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Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 2
, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS), EVEN IF 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 TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 3
gestures 28 Two-finger gestures 31 Three-finger gestures 32 Using the keyboard 33 Function keys 33 Function keys for ASUS Apps 34 Windows®8 keys 34 Using the Taichi key 35 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 38 Windows® 8 lock screen 38 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 4
4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps 66 LifeFrame...66 Power4Gear Hybrid 68 USB Charger 69 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 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 5
Safety Information 104 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 105 ENERGY STAR complied product 106 European Union Eco-label 107 Prevention of Hearing Loss 107 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 108 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 108 Coating Notice 108 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 6
how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: ASUS Apps This chapter features the ASUS apps included with your Notebook PC. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 7
To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This indicate the devices you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC. = Use the Tablet screen. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. Typography Bold = This indicates a - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 8
power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC. While powered on, ensure that you do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any materials inflight services that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using your Notebook PC inflight. Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 9
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. Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 10
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. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 11
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 11 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 12
Getting to know your Notebook PC Notebook View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The Notebook view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 13
. It allows the system to automatically adjust the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light condition. Notebook screen The Notebook screen allows you to view photos, videos, and other files on your Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 14
key This key launches the Taichi home page on your Notebook PC so you can switch between these screen modes: Notebook Mode, Dual Screen Mode, MIrror Mode, Tablet Mode. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the Taichi key section in this manual. Tablet screen indicator This indicator lights up - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 15
the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual. Near Field Communication (NFC) (on selected models on the left side of the Notebook PC's touchpad. NOTE: The area outside the dotted - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 16
Tablet View Windows® 8 touch button Touch this button to go back to the Start screen. If you are already in the Start screen, touch this button to go back to the last app you opened. Microphone The the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light condition. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 17
to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Tablet screen The Tablet screen allows you to operate your Notebook PC using touch gestures. NOTE: For more details on using touch gestures, refer to the Using gestures on your Tablet screen section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 18
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. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 19
features of this Notebook PC are software-controlled. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 20
Move the power switch to the left to turn your Notebook PC on or off. You can also use the power switch 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, move the power switch to the left and - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 21
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. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 22
your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as a monitor or projector, using a VGA cable. Volume button This button turns the volume up or down on your Notebook PC. Tablet screen lock switch This switch allows you to activate and deactivate the Tablet screen. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 23
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual 23 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 24
into a 100V~240V power source. B. 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 connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 25
Lift to open the display panel. Move the power switch to the left. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 26
edge swipe Swipe from the left edge of the screen to shuffle your running apps. Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the Charm bar. Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers Spread apart your two fingers on the touch panel. on the touch panel. 26 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 27
the 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 of the running app and drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 28
Using touchpad gestures Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touchpad. One-finger gestures Tap/Double tap • In the Start screen, tap an app to launch it. • In Desktop mode, double-tap an application to launch it. Drag and drop Double-tap an item, then slide - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 29
Left-click Right-click • In the Start screen, click an • In the Start screen, click an app to launch it. app to select it and launch • In Desktop mode, doubleclick an line represent the locations of the left mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad. Notebook PC E-Manual 29 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 30
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 Charm bar. 30 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 31
scroll left or down. right. Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers Spread apart your two fingers on on the touchpad. the touchpad. Notebook PC E-Manual 31 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 32
-finger gestures Swipe up Swipe down Swipe three fingers upward to Swipe three fingers downward to show all running applications. show the Desktop mode. 32 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 33
for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 33 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 34
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 TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 35
. 2. On the Taichi home page, press Mode Switch then use the arrow keys to select the screen mode you wish to activate. Notebook Mode - This activates the Notebook screen only. Tablet Mode - This activates the Tablet screen and allows you to use touch gestures on your Notebook PC. Mirror Mode - This - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 36
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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. 38 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 39
the applications you need in just one place. User account Zoom in/out button Windows® App These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiledformat for easy access. NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. Notebook PC E-Manual 39 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 40
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 40 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 41
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 , refer to the Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. upper or lower right corner Hover your mouse pointer on - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 42
Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's Tablet screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close 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 TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 43
tile to 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 43 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 44
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. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. From the running app's screen, press . 44 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 45
Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start 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 Tablet screen, touchpad, or keyboard. 1. Swipe from the top or bottom edge of the - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 46
, swipe down the app to select and launch the settings bar. 2. Tap to pin the selected app on the Start screen. 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. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 47
screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. activated. Use your Notebook PC's Tablet screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch the Charm bar. Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 48
you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Share This tool allows you to 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 return to a recently opened - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 49
resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. Snap bar Using Snap Use your Notebook PC's Tablet 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 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 50
