details, refer to the ASUS Fingerprint section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen
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    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. NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 17
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    straight from the Notebook PC. The audio features of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. 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. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    : For more details, refer to the USB Charger+ section in this manual. HDMI port This port is for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface protected content playback. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as monitors or projectors.
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    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. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 built-in memory card reader supports SD and MMC card formats. Notebook PC E-Manual 21
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    power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in sleep mode. 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: 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    is between 10% to 100%. 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 function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Notebook PC E-Manual 23
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    Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual 25
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    Getting started NOTE: If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures for installation. Install the battery pack. Align and insert the battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. 26 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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. Notebook PC E-Manual 27
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    • Rating output voltage: 19V WARNING! Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • The battery used in this device may present a risk not dispose of in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to dissamble and reassemble the battery. •
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    Lift to open the display panel. Press the power button. Notebook PC E-Manual 29
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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 30 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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. Notebook PC E-Manual 31
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    slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad. 32 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    . Left edge swipe Right edge swipe Swipe from the left edge to shuffle Swipe the right edge to launch the your running apps. Charm bar. Notebook PC E-Manual 33
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    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. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Gesture app of your Notebook PC allows you to enable other touchpad gestures or disable selected gestures depending on your preference. Enabling the rotate gesture 1. From the taskbar on your Desktop, click . 2. Double-click the icon to launch the ASUS Smart Gesture app. Notebook PC E-Manual 35
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    3. In the ASUS Smart Gesture window, tick Rotate 4. Click Apply to save the changes then OK to exit the ASUS Smart Gesture window. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Enabling the three-finger gestures 1. From the taskbar on your Desktop, click . 2. Double-click the icon to launch the ASUS Smart Gesture app. Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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    3. In the ASUS Smart Gesture window, tick the gestures you would like to enable under Three Fingers 4. Click Apply to save the changes then OK to exit the ASUS Smart Gesture window. 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    to navigate pages. Swipe up Swipe down Swipe three fingers upward to show all running applications. Swipe three fingers downward to show the Desktop mode. Notebook PC E-Manual 39
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    Using the keyboard 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: second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Function keys for ASUS App Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch an ASUS app. Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app Windows®8 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your
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    Keyboard as numeric keypad This Notebook PC comes with 15 select keys that you can also use for numeric input. Press to toggle between using these keys as number keys or as their original keyboard function. 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Notebook PC E-Manual 43
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    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
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    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 signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. Notebook PC E-Manual 45
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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 46 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 47
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    with Windows® apps. upper or lower right Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or corner lower right corner to launch the Charms bar. 48 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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 the following steps: Moving apps Double-tap on the app then drag and drop the app to a new location. Notebook PC E-Manual 49
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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 . 50 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Accessing the Apps screen Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications through the Apps screen. Horizontal scroll bar Notebook PC E-Manual 51
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    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, pin on the Start screen. 2. Right-click on the app to activate its settings. 3. Tap on the icon. 52 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, 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 charm allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This charmallows you to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 54 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 55
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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 4. Launch another app. 1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Press . 3. Launch another app. 4. To switch between apps, press . 56 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 57
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    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 58 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. 62 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 63
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    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 settings. 4. Right-click on your LAN then select Properties. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 65
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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. 66 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 67
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    Chapter 4: ASUS apps Notebook PC E-Manual 69
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    ASUS Apps Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC modes in your Notebook PC. NOTE: By default, your Notebook PC is set to your Notebook PC. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC's
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    Select from these power saving modes. Use these options to customize your power saving mode. This option allows you to hide the desktop icons and turns the presentation mode on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 71
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    to enable or disable either of the following sleep modes: Instant On This mode is default-enabled in your Notebook PC. It allows the system to return to its last working state even after your Notebook PC has entered into sleep mode. Move this slider to switch between Instant On or Long Standby Time
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    Long Standby Time This mode allows you to extend your Notebook PC's battery life. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 73
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    it immediately. Setting the quick-charge limit By default, your Notebook PC can support quick-charging via the USB Charger+ port while on power adapter same port even while your Notebook PC is running on battery mode or turned off. NOTE: Some Notebook PC models support quick-charging even while on
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    3. Move the percentage slider to the left or to the right to set the limit for charging devices. NOTE: The default limit is set to 40% but you can set the quick-charge limit from 20% to 99%. 4. Click OK to save and exit. Notebook PC E-Manual 75
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    The security features provided by the TPM are internally supported by the following cryptographic capabilities of each TPM: is interested in providing an addition layer of security to the computer system. The TPM, when bundled with an optional security software models only 76 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Enabling TPM Support Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. Set TPM Support to [Enable] in BIOS setup Advanced > Trusted Computing. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright ! Use your TPM application's "Backup" or "Migration" function to backup your TPM security data. Notebook PC E-Manual 77
