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Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 2
legal duties under this Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible 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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 3
the power button 26 Gestures for the touch screen and touchpad 27 Using the touch screen 27 Using the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard 34 Function keys 34 Function keys for ASUS Apps 35 Windows®8 keys 35 Multimedia control keys 36 Numeric keypad (on selected models 36 Using ASUS Vivo key - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 4
65 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 68 LifeFrame...68 Power4Gear Hybrid 70 Instant On...71 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 74 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 74 BIOS ...74 Accessing BIOS 74 BIOS Settings...75 Troubleshoot...82 Refresh your - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 5
Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module 88 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD 91 Installing a new battery pack Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 117 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 117 Coating Notice 117 Regional notice for Singapore - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 6
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 chapter guides you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 7
To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected. Italic = This indicates - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 8
the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC. While powered on, ensure that about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 9
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 your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 10
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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 11
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 11 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 12
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. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 13
, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down. ASUS Vivo key (on selected models) Press this key to launch the ASUS VivoBook home page. NOTE: For more information, refer to the Using ASUS Vivo key section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 13 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 14
Numeric keypad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard manual. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC. Power indicator The power - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 15
power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. Blinking Orange 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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 16
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 some of the keys on your keyboard for numeric input. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 17
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 17 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 18
occur. Hard disk drive compartment This compartment is a reserved space for the hard disk drive of your Notebook PC. Random-access memory module (RAM) compartment The RAM compartment allows you to add RAM memory modules to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook PC. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 19
compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Optical case the electronic eject button does not work. WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work. - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 20
use. Ensure not to 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. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 21
network (LAN). 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 2.0. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 22
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Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual 23 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 24
pack installed, use the following procedures for installation. Install the battery pack. 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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 25
cord to the AC/DC adapter. 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. IMPORTANT! • Ensure that your Notebook PC is - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 26
Lift to open the display panel. Press the power button. 26 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 27
gestures on your touch screen and touchpad. Using the touch screen Left edge swipe Right edge swipe Swipe from the left edge of the screen to shuffle your running apps. Zoom out Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the Charms bar. - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 28
and down and slide your finger screen to view the All Apps to pan the screen left or right. bar. • In a running app, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view its menu. Tap and hold Tap/Double running app and drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it. 28 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 29
Using the touchpad Moving the pointer You can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally Notebook PC E-Manual 29 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 30
the Start screen, click an app to launch it. app to select it and launch • In Desktop mode, doubleclick an application to launch it. the 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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 31
lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad. Top edge swipe • In 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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 32
down. right. Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers Spread apart your two fingers on on the touchpad. the touchpad. 32 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 33
gestures Swipe up Swipe down Swipe three fingers upward to Swipe three fingers downward to show all running applications. show the Desktop mode. Notebook PC E-Manual 33 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 34
Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC 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. - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 35
My Profile, and Normal. Launches the ASUS LifeFrame app Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app Windows®8 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to go back to the Start screen. If you are already in the Start screen, press this key to go - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 36
Multimedia control keys The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC. Press in combination with the arrow keys on keys, press . To use the numeric keypad for numeric input only, press . 36 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 37
Using ASUS Vivo key (on selected models) This Notebook PC comes with an ASUS Vivo key that provides a onetap access to some of the ASUS apps included with your Notebook PC. To launch the ASUS VivoBook home page: Tap or on the Start screen. Press . Notebook PC E-Manual 37 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 38
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Notebook PC E-Manual 39 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 40
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. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 41
Windows® apps from the Start screen. It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your Notebook PC. Start screen The Start screen place. User account Zoom in/out button Windows® Apps These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiledformat for easy access. - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 42
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 42 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 43
screen's thumbnail to go back to the Start screen. top side NOTE: You can also press the Windows key on your keyboard to go back to the Start screen. From the Start screen more details, refer to the Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. upper or lower right corner Hover your mouse pointer - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 44
Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps. to launch an app. Customizing apps You can move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen using the following steps: Moving apps Tap and hold the app tile then drag it to a - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 45
select and launch the settings bar. 2. Tap to unpin an app. Right-click on the app to activate the settings bar then tap . Notebook PC E-Manual 45 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 46
Closing apps Tap and hold the top side of the running app then drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it. 1. Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. 2. - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 47
keyboard. 1. Swipe from the top or bottom edge of the screen to launch the All Apps bar. 2. Tap to show all installed apps in your Notebook PC. Swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar. From the Start screen, press Apps icon then press to select the All . Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 48
screen, swipe down the app to select and launch the settings bar. 2. Tap screen. to pin the selected app on the Start 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. 48 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 49
toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to share once activated. Use your Notebook PC's touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch the Charms bar. Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the Charms bar. Move your mouse - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 50
share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This tool reverts the display back to the Start screen. From the Start screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app. Devices This tool allows access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 50 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 51
is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. Snap bar Using Snap Use your Notebook PC's touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to activate and use Snap. 1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Tap and hold the app's topmost part then drag it to the left - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 52
1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Hover the mouse point on the top side of your screen. 3. Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag then drop the app to the left or right side of the display panel. 4. Launch another app. 1. - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 53
shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows®8. \ Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File search pane Opens - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 54
the Apps search pane Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings search pane 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 54 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 55
-Fi function of your Notebook PC. For more details, refer to the Airplane mode section in this manual. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using the following steps on your touch screen or touchpad. 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap and tap . 3. Select an access point from the list - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 56
