ASUS D550CA-BH2 User Manual

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Notebook PC

E-Manual

15.6”: X551 Series

14.0”: X451 Series

E8290

First Edition

May 2013

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Table of Contents
About this manual.....................................................................................................	7
Conventions used in this manual..............................................................................	8
Icons.....................................................................................................................................	8
Typography.......................................................................................................................	8
Safety precautions.....................................................................................................	9
Using your Notebook PC..............................................................................................	9
Caring for your Notebook PC......................................................................................	10
Proper disposal................................................................................................................	11
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your Notebook PC....................................................................	14
Top View.............................................................................................................................	14
Bottom................................................................................................................................	19
Right Side...........................................................................................................................	20
Left Side..............................................................................................................................	21
Front Side...........................................................................................................................	23
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
Getting started............................................................................................................	26
Charge your Notebook PC............................................................................................	26
Lift to open the display panel.....................................................................................	28
Press the power button.................................................................................................	28
Gestures for the touchpad......................................................................................	29
Using the keyboard...................................................................................................	36
Function keys....................................................................................................................	36
Function keys for ASUS Apps......................................................................................	37
Windows®8 keys..............................................................................................................	38
Multimedia control keys*.............................................................................................	38
Numeric keypad*............................................................................................................	39
Using the optical drive.............................................................................................	40

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Chapter 3:Working with Windows® 8
Starting for the first time.........................................................................................	44
Windows® 8 lock screen............................................................................................	44
Windows® UI.................................................................................................................	45
Start screen........................................................................................................................	45
Windows® Apps...............................................................................................................	45
Hotspots.............................................................................................................................	46
Working with Windows® apps................................................................................	49
Launching apps...............................................................................................................	49
Customizing apps...........................................................................................................	49
Closing apps......................................................................................................................	50
Accessing the Apps screen..........................................................................................	51
Charms bar........................................................................................................................	53
Snap feature......................................................................................................................	55
Other keyboard shortcuts.......................................................................................	57
Connecting to wireless networks.........................................................................	59
Wi-Fi.....................................................................................................................................	59
Bluetooth ..........................................................................................................................	61
Airplane mode..................................................................................................................	63
Connecting to wired networks..............................................................................	64
Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection.....................................	64
Configuring a static IP network connection..........................................................	66
Turning your Notebook PC off...............................................................................	67
Putting your Notebook PC to sleep..........................................................................	67
Chapter 4: ASUS apps
Featured ASUS Apps.................................................................................................	70
LifeFrame............................................................................................................................	70
Power4Gear Hybrid........................................................................................................	72
Instant On..........................................................................................................................	74

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Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST)
The Power-on Self Test (POST)...............................................................................	76
Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot......................................................	76
BIOS.................................................................................................................................	76
Accessing BIOS.................................................................................................................	76
BIOS Settings....................................................................................................................	77
Troubleshoot................................................................................................................	87
Refresh your PC................................................................................................................	87
Reset your PC....................................................................................................................	88
Advanced options...........................................................................................................	89
Appendices
DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models)............................................	92
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models).......................................	94
Internal Modem Compliancy......................................................................................	94
Overview............................................................................................................................	95
Network Compatibility Declaration..........................................................................	95
Non-Voice Equipment ..................................................................................................	95
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement....................	97
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement..................................	98
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)..................................	99
CE Marking.........................................................................................................................	99
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada.......................................................	100
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio ....	101
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains...........................................	102
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands........................................................	102
UL Safety Notices.............................................................................................................	104
Power Safety Requirement..........................................................................................	105
TV Notices..........................................................................................................................	105
REACH..................................................................................................................................	105

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Macrovision Corporation Product Notice...............................................................	105
Prevention of Hearing Loss..........................................................................................	105
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)...........................................	106
Optical Drive Safety Information...............................................................................	107
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)...............................	108
ENERGY STAR complied product...............................................................................	110
European Union Eco-label...........................................................................................	110
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration...................	111
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services..........................................................................	111
Regional notice for Singapore....................................................................................	111

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About this manual

This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters:

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC.

Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

This chapter shows you 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’s Windows® 8 operating system.

Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST)

This chapter shows you how to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC.

Appendices

This section includes notices and safety statements for your

Notebook PC.

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Conventions used in this manual

To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows:

IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task.

NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.

WARNING! This message contains important information 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 completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC.

= Use the touchpad.

= Use the keyboard.

Typography

Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.

Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.

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Safety precautions

Using your Notebook PC

This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).

Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating.

Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any part of your body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.

Do not use damaged 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 that can reduce air circulation.

Do not place your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces.

You can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands.

Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using your Notebook PC in-flight.

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Caring for your Notebook PC

Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC using a dry cloth.

Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near your Notebook PC.

Do not place objects 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.

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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 the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button 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.

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Chapter 1:

Hardware Setup

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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.

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Microphone

The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording.

Camera indicator

The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use.

Camera

The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC.

Display panel

This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC.

Power button

Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or off. You can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode.

In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down.

Numeric keypad*

The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as pointer direction keys.

NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad* section in this manual.

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Keyboard

The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions.

NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory.

Touchpad

The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of a regular mouse.

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 Notebook PC is in sleep mode.

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Two-color battery charge indicator

The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. Refer to the following table for details.

Color	Status
Solid Green	The Notebook PC is plugged to
	a power source and the battery
	power is between 95% and
	100%.
Solid Orange	The 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 PC is running on
	battery mode and the battery
	power is between 10% to 100%.

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Drive activity indicator

This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives.

Bluetooth / Wireless indicator

This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC’s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled.

Number lock indicator*

This indicator lights up when the number lock function is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on your keyboard for numeric input.

Capital lock indicator

This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC’s keyboard.

* on selected models only

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Bottom

NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.

WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm 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.

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.

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Right Side

Optical drive

Your Notebook PC’s optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs.

Optical disc drive eject button

Press this button to eject the optical drive tray.

Optical disc drive manual eject hole

The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not work.

WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work.

NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section in this manual.

Kensington® security slot

The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products.

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Left Side

Power (DC) input port

Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook 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.

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.

LAN port

Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area network.

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VGA port

This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an external display.

HDMI port

This port is for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback.

USB 2.0 port

This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.

USB 3.0 port

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to USB 2.0.

Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port

This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone.

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Front Side

NOTE: The front side may vary in appearance depending on model.

Status indicators

The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC.

Memory card reader

This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats.

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Chapter 2:

Using your Notebook PC

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Getting started

Charge your Notebook PC.

A.Plug the AC power adapter 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 a grounded power adapter before turning it on for the first time.

•When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be near to the unit and easily accessible.

•Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC

models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU.

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NOTE:

Power adapter information:

•Input voltage: 100-240Vac

•Input frequency: 50-60Hz

•Rating output current: 2.37A (45W)

•Rating output voltage: 19V

WARNING!

Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC’s battery.

•Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device.

•The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled.

•Follow the warning labels for your personal safety.

•Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

•Do not dispose of in fire.

•Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC’s battery.

•Never attempt to dissamble and reassemble the battery.

•Discontinue usage if leakage is found.

•The battery and its components must be recycled or disposed of properly.

•Keep the battery and other small components away from children.

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Lift to open the display panel.

Press the power button.

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Gestures for the touchpad

Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Notebook PC. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touchpad.

Moving 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

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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 the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad.

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