Asus R550CB User's Manual for English Edition

Asus R550CB Manual

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    Notebook PC E-Manual
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    , 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
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    24 Install the battery pack 24 Charge your Notebook PC 25 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press 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
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    69 ASUS VivoBook Instant Functions 70 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST 78 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 78 BIOS ...78 Accessing BIOS 78 BIOS Settings...79 Troubleshoot...86 Refresh your PC 86 Reset your PC...87 Advanced options 88  Notebook PC
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    lithium-ion batteries 115 Optical Drive Safety Information 117 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 117 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built- ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 121 Regional notice for Singapore 121 Regional notice for United States of America 121 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC.  Notebook PC E-Manual
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    To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC's data and components. Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can use for
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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 inflight.  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. Notebook PC E-Manual 
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    cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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    Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The top view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 12 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down. ASUS Vivo key Press this key to launch the ASUS VivoBook app. NOTE: For more information, refer to the ASUS VivoBook section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 13
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    touchpad section in this manual. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in sleep mode. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 15
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    the internal storage drives. Bluetooth / Wireless indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Number lock indicator This you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Notebook PC E-Manual 17
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    held in an unlocked position when removing the battery pack. 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. Manual battery lock The manual battery lock is used to keep the
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    electronic eject button does not work. WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work. Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
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    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 the Notebook PC. WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block
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    a local area 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
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    Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual 23
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    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
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    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 connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the
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    Lift to open the display panel. Press the power button. 26 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    touch screen and 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 touch screen and touchpad. apart your two fingers on the touch panel. on the touch panel. Notebook PC E-Manual 27
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    and hold launch it. the top side of the running app and drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it. 28 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    menu. NOTE: The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the left mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad. 30 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 your running apps. the Charms bar. Notebook PC E-Manual 31
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    left or 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
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    . Three-finger gestures Swipe up Swipe down Swipe three fingers upward to Swipe three fingers downward to show all running applications. show the Desktop mode. Notebook PC E-Manual 33
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    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 second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns
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    : Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, 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
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    and videos, when played in your Notebook PC. Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as below. Stop Skip to Numeric keypad (on selected models) A numeric keypad is available on selected Notebook PC models. You can use this keypad for numeric input or as pointer
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    Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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    screen, pick a language to use on your Notebook PC. 3. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for using Windows then click Accept. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Keep your PC secure • Personalize • Wireless • Settings • Sign in to
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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 39
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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 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Working with Windows® apps. upper or lower right corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner to launch the Charms bar. Notebook PC E-Manual 41
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    Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps. Launching apps Tap an app to launch it. Position then drag it to a new location. Double-tap on the app then drag and drop the app to a new location. 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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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 . 44 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Horizontal scroll bar Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard. 1. Swipe from the top or 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
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    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
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    applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC. Launching the Charms bar Charms bar NOTE: When called out, above shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated. Use your Notebook PC's touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch the Charms bar. Swipe
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    use this to revert back to a recently opened app. Devices This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC. 48 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    resolution 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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    ! Ensure the Airplane mode is turned off to enable the Wi-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
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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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    Airplane mode is turned off to enable the Bluetooth function of your Notebook PC. For more 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
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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. 56 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 57
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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 adapter settings. 4. Right-click on your LAN then select Properties. 58 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    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
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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 61
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    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 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 63
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    Chapter 4: ASUS apps Notebook PC E-Manual 65
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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
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    as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. Voice Recorder Use this function to record audio files in your Notebook PC. Game This function lets you play games using the webcam. Notebook PC E-Manual 67