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. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Press . 3. Launch another app. 4. To switch between apps, press . 50 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 51
Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File search pane Opens the Share pane Opens the Settings pane Opens the Devices pane Activates the Lock screen Minimizes the Internet Explorer window Notebook PC E-Manual 51 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 52
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 52 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 53
to the Airplane mode section in this manual. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using the following steps on your Tablet screen or touchpad. 1. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Tap and tap . 3. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi connections. Notebook PC E-Manual 53 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 54
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 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 55
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 Tablet screen or touchpad as follows: 1. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Tap - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 56
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. 56 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 57
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 57 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 58
connection 1. ��L�a�u�n�ch� Desktop. 2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network or 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. 58 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 59
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 59 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 60
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. 60 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 61
). 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 61 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 62
5 under Configuring 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. 62 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 63
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 63 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 64
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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 Face tracking button Zoom in/out 66 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 67
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 67 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 68
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. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 69
your ASUS Notebook PC is running on battery power and allows you to charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on the desktop tray, then click Settings. 2. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in battery mode. Notebook PC E-Manual 69 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 70
system is running or Enable quick charge when the system is in sleep/hibernate/ shutdown mode. 4. Move the percentage slider to the left or to the right On some models, the USB Charger+ automatically selects both options. You can deselect these two options, if necessary. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 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 TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 72
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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. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 75
Inc. Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 76
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 Advance Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 77
F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock an interface: 1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security. 2. Select an interface you would like to lock then press . 3. Select Lock. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 78
screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. Select an interface that you would like to lock then select Lock. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 79
on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password 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 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 80
Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model 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 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 81
Version: Unknown Build Date: Unknown Build Time: Unknown FSO 0 EFI FS1 FS2 FS3 FS4 [←→]: 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 81 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 82
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. or 4. In the Refresh your PC screen ! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before refreshing your system. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 83
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. or 4. In the Reset your PC screen . IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before resetting your system. Notebook PC E-Manual 83 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 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 TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 85
screen, select System Image Recovery. 5. Choose an account you would like to recover using a system image file. 6. Type your account password then tap Continue. 7. Select Use the latest available your system to prevent data loss in case your Notebook PC stops working. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 86
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particular region (usually coded to the region at which it is sold). While DVD movie content may be released for multiple regions, CSS design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must only resetting costs will be at the expense of the user. 88 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 89
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 89 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 90
; China and Mongolia. NOTE: Refer to Blu-ray Disc website at www.blu-raydisc.com/en/ Technical/FAQs/Blu-rayDiscforVideo.aspx for more details. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 91
the event of problems you should contact 21 (Common Technical Regulation) for the attachment requirements for connection to the analogue public switched telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service Notebook PC E-Manual 91 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 92
network." Up to now the Notified Body of CETECOM issued several panEuropean approvals using CTR 21. The results are Europe's first modems which do not require regulatory approvals in each individual telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 93
Poland No 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 93 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 94
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 with the instructions, may Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 95
Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) SAR Value: 1.50 W/kg Notebook PC E-Manual 95 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 96
manufacture declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the . End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This device to [EN 300 328-2] 96 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 97
specific operating instructions for service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 98
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 licence. 98 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 99
(2400 MHz-2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. There are few possibilities for outdoor power indoors is 100mW • Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW Notebook PC E-Manual 99 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 100
permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors: 01 Ain 05 Hautes Alpes 11 Aude 02 Aisne 08 Ardennes 12 Aveyron 03 Allier 09 Ariège 16 Charente 24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 ) NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. 100 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 101
in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical 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 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 102
bonding the screen of the instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell'ambiente. (Italian) 102 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 103
aux 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) Notebook PC - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 104
yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance. Service warning label WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Macrovision . 104 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 105
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Notebook PC E-Manual 105 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 106
save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the joint program. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. 106 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 107
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 damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Notebook PC E-Manual 107 - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 108
electrical safety, a coating is applied to insulate the device except on the areas where the I/O ports are located. Regional notice for Singapore Complies with This ASUS product complies with IDA Standards. IDA Standards DB103778 108 Notebook PC E-Manual - Asus TAICHI31 | TAICHI21 User's Manual for English Edition - Page 109
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ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Notebook P.C Model name : Taichi21 : Jerry Shen Declaration Date: Oct. 13, 2012 Year to begin affixing CE marking:2012 110 Signature Notebook PC E-Manual
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