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    on to your Notebook PC and its system programs. Using the ASUS FingerPrint app Create your fingerprint biometrics using the following steps: 1. From the Windows® 8 Start Screen, go to All Apps then click on the ASUS FingerPrint icon from the list of applications under ASUS. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    2. Click OK to proceed to the next step. 3. Key in your user account password then click OK. Notebook PC E-Manual 79
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    4. Click the on the finger illustration that corresponds to the same finger you would like to use as your fingerprint biometric data. 5. Swipe your designated finger twice on the fingerprint sensor to create your fingerprint biometric data. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    6. 1 and 2 changes to blue to indicate that the fingerprint was successfully captured. Click Next to proceed. 7. Create your boot key password in the next window to serve as backup access for your fingerprint biometric data. Notebook PC E-Manual 81
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    ASUS FingerPrint settings window appears next. You may either close this window or change the settings of your fingerprint biometric data. NOTE: For more information on configuring your fingerprint biometric settings, refer to the ASUS FingerPrint Settings section in this manual. 82 Notebook PC
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    the Start Screen. Basic The Basic settings of ASUS FingerPrint allows you to configure your current fingerprint biometrics, add more fingerprint biometrics, and change the details of your boot key. It also shows the current status of your Notebook PC's fingerprint sensor. Notebook PC E-Manual 83
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    Advanced The Advanced settings of ASUS FingerPrint allows you to setup lock options when the wrong password or fingerprint is detected, back up and import your account information, and delete fingerprint or boot key records from your system. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Advantage (SBA) to improve manageability when using your Notebook PC for business productivity. Accessing ASUS Business Center Go to Desktop mode then click on the icon. menu options Click on any of these icons to launch the application. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual 85
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    such as the copyright date and the app's version number. Contact - This option shows you links you can use to contact ASUS regarding the application. Help - This option gives you a detailed information about the Intel® Small Business Advantage (SBA) and its applications. 86 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    to stream business presentations, multimedia files, and even websites from your Notebook PC to an external display device using an adapter. NOTE: For details . It also allows you to receive email notifications whenever your Notebook PC receives alerts as balloon messages or as sent to its Windows
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    Notebook PC. Using this app, you can prevent unauthorized Notebook PC access from these USB device categories: audio/video, entertainment, storage, office, and others. ASUS Power4Gear This application launches ASUS Power4Gear. For more details, refer to the ASUS Power4Gear section in this manual
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    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. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    ↑↓ : 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 91
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    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. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 93
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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 . 94 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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. Security I/O Security. 2. Select an interface you would like to lock then press . 3. Select Lock. Notebook PC E-Manual 95
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    select Lock. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 96 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 97
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    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. 98 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 99
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    : 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. 100 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Notebook PC then press during POST. 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 IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before refreshing your system. Notebook PC E-Manual 101
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    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 . IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before resetting your system. 102 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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 103
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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. 104 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Tips and FAQs Notebook PC E-Manual 105
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    ASUS Live Update to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in your Notebook PC. Refer to the ASUS Tutor installed in your Notebook PC the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. If you are not going to use your Notebook PC for prior to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key
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    Notebook PC. What should I do? Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service , especially those that take up too much system memory. Notebook PC E-Manual 107
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    power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. manual. 7. What should I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 108 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    the settings. 9. My Notebook PC cannot do keystrokes correctly Notebook PC's touchpad is not working. What should I do? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is set to disable touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to your Notebook PC
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    optical discs that are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. How can I fix this
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    Notebook PC enters Troubleshooting, select Refresh or Reset your PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Why can't my Notebook PC adapter to your Notebook PC and connect to a power outlet then press the power button. Notebook PC E-Manual 111
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    I boot to DOS using my USB drive or ODD? Refer to the following steps: a. Restart your Notebook PC and enter BIOS by pressing F2 on your keyboard. b. Go to Boot > Launch CSM > Enabled. and exit BIOS. e. Press and hold ESC to launch boot menu when your Notebook PC restarts. 112 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Appendices Notebook PC E-Manual 113
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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 means handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. 114 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Norway Yes No Poland No Not Applicable Portugal No Not Applicable Spain No Not Applicable Sweden Yes No Switzerland Yes No United Kingdom Yes No Notebook PC E-Manual 115
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    (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, and receiver. 116 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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. Notebook PC E-Manual 117
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    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. 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Operation is the device. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Notebook PC E-Manual 119
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    l'émission. Les utilisateurs finaux doivent suivre les instructions de fonctionnement spécifiques pour satisfaire la conformit non 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 120 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    is 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 121
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    France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.arcep.fr) NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. 122 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers. Notebook PC E-Manual 123
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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 incorporates hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. 124 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Russian) Notebook PC E-Manual 125
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    assistance. Service warning label 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. 126 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French Notebook PC E-Manual 127
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    German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 128 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity. To wake your computer, NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. European Union Eco-label This Notebook PC has
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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 130 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Notebook PC Model name : PU401LA, E401LA, PRO401LA conform with the essential : 16/07/2013 Year to begin affixing CE marking:2013 132 Signature Notebook PC E-Manual
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