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    Notebook PC E-Manual
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    the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com  Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 (on selected models 37 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 40 Windows® 8 lock screen 40 Notebook PC E-Manual 
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    64 Turning your Notebook PC off 65 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 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
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    Information 113 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 113 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 114 ENERGY STAR complied product 115 European and Declaration 117 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 117 Coating Notice 117 Regional notice for Singapore 117 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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    Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. 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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    , 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
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    . NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the 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
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    Solid Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source Notebook PC is plugged to a 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
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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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    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 battery pack secured. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Air vents
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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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    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. VGA port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external display. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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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    , 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 battery pack
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    SKU. • When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be near to the unit and easily accessible. • Power adapter information: - Input voltage: 100-240Vac - Input frequency: 50-60Hz - Rating output current: 3.42A (65W) - Rating output voltage: 19V Notebook PC E-Manual 25
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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 Spread 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 the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off
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    modes: 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
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    audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC. Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC, illustrated as below. Stop Skip 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
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    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
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    Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Notebook PC E-Manual 39
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    the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in conifguring the basic settings of your Windows® 8 operating system. To start your Notebook PC for the first time: 1. Press the power button on your Notebook PC. Wait for a few minutes until the
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    the 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 in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. Notebook PC E-Manual 41
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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 42 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 43
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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. 44 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 45
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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 . 46 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 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
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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. 48 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 image 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.
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    allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Share This tool allows you to share applications via social networking 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
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    's screen 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
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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 . 52 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 the Share pane Opens the Settings pane Opens the Devices pane Activates the
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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 54 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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    network 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
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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. 58 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 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 59
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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. 60 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 61
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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. 62 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 63
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    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. 64
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    your Notebook PC 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
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    Chapter 4: ASUS apps Notebook PC E-Manual 67
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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 68 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
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    power saving modes in Power4Gear. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid 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
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    your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode. IMPORTANT! The standby time varies according to your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, to last for up to thirty (30) days or more. When enabled, the Notebook PC returns to its last working state in as fast as seven seconds, four hours
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    Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook service personnel. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. 74 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 75
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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 in a password then press . 3. Re-type to confirm the password then press . 76 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 77
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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. 78 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 79
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    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
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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 81
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    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 Refresh your . IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before refreshing your system. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    this during POST: 1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. 2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. 3. Tap Reset your PC. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before resetting your system. Notebook PC E-Manual 83
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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 84 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 85
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    Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual 87
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    etc.) before removing the compartment cover. IMPORTANT! Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on RAM module upgrades for your Notebook PC. Purchase RAM modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. NOTE: The appearance
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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 89
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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 90 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    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 reliability. NOTE: The appearance of
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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
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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 93
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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
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    : 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 battery lock to an
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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. 96 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Appendices Notebook PC E-Manual 97
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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. 98 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 99
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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. 100 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 101
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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. 102 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 103
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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: 104 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 105
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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] 106 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Operation is subject to operation of the device. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to
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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 108 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 109
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    chemical reaction. • Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers. 110 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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 111
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    é par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French) ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Russian) 112 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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 113
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    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese 114 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity. To wake your computer, click supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. Notebook PC E-Manual 115
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    European Union Eco-label This Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the following characteristics: 1. Decreased energy of Hearing Loss To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. 116 Notebook PC E-Manual
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    Material Declarations EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS Swiss Energy Laws ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to notice for Singapore Complies with This ASUS product complies with IDA Standards. IDA Standards DB103778 Notebook PC E-Manual 117
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    112, 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 118 Notebook PC E-Manual
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