Notebook PC
E-Manual
E7483
August 2012
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Table of Contents
About this manual ............................................................................................. 6
Conventions used in this manual ............................................................... 7
Icons ............................................................................................................... 7
Typography ......................................................................................................... 7
Safety precautions ............................................................................................. 8
Using your Notebook PC................................................................................8
Caring for your Notebook PC ....................................................................... 9
Airplane mode .................................................................................................10
Proper disposal ................................................................................................10
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your Notebook PC ..........................................................12
Top View .............................................................................................................12
Bottom .............................................................................................................16
Right Side ..........................................................................................................18
Left Side .............................................................................................................20
Front View..........................................................................................................22
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
Getting started ..................................................................................................24
Install the battery pack. ................................................................................24
Charge your Notebook PC. ..........................................................................25
Lift to open the display panel. ...................................................................26
Press the power button. ...............................................................................26
The Power-on Self Test (POST) ....................................................................27
BIOS ...................................................................................................................27
Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................27
BIOS Settings ....................................................................................................28
Gestures for the touchpad ............................................................................35
Moving the pointer ........................................................................................35
One-nger gestures .......................................................................................36
Two-nger gestures .......................................................................................38
Three-nger gestures ....................................................................................39
Using the keyboard .........................................................................................40
Function keys ...................................................................................................40
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Function keys for ASUS Apps .....................................................................41
Windows®8 keys ..............................................................................................41
Multimedia control keys .............................................................................42
Numeric keypad (on selected models) ...................................................42
Using the optical drive (on selected models) ........................................43
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
Starting for the first time ...............................................................................46
Windows® 8 lock screen .................................................................................. 46
Metro style UI .....................................................................................................47
Metro Start screen ..........................................................................................47
Metro Style App ..............................................................................................47
Hotspots.............................................................................................................48
Working with Metro Style apps ...................................................................50
Launching apps ...............................................................................................50
Customizing apps ...........................................................................................50
Closing apps .....................................................................................................51
Accessing the Apps screen ..........................................................................52
Charm bar ..........................................................................................................54
Snap feature .....................................................................................................56
Other keyboard shortcuts .............................................................................58
Wi-Fi connection ..............................................................................................59
Enabling Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................59
Bluetooth connection.....................................................................................61
Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices ....................................61
Airplane mode ...................................................................................................63
Turning Airplane mode on ..........................................................................63
Turning Airplane mode o ..........................................................................63
Remove everything and reinstall Windows ............................................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
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USB Charger+ ...................................................................................................71
Instant On ..........................................................................................................73
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC
Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module ..........................76
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) .......................................................78
Replacing the battery pack ...........................................................................80
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting your Notebook PC
Appendices
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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 dierent parts of your
Notebook PC, including the BIOS.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your
Notebook PC.
Chapter 4: ASUS Apps
This chapter features the ASUS apps included with your
Notebook PC.
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC
This chapter guides you through the process of replacing and
upgrading parts of your Notebook PC.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting your Notebook PC
This chapter includes common problems and solutions for 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 yo u 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 connected to the power
source once it is fully charged. Some electronic devices
are not designed to be left connected to the power
source for extended periods of time.
Incorrect installation of battery may cause explosion and
damage your Notebook PC.
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.
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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 elds.
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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Airplane mode
You can send your Notebook PC through airport 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 inight
services that can be used and restrictions that must be
followed when using your Notebook PC in-ight.
Proper disposal
Do not throw the battery into re to avoid explosion.
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 mercury-containing button cell
battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check
local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
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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
The built-in camera allows you take pictures or record videos
using your Notebook PC.
Camera indicator
The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in
use.
Display panel
This high-denition display panel provides excellent viewing
features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les on your
Notebook PC.
Power button
Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or o.
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 (on selected models)
A numeric keypad is available on selected Notebook PC
models.
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 diers by model or territory.
• Some selected models come with a backlit keyboard.
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.
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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 table below for
details:
Color Status
Solid Green Battery power is between 95% and
100%
Solid Orange Battery power is less than 95%
Blinking Orange Battery power is less than 10%
Lights o Battery power is more than 10%
and below 100%
Drive activity indicator
This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is
accessing the internal storage drives.
Bluetooth / Wireless indicator (on selected models)
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.