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    mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    On. NOTE: Deep S3 is a technology that lets you save more battery power while your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode. IMPORTANT! The standby time varies according to your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, configuration, and operating conditions. Performance mode This mode
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    your Notebook PC. To access ASUS VivoBook Instant Functions: Tap or on the Start screen. Press . ASUS Vivobook home page close button Instant Functions Tap these buttons to scroll left or right. Tap this to launch Desktop mode. Tap this to launch the power options. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Instant Functions System Settings This allows you to quickly access the Personal, Hardware, Network, and System settings of your Notebook PC. To access these settings: 1. Launch the ASUS VivoBook home page. 2. Tap System Settings on your ASUS VivoBook home page. Notebook PC E-Manual 71
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    system time and date of your Notebook PC. My Computer This app launches the Computer system folder which shows you an overview of the available storage systems in your Notebook PC. Launch My Computer by tapping on the app, as shown below, on the ASUS VivoBook home page. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    on the ASUS VivoBook home page. 2. In the AudioWizard window, tap the sound mode you want to activate. NOTE: Tap OFF if you want to deactivate any of the sound modes you previously saved. 3. Tap done to save the selected sound mode and exit the AudioWizard window. Notebook PC E-Manual 73
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    , refer to the Power4Gear Hybrid section in this manual. Move this switch to the left or right to turn the Battery Saving mode off or on. battery charge status Tutorial Launch the ASUS Tutorial and ASUS Smart Gesture videos by tapping on the icons inside the Tutorial app. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    your Notebook PC from the ASUS VivoBook home page. Splendid Tap this app to launch the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology window and switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Notebook PC E-Manual 75
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    the wireless functions of your Notebook PC. Tap this to toggle between locking and unlocking your Notebook PC's touchpad. Slide to the left or right to adjust your Notebook PC's volume level. Slide to the left or right to adjust your Notebook PC's display brightness. 76 Notebook PC E-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. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Boot Launch CSM [Disabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option VVeerrssiioonn 22..1145..11221296.. CCooppyyrriigghhtt ((CC)) 22001112 AAmmeerriiccaann MMeeggaattrreennddss,, IInncc.. Notebook PC E-Manual 79
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    If 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 input this a password then press . 3. Re-type to confirm the password then press . 80 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    you 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 Interface 2. Select an interface you would like to lock then press . 3. Select Lock. Notebook PC E-Manual 81
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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. 82 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 83
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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 during POST. 5. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . 84 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 85
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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. or 4. In the Refresh your PC . IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before refreshing your system. 86 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 Reset your PC. or 4. In the Reset your PC Reset. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before resetting your system. Notebook PC E-Manual 87
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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. or 88 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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. Notebook PC E-Manual 89
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    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 retailers of this
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    C. Align and insert the RAM module into the RAM module slot. D. Push down the RAM module until it clicks in place RAM module E. Slide the compartment cover back in place. F. Reattach and tighten the screws that you removed earlier. Notebook PC E-Manual 93
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    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 94 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. IMPORTANT! Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on HDD upgrades for your Notebook PC. Purchase an HDD from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and
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    C. Remove the screws securing the HDD bay to the compartment. D. Pull the HDD bay to the left to disconnect the current HDD from the Notebook PC, then remove the HDD bay from the compartment. HDD bay E. Turn the HDD bay upside down, as shown in the illustration below, then remove the
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    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 97
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    I. Place the HDD bay back in the compartment then push it to the right to connect the new HDD to your Notebook PC. J. Reattach and tighten the screws that you removed earlier. HDD bay K. Slide the compartment cover back in place. L. Reattach and tighten the screws that you
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    and reliability. NOTE: The following steps are also applicable for removing and 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 lock to the unlocked position. B. Move and hold the spring
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    D. Move the manual battery lock to the unlocked position. E. Align and insert the new battery pack into the Notebook PC's battery slot. F. Move the manual battery lock back to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 100 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user. 102 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    , South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam Region 4 Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, South America Region 5 CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea Region 6 China Notebook PC E-Manual 103
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    ; China and Mongolia. NOTE: Refer to Blu-ray Disc website at www.blu-raydisc.com/en/ Technical/FAQs/Blu-rayDiscforVideo.aspx for more details. 104 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Overview equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, " Notebook PC E-Manual 105
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    in which the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. 106 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 107
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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, there measures: 108 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) Notebook PC E-Manual 109
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    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/ spectrum as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] 110 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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
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    not permitted. In the departments listed below, for the entire 2.4 GHz band: • Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW • Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW 112 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.arcep.fr) NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. Notebook PC E-Manual 113
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    energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction. • Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not
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    to the manufacturer's 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) Notebook PC E-Manual 115
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    instructions du fabricant. (French) ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Russian) 116 Notebook PC
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    . 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 prohibited. Notebook PC E-Manual 117
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    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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. Notebook PC E-Manual 119
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    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 the device except on the areas where the I/O ports are located. 120 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    . 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 Regional notice for United States of America Notebook PC E-Manual 121
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    , TAIWAN R.O.C. TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Notebook PC Model name : K56C, A56C, S56C, R505C, S505C, S50C, U58C, S550C, V550C, R550C, P56C, PRO5TC, . 19, 2012 Year to begin affixing CE marking:2012 Signature 122 Notebook PC E-Manual
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