ASUS K55A-BI5093B, R500NRH81, G55VW-DS71, R500VD-RH71, K55N-DS81 User Manual
...
Notebook PC
User Guide for Windows® 8
E7495
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
2
Copyright Information
No part of this manual, including the products and software
described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored
in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form
or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser
for backup purposes, without the express written permission of
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY
KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL
ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF
BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND
THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS
MANUAL OR PRODUCT.
Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or
may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective
companies, and are used only for identication or explanation and
to the owners’ benet, without intent to infringe.
SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL
ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT
TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT
BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES
THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS
AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.
Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 2 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
3
Limitation of Liability
Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part
or other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS.
In each such instance, regardless of the basis on which you are
entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is liable for no more
than damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real
property and tangible personal property; or any other actual and
direct damages resulted from omission or failure of performing legal
duties under this Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price
of each product.
ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages
or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty
Statement.
This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the
maximum for which ASUS, its suppliers, and your reseller are
collectively responsible.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE
FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES;
(2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; OR (3)
SPECIAL, 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
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 3 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
4
Contents
About this user guide ....................................................................................... 5
Icons ............................................................................................................... 5
Messages .............................................................................................................5
Typography ......................................................................................................... 5
Before upgrading to Windows® 8 ................................................................. 6
Using Windows® 8 for the first time ............................................................. 7
Starting up Windows® 8 ................................................................................... 8
Windows® UI ......................................................................................................... 9
Start screen ......................................................................................................... 9
Windows® apps ................................................................................................. 9
Hotspots.............................................................................................................10
Working with Windows® apps ......................................................................12
Launching apps ...............................................................................................12
Closing apps .....................................................................................................12
Customizing apps on the Start Screen ...................................................12
Accessing All Apps .........................................................................................13
Charm bar ..........................................................................................................15
Inside the Charm bar .....................................................................................16
Snap feature .....................................................................................................17
Wi-Fi connection ..............................................................................................18
Disabling Airplane mode .............................................................................18
Enabling Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................18
Function keys .....................................................................................................20
Function keys for ASUS Apps .....................................................................21
Featured ASUS Apps .......................................................................................22
LifeFrame ...........................................................................................................22
Power4Gear Hybrid ........................................................................................24
USB Charger+ ...................................................................................................26
Instant On ..........................................................................................................28
Remove everything and reinstall Windows ............................................29
Shutting down your Notebook PC .............................................................30
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 4 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
5
About this user guide
This user guide provides an overview of using Windows® 8 plus the
exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook
PC.
As you read along, you will nd certain icons, messages, and
typography used as follows:
Icons
The icons below indicate which device can be used for completing a
series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC.
= Use the touchpad.
= Use the keyboard.
Messages
To highlight key information in this user guide, messages 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 certain
tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC's data and
components.
Typography
Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates the keys you should press on the keyboard.
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 5 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM
6
NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http://
www.windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/faq
Before upgrading to Windows® 8
To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating
system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to
Windows® 8:
Processor
1GHz or faster
RAM
1GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit)
Hard disk space
16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)
Graphics card
Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with
WDDM driver
Screen resolution
1024 x 768 for Windows® apps
1366 x 768 for Snap feature
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 6 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM
7
Using Windows® 8 for the rst time
After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to
a series of steps where you can customize your account settings and
set user preferences for your Notebook PC.
The setup process consists of the following:
Step 1: Pick the language
Step 2: License Agreement
Step 3: Personalize
Step 4: Wireless
NOTE: This step allows you to connect to the internet during the
setup process. If you do so, you can enable both of these sign in
options for your Notebook PC: Using your Microsoft account
and Using a local account. If you choose to Connect to a
wireless network later, you will only be prompted to create a
local account during the setup process.
Step 5: Settings
Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC
NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in using your local
account or Microsoft account depending on the settings you
customized in Step 4.
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 7 8/13/12 2:47:53 PM
8
Starting up Windows® 8
To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode,
refer to the following steps:
1. Press the power button on your Notebook PC .
2. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook
PC boots up. Click on the touchpad or press any key on the
keyboard to proceed.
3. Sign in using your local account or Microsoft account.
4. The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have
successfully signed in to Windows® 8.
NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your
Notebook PC.
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM
9
Windows® apps
This group of applications can be customized to provide a one-stop
hub for work and play on your Notebook PC. Each of them represent
a specic function that you can use and share through network
connections.
IMPORTANT! A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher
is required to run Windows® apps.
NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account
before they are fully launched.
Windows® UI
Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows
you to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start
Screen. It also includes the following features that you can use while
working on your Notebook PC.
Start screen
The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user
account. It helps organize all the programs and applications you
need in just one place.
User account
Zoom in/out button
for live tiles
live tiles
e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 9 8/13/12 2:47:55 PM
Loading...