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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 very 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 specications
for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
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Spring battery lock
The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in
place once it is inserted into the battery slot.
IMPORTANT! This lock should be 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 battery pack
secured. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or
unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack.
Hard disk drive compartment
This compartment is a reserved space for the hard disk drive of
your Notebook PC.
Random-access memory module (RAM) compartment
The RAM compartment allows you to add RAM memory
modules to increase the memory capacity of your Notebook
PC.
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Right Side
Headphone output jack port
The headphone output jack port allows you to connect your
Notebook PC to amplied speakers or headphones.
Microphone input jack port
The microphone input jack port is used to connect your
Notebook PC to an external microphone.
USB 2.0 port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or
USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, ash disk
drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.
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Optical drive (on selected models)
Your Notebook PC’s optical drive may support several disc
formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
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Optical disc drive eject button
Press this button to eject the optical drive tray.
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.
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 an power source.
IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge
the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
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Left Side
Kensington® lock port
The Kensington® lock port allows you to secure your Notebook
PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security
products.
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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VGA port
This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an
external display.
HDMI port
This port is for a High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and
other protected content playback.
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LAN port
Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area
network (LAN).
USB 3.0 ports
These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports are backward
compatible to USB 2.0 and USB 1.0 devices such as keyboards,
pointing devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers,
cameras and printers. These ports have a transfer speed of up
to 5 Gbit/s.
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Front View
Memory card reader
This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot
that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats.
Status indicators
The status indicators help identify the current hardware status
of your Notebook PC.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Top View section in this
manual.
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Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
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Getting started
NOTE: If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed,
use the following procedures for installation.
Install the battery pack.
Move the manual battery lock to the unlocked position.
Align and insert the battery pack into the Notebook PC’s
battery slot.
Move the manual battery lock back to the locked position after
inserting the battery pack.
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Charge your Notebook PC.
Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
Plug the AC power cord into a 100V~240V power source.
Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s
power (DC) input port.
Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in
battery mode for the rst time.
IMPORTANT!
• Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter
before turning it on for the rst time.
• Use only the power adapter bundled with your Notebook PC.
• Power adapter information:
• Input voltage: 100-240Vac
• Input frequency: 50-60Hz
• Rating output current: 3.42A (65W)
• Rating output voltage: 19Vdc
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Lift to open the display panel.
Press the power button.
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The Power-on Self Test (POST)
When you turn on the Notebook PC, it runs through a series of
software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-on Self Test
(POST).
The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part
of the Notebook PC’s architecture. If the POST discovers a dierence
between the record and the existing hardware, it will display a
message on the screen prompting you to correct the conict by
running BIOS Setup.
BIOS
The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware
settings that are needed for system startup in the Notebook PC.
The default BIOS settings apply to most conditions of your Notebook
PC. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following
circumstances:
• An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and
requests you to run the BIOS Setup.
• You have installed a new system component that requires
further BIOS settings or updates.
WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may result to system
instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change
the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel.
Accessing BIOS
Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST.
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BIOS Settings
NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The
actual screens may dier by model and territory.
Boot
This menu allows you to set your boot option priorities. You may
refer to the following procedures when setting your boot priority.
1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.
Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit
Fast Boot [Enabled]
Skip USB [Disabled]
Launch CSM [Disabled]
Boot Option Priorities
Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager
(PO: Hitachi
HTS547575A9E384)]
Add New Boot Option
Delete Boot Option
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Sets the system boot
order
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select
+/— : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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2. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Set s the syst em bo ot
order
→←
: Select Item
Windows Boot Manager(PO: Hitachi HTS547575A9E384)
Disabled
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Boot Option #1
↑↓
Enter: Select
+/— : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit
Fast Boot [Enabled]
Skip USB [Disabled]
Launch CSM [Disabled]
Boot Option Priorities
Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager
(PO: Hitachi
HTS547575A9E384)]
Add New Boot Option
Delete Boot Option
: Select Screen
Security
This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password
of your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control access to your
Notebook PC’s hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB
interface.
NOTE:
• 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 before entering BIOS.
Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit
Password Description
If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set,then this
only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when
entering Setup. If ONLY the user’s password is set,
then this is a power on password and must be entered
to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will have
Administrator rights.
Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED
User Password Status NOT INSTALLED
Administrator Password
User Password
HDD User Pwd Status : NOT INSTALLED
Set Master Password
Set User Password
I/O Interface Security
System Mode state User
Secure Boot state Enabled
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Set Setup Administrator
Password.
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select
+/— : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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To set the password:
1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or
User Password.
2. Type in a password then press .
3. Re-type to conrm the password then press .
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To clear the password:
1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or
User Password.
2. Type in the current password then press .
3. Leave the Create New Password eld blank then press
.
4. Select Yes in the conrmation box then press .
I/O Interface Security
In the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to
lock or unlock some interface functions of your Notebook PC.
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Security
I/O Interface Security
LAN and Network Interface [UNLOCKED]
Wireless Network Interface [UNLOCKED]
HD AUDIO Interface [UNLOCKED]
SATA ODD Interface [UNLOCKED]
USB Interface Security
LAN Network Interface
UNLOCKED
LOCKED
If Locked, LAN controller
will be disabled.
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select
+/— : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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To lock an interface:
1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security.
2. Select an interface you would like to lock then press
.
3. Select LOCKED.
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USB Interface Security
Through the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access
USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices.
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Security
USB Interface Security
USB Interface [UNLOCKED]
External Ports [UNLOCKED]
Bluetooth [UNLOCKED]
CMOS Camera [UNLOCKED]
Card Reader [UNLOCKED]
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UNLOCKED
LOCKED
USB Interface
If LOCKED, all USB
devices will
be disabled
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select
+/— : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
To lock the USB interface:
1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB
Interface Security.
2. Select an interface that you would like to lock then select
LOCKED.
NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to LOCKED also locks and hides
the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface
Security.
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Set Master Password
In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set
up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit
Password Description
If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set,then this only
limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering
Setup. If ONLY the user’s password is set, then this is
a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter
Setup. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights.
Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED
User Password Status NOT INSTALLED
Administrator Password
User Password
HDD User Pwd Status : NOT INSTALLED
Set Master Password
Set User Password
I/O Interface Security
System Mode state User
Secure Boot state Enabled
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Set Setup Administrator
Password.
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select
+/— : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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To set the HDD password:
1. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password.
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2. Type in a password then press .
3. Re-type to conrm the password then press .
4. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to
set up the user password.
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Save & Exit
To keep your conguration settings, select Save Changes and Exit
before exiting the BIOS.
Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit
Save Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Save Options
Save Changes
Discard Changes
Restore Defaults
Boot Override
Windows Boot Manager (PO: Hitachi HTS547575A9E384)
Launch EFI Shell from lesystem device
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Exit system setup after
saving the changes.
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select
+/— : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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To update the BIOS:
1. Verify the Notebook PC’s exact model then download the latest
BIOS le for your model from the ASUS website.
2. Connect your ash disk drive to the Notebook PC and turn on
your Notebook PC.
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3. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then
press .
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit
Start Easy Flash
Internal Pointing Device [Enabled]
Wake on Lid Open [Enabled]
Power off Energy Saving [Enabled]
Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled]
Graphics Conguration
SATA Conguration
Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation
USB Conguration
Network Stack
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Press Enter to run the
uti li ty to s ele ct and
update BIOS.
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select
+/— : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
4. Locate the latest BIOS le then start updating the BIOS.
ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility
FLASH TYPE: W25Q64BV
Current BIOS
Platform: Q500A
Version: 202
Build Date: Jul 16 2012
Build Time: 14:53:46
FSO
FS1
FS2
FS3
FS4
0 EFI <DIR>
New BIOS
Platform: Unknown
Version: Unknown
Build Date: Unknown
Build Time: Unknown
[
←→]:
Switch [
Choose [q]: Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute
↑↓]:
5. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Defaults to
restore the system to its default settings.
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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 nger on the touchpad to move the pointer
onscreen.
Slide horizontally
Slide vertically
Slide diagonally
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One-nger gestures
Tap/Double tap
• In the Metro Start screen, tap an app to launch it.
• In Desktop mode, double-tap an item to launch it.
Left-click Right-click
• In the Metro Start screen,
click an app to launch it.
• In Desktop mode, doubleclick an item to launch it.
NOTE: The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the
left mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad.