to devices. Tap No, don't turn on sharing or connect to devices if you do not want to enable the sharing function. 56 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 57
details, refer to the Airplane mode section in this manual. Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices You need to pair your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. To do this, use your or touch screen or touchpad as follows: 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 58
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. 58 Notebook PC - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 59
tap . or 3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode off. Press . NOTE: 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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 60
using your Notebook PC's LAN port. NOTE: Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or your network administrator for assistance in dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 1. ��L�a�u�n�ch� Desktop. 2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network or icon then tap Open Network and - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 61
5. Tap Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then tap Properties. 6. Tap Obtain an IP address automatically then tap OK. NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 62
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. 62 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 63
). 10. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap Connect. 11. Tap Close to finish the configuration. 12. Tap on 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 63 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 64
a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection. 2 Tap Use the following IP address. or 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. 64 Notebook PC - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 65
to do a normal shutdown. • From the log-in screen, tap > Shut down. • You can also shut window. Select Shut Down from the drop-down list then select OK. • If your Notebook PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power Notebook PC on Sleep mode, press the power button once. You can also put your - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 66
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Chapter 4: ASUS apps Notebook PC E-Manual 67 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 68
Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play button Webcam settings Face tracking button Zoom in/out 68 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 69
you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. Voice Recorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Game This function lets you play games using the webcam. Notebook PC - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 70
Use this 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. 70 Notebook PC - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 71
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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 72
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Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) Notebook PC E-Manual 73 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 74
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. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 75
CSM [Disabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Windows Boot Manager Disabled →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 76
menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC's hard disk BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advance Boot power on password and must be entered to boot screen, - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 77
be disabled. LAN Network Interface [UnLock] Wireless Network Interface [UnLock] HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock] SATA 2nd HDD Interface [UnLock] USB Interface Security LAN Network Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 78
I/O Interface Security menu, you can [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock [UnLock] USB Interface UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : , Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Select an - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 79
boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk American Megatrends, Inc. To set the HDD password: 1. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 80
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 Flash, then press . 80 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 81
to select and update BIOS. Power Off Energy Saving [ 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. 6. Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 82
during POST. 2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. Tap Refresh your PC. or 4. In the Refresh your PC screen, read the bullet points to learn that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before refreshing your system. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 83
then press during POST. 2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. Tap Reset your PC. or 4. In the Reset your PC screen, read the bullet points to learn your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before resetting your system. Notebook PC E-Manual 83 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 84
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. or 84 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 85
4. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Choose an account you would like to recover an external device or DVD. 8. Follow the succeeding steps to complete the system image recovery procedure. NOTE: We strongly recommend that you regularly backup your system to prevent data - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 86
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or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as 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 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 89
C. Align and insert the RAM module into the RAM module slot. D. Push down the RAM module until it clicks in place RAM module E. Slide the compartment cover back in place. F. Reattach and tighten the screws that you removed earlier. Notebook PC E-Manual 89 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 90
If you need to remove the installed RAM module from its slot, refer to the illustration below. A. Push out the lock on both sides to eject the RAM module. B. Pull out the RAM module. RAM module 90 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 91
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. IMPORTANT! Visit an authorized service center or retailer for - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 92
upside down, as shown in the illustration below, then remove the screws. F. Remove the HDD from the HDD bay. HDD HDD bay 92 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 93
G. Place the new HDD in the HDD bay as illustrated below. Ensure that the port connectors of your HDD are not obstructed by any part of the HDD bay. H. Reattach and tighten the screws that you removed earlier. HDD HDD bay Notebook PC E-Manual 93 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 94
that you removed earlier. HDD bay K. Slide the compartment cover back in place. L. Reattach and tighten the screws that you removed earlier. 94 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 95
telecommunication lines and power connector, before removing the battery pack. IMPORTANT! Purchase battery packs from authorized retailers replacing the battery pack of your Notebook PC. Refer to the following steps when installing a new battery pack for your Notebook PC. A. Move the manual battery - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 96
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. 96 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 97
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Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes called copy guard require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 99
(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 99 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 100
Mongolia. NOTE: Refer to Blu-ray Disc website at www.blu-raydisc.com/en/ Technical/FAQs/Blu-rayDiscforVideo.aspx for more details. 100 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 101
operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Overview terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, PC E-Manual 101 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 102
the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. 102 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 103
Portugal No Spain No Sweden Yes Switzerland Yes United Kingdom Yes No Yes No Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No No No Notebook PC E-Manual 103 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 104
supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom. de/technologies/ctr_21.html 1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support instructions, - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 105
prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) Notebook PC E-Manual 105 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 106
to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] 106 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 107
2006/95/EC "Low voltage directive". CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 108
frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: • 10mW for the entire frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.5-2483.5 MHz - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 109
24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Drôme 32 Gers 41 Loir et Cher 55 Meuse 60 Oise 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 68 Haut Rhin 75 Paris 88 Vosges 94 Val de Marne 36 Indre 45 Loiret 58 Nièvre 61 Orne (www.arcep.fr) NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. Notebook PC E-Manual 109 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 110
instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 111
screen asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 112
type ou d'un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French) ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 113
attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance. Service warning label herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. disassembly is prohibited. Notebook PC E-Manual 113 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 114
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese 114 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 115
for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. Notebook PC E-Manual 115 - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 116
. 4. Reduction of the use of natural resources by encouraging recycling. 5. Designed for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive. 6. Reduced solid waste through - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 117
Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials - Asus S550CA | User's Manual for English Edition - Page 118
TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY A56C, S56C, R505C, S505C, S50C, U58C, S550C, V550C, R550C, P56C, PRO5TC, E56C conform with V1.5.1(2010-02) EN 50360:2001 EN 62479:2010 2006/95/EC-LVD Directive EN 55024:2010 EN 61000 Manual
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