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• In the Metro Start screen,
click an app to select it and
launch the settings bar. You
can also press this button to
launch the All Apps bar.
• In Desktop mode, use this
button to open the rightclick menu.
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Drag and drop
Double-tap an item, then slide the same nger without lifting it o
the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your nger
from the touchpad.
Top edge swipe
• In the Metro Start screen, swipe from the top edge to launch the
All Apps bar.
• In a running app, swipe from the top edge to view its menu.
Left edge swipe Right edge swipe
Swipe from the left edge to launch
the running apps.
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Swipe the right edge to launch
the Charm bar.
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Two-nger gestures
Tap Rotate
Tap two ngers on the touchpad
to simulate the right-click
function.
To rotate an image, place two
ngers on the touchpad then
turn one nger clockwise or
counterclockwise while the other
stays still.
Two-nger scroll (up/down) Two-nger scroll (left/right)
Slide two ngers to scroll up or
down.
Slide two ngers to scroll left or
right.
Zoom out Zoom in
Bring together your two ngers
on the touchpad.
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Spread apart your two ngers on
the touchpad.
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Drag and drop
Select an item then press and hold the left mouse button. Using your
other nger, slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a
new location.
Three-nger gestures
Swipe up Swipe down
Swipe three ngers upward to
show all running applications.
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Swipe three ngers downward to
show the Desktop mode.
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Using the keyboard
Function keys
The function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger
actions inside the Metro Start screen and desktop mode of Windows®.
Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode
Turns Airplane mode on or o
NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables
all wireless connectivity.
(on selected models) Decreases keyboard
brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit
keyboard
(on selected models) Increases keyboard
brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit
keyboard
Decreases display brightness
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Increases display brightness
Turns the display panel o
Activates the second screen
NOTE: Ensure that the second screen is connected
to your Notebook PC.
Enables or disables the touchpad
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Turns the speaker on or o
Turns the speaker volume down
Turns the speaker volume up
Function keys for ASUS Apps
Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that
can be used to launch ASUS apps.
Toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement
Technology app to switch between these display
color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction,
Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Prole,
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 Metro Start screen. If you
are already in the Metro Start screen, press this key to go
back to the last app you opened.
Press this key to simulate the right-click functions.
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Multimedia control keys
The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia les,
such as 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 to
previous
track or
rewind
Play or
pause
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 direction keys.
Press to
toggle between using the
keypad as number keys or as
pointer direction keys.
Skip to
next track
or fast
forward
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Using the optical drive (on selected models)
NOTE: The actual location of the electronic eject button may vary
depending on your Notebook PC model.
Inserting an optical disc
1. While the Notebook PC is on,
press the drive’s eject button
to partially eject the drive’s
tray.
2. Gently pull out the drive tray.
IMPORTANT! Be careful not
to touch the optical drive lens.
Ensure that there are no objects
that may get jammed under the
drive tray.
3. Hold the disc by the edge,
with its printed side up, then
gently place it inside the hub.
4. Push down the disc’s plastic
hub until it snaps onto the
optical drive hub.
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5. Push the drive tray gently to
close the optical drive.
NOTE: While data is being
read, it is normal to hear some
spinning and vibrating in the
optical drive.
Manual eject hole
The manual eject hole is located on the optical drive door and is
used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject button
does not work.
To manually eject the optical drive tray, insert a straightened paper
clip into the manual eject hole until the drive tray opens.
WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject
button does not work.
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Starting for the rst time
When you start your computer for the rst 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 rst time:
1. Press the power button on your Notebook PC. Wait for a few
minutes until the setup screen appears.
2. 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 congure the following
basic items:
• Keep your PC secure
• Personalize
• Wireless
• Settings
• Sign in to your PC
5. Once you are done conguring the basic items, a Windows®
8 tutorial appears. Watch this to learn more about Windows®8
functionalities.
6. The Metro Start screen appears after successfully signing in to
your user account.
Windows® 8 lock screen
The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC
enters the Windows®8 operating system. To proceed, tap on the lock
screen or press any key on your Notebook PC's keyboard.
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Metro style UI
The Metro style user interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in
Windows® 8. It includes the following features you can use while
working on your Notebook PC.
Metro Start screen
The Metro Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your
user account. It helps organize all the applications you need in just
one place.
Metro style apps
User account
Zoom in/out
button for apps
Metro Style App
These are apps pinned on the Metro Start screen and displayed on
tiled-format for easy access.
NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before
they are fully launched.
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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 Metro Start screen
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Hotspot Action
upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then tap on the
recent app’s thumbnail to revert back to that
running app.
If you launched more than one app, slide
down to show all running apps.
lower left corner From a running app screen:
Hover your mouse pointer then tap on the
Metro Start screen’s thumbnail to go back to
the Metro Start screen.
NOTE: You can also press the Windows key
on your keyboard to go back to the
Metro Start screen.
From the Metro Start screen:
Hover your mouse pointer then tap on the
running app’s thumbnail to go back to that
app.
top side Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to
a hand icon. Drag then drop the app to a new
location.
NOTE: This hotspot function only works on
a running app or when you want to use the
Snap feature. For more details, refer to the
Snap feature under the Working with Metro
Apps section in this manual.
upper and lower
right corner
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Hover your mouse pointer to launch the
Charm bar.
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Working with Metro Style apps
Use your Notebook PC’s touchpad or keyboard to launch and
customize your apps.
Launching apps
Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or
tap once to launch it.
Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse
through the apps. Press to launch the app you
chose.
Customizing apps
You can move, resize, or unpin apps from the Metro Start screen
using the following steps.
Moving apps
To move an app, double-tap on the app then drag and
drop to a new location.
Resizing apps
Unpinning apps
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Right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then tap
.
To unpin an app from the Metro Start screen, right-click on
the app to activate its settings then tap .
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Closing apps
1. Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the
2. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the
From the running app’s screen, press .
launched app then wait for the pointer to change
to a hand icon.
screen to close it.
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Accessing the Apps screen
Aside from the apps already pinned on your Metro Start screen, you
can also open other applications through the Apps screen.
Horizontal scroll bar
Launching the Apps screen
Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touchpad, or
keyboard.
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Swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar.
From the Metro Start screen, press to select
the All Apps icon then press .
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Pinning more apps on the Metro Start screen
You can pin more apps on the Metro Start screen using your
touchpad.
1. Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to
pin on the Metro Start screen.
2. Right-click on the app to activate its settings.
3. Click on the icon.
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Charm bar
The Charm bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side
of your screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to share
applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of
your Notebook PC.
Charm Bar
Launching the Charm bar
NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of
white icons. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like
once activated.
Use your Notebook PC’s touchpad or keyboard to launch the Charm
bar.
Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right
corner of the screen.
Press
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Inside the Charm bar
Search
This tool allows you to look for les, applications, or
programs in your Notebook PC.
Share
This tool allows you to share applications via social
networking sites or email.
Start
This tool reverts the display back to the Metro Start
screen. From the Metro Start screen, you can also use this
to revert back to a recently opened app.
Devices
This tool allows you to access and share les 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.
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Snap feature
The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to
work or switch between apps.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC’s screen resolution is set
to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature.
Snap bar
Using Snap
Perform the following steps to activate Snap using your Notebook
PC’s touchpad or keyboard.
1. Launch the app you wish to snap.
2. Hover the mouse point on the top side of your
screen.
3. Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag then
drop the app to the left or right side of the display
panel.
4. Launch another app.
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1. Launch an app then
2. Press .
3. To switch between apps, press .
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Other keyboard shortcuts
Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help
you launch applications and navigate Windows®8.
\
Switches between the Metro Start screen and the
last running app
Launches the desktop
Launches the Computer window on Desktop
mode
Opens the File search pane
Opens the Share pane
Opens the Settings pane
Opens the Devices pane
Activates the Lock screen
Minimizes the Internet Explorer window
Opens the Second screen pane
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Opens the Apps search pane
Opens the Run window
Opens Ease of Access Center
Opens the Settings search pane
Opens a menu box of Windows tools
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Launches the magnier icon and zooms in your
screen
Zooms out your screen
Opens the Narrator Settings
Enables the print screen function
Wi-Fi connection
Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social
networking sites using your Notebook PC’s Wi-Fi connection.
IMPORTANT! Ensure the Airplane mode is turned o 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:
1. Launch the Charm bar.
2. Tap and tap .
3. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi
connections.
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4. Tap Connect to start the 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 if you do not
want to enable the sharing function.
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Bluetooth connection
Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other
Bluetooth-enabled devices.
IMPORTANT! Ensure the Airplane mode is turned o 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 this, use your or touchpad as
follows:
1. Launch the Charm bar.
2. Tap then tap Change PC Settings.
3. Under PC Settings, select Devices then tap Add a
Device to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices.
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4. Select a device from the list. Compare 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.
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Airplane mode
The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you
to use your Notebook PC safely while in-ight.
Turning Airplane mode on
1. Launch the Charm bar.
2. Tap and tap .
3. Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode
on.
Press .
Turning Airplane mode o
1. Launch the Charm bar.
2. Tap and tap .
3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode
o.
Press .
NOTE: Contact your airline provider to learn about related inight
services that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when
using your Notebook PC in-ight.
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Remove everything and reinstall Windows
Restoring your Notebook PC to its original factory settings is done
using the Remove everything and reinstall option in PC Settings.
Refer to the steps below to enable this option:
IMPORTANT! Back up all your data before performing this option.
NOTE: This process may take a while to complete.
1. Launch the Charm bar.
2. Tap > Change PC Settings >General.
3. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and
reinstall Windows option. Under this option, click
Get Started.
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4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the
reinstallation and reset process.
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Turning your Notebook PC off
You can shut down your Notebook PC by doing either of the
following:
• Tap from the Charm bar then tap >
Shut down to do a normal shutdown.
• From the log-in screen, tap > Shut down.
• If your Notebook PC is unresponsive, press and hold
the power button for at least four (4) seconds until
your Notebook PC turns o.
Putting your Notebook PC to sleep
To put your Notebook PC on Sleep mode, press the power button
once.
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Featured ASUS Apps
LifeFrame
Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create
snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio les, use your
webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this
app.
To launch LifeFrame
Press .
The archive toolbar displays
a function's saved files in
thumbnail view.
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Action button
Capture button
Modes
Webcam settings
Face tracking
button
Zoom in/out
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Camera
Use this function to take pictures using your webcam.
Camcorder
Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
Monitor
This function lets you use your webcam as a security video
monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it
on photo.
Voice Recorder
Use this function to record audio les in your Notebook PC.
Game
This function lets you play games using the webcam.
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Power4Gear Hybrid
Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power
saving modes in Power4Gear.
NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from its power adapter
automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to Battery Saving mode.
To launch Power4Gear Hybrid
Press .
Select from these power saving modes.
Use these options to customize
your power saving mode.
Allows you to hide the desktop icons
onscreen and turns the presentation
mode on or o.
Performance mode
Use this 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.
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USB Charger+
USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your
ASUS Notebook PC’s USB charge port.
This feature can also be used even while your Notebook PC is on
sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (available on selected models
only).
NOTE: USB Charger+ is available in your USB 3.0 charge port with the
icon.
WARNING: If your connected device overheats, remove it
immediately.
Using the USB Charger+ Settings
The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your
ASUS Notebook PC is running on battery power and allows you to
charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or
shutdown mode.
1. Right-click on the
USB Charger+ icon
on the desktop
tray, then click
Settings.
2. Tick Enable USB
Charger+ in battery
mode.
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3. Select one or both of
these charging options:
Enable quick charge
when the system is
running or Enable quick
charge when the system
is in sleep/hibernate/
shutdown mode.
4. Move the percentage
slider to the left or to the
right to set the limit for
charging devices.
5. Tap OK to save the
settings made. Otherwise,
tap Cancel.
NOTE: On some models, the USB Charger+ automatically selects both
options. You can deselect these two options, if necessary.
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Instant On
Save battery power while your Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode
(Deep S3) using Instant 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, conguration, and
operating conditions.
Performance mode
This mode is default-enabled in
your Notebook PC. It allows the
system to return to its last working
state in two seconds, even after
your Notebook PC has entered
into deep sleep mode.
Battery saving mode
This mode enables longer standby
times allowing the battery 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 after entering into deep
sleep mode.
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Click this to activate the
battery saving mode.
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC
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Installing a Random Access Memory (RAM) module
NOTE: Visit an authorized service center or retailer for information on
memory upgrades for your Notebook PC. Only purchase expansion
modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure
maximum compatibility and reliability.
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B
A
B
A
RAM card
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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone
or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external
power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the hard disk cover.
IMPORTANT! When replacing or upgrading the hard drive, always
visit an authorized service center or retailer for this Notebook PC.
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new hard disk drive
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Replacing the battery pack
old battery pack
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new battery pack
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Issue Solutions
My optical disc drive
cannot read from or write
to discs.
My Notebok PC does not
wake up from sleep or
hibernate mode.
Update the BIOS to the latest
version then try again. If the
problem still exists, contact your
local service center for assistance.
• Remove upgraded parts
such as RAM cards, the hard
disk drive (HDD), or WLAN/
Bluetooth modules if they
were purchased separately
from your Notebook PC.
• Run Remove everything and
reinstall Windows to restore
the system to its factory
default settings.
IMPORTANT! Back up all your
data to another location before
restoring your Notebook PC to
its factory settings.
• If the problem still exists,
contact your local ASUS
Service Center for assistance.
The function keys do not
work.
My built-in camera is not
working properly.
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Reinstall the “ATK0100” driver from
the driver CD or download it from
the ASUS website.
Try reinstalling the webcam driver.
You can also try updating the BIOS
to the latest version. If the problem
still exists, contact your local ASUS
service center for assistance.
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Issue Solutions
My Notebook PC does not
turn on.
My Notebook PC displays
an “Open policy le error”
message when I turn it on.
My Notebook PC gets too
hot even when the cooling
fan is working. How do I
solve this?
• Check the power cord
connections.
• Check if the battery pack
is properly aligned at the
notches and tted completely
into the battery slot.
• If your Notebook PC is
connected to the power
adapter but does not load the
BIOS or the operating system,
the problem might be in
the Notebook PC’s hard disk
drive. Contact your local ASUS
Service Center for assistance.
Download the latest Power4Gear
utility from the ASUS website and
reinstall it in your Notebook PC.
• Ensure that nothing blocks
any of the air vents while
using your Notebook PC.
• Close some running
applications to decrease the
system’s load.
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• Check your system for viruses.
•
Try restoring your system to
its original factory settings.
IMPORTANT! Back up all your
data to another location before
restoring your Notebook PC to
its factory settings.
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DVD-ROM Drive Information
(on selected models)
The DVD-ROM drive allows you to view and create your own CDs
and DVDs. You can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to
view DVD titles.
Regional Playback Information
Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital
AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes
called copy guard) is the name given to the content protection
scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to
protect against unlawful content duplication.
Although the design rules imposed on CSS licensors are many, one rule
that is most relevant is playback restrictions on regionalized content. In
order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases, DVD video
titles are released for specic geographic regions as dened in “Region
Denitions” below. Copyright laws require that all DVD movies be
limited to a particular region (usually coded to the region at which it is
sold). While DVD movie content may be released for multiple regions,
CSS design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS
encrypted content must only be capable of playing one region.
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IMPORTANT! The region setting may be changed up to ve times
using the viewer software, then it can only play DVD movies for the
last region setting. Changing the region code after that will require
factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is
desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the
user.
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Region Denitions
Region 1
Canada, US, US Territories
Region 2
Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary,
Iceland, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Syria, Turkey, UK, Greece, Former Yugoslav Republics,
Slovakia
Region 3
Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore,
Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam
Region 4
Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, New
Zealand, Pacic Islands, South America
Region 5
CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea
Region 6
China
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Blu-ray ROM Drive Information
(on selected models)
The Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high denition (HD) videos
and other disc le formats such as DVDs and CDs.
Region Denitions
Region A
North, Central and South American countries, and their territories;
Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, Korea (South and North), South
East Asian countries and their territories.
Region B
European, African, and South West Asian countries and their
territories; Australia and New Zealand.
Region C
Central, South Asian, Eastern European countries and their territories;
China and Mongolia.
NOTE: Refer to Blu-ray Disc website at www.blu-raydisc.com/en/
Technical/FAQs/Blu-rayDsicforVideo.html for more details.
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Internal Modem Compliancy
The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE
(Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal
modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision
98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public
switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to dierences
between the individual PSTNs provided in dierent countries, the
approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of
successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In
the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier
in the rst instance.
Overview
on 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the
CTR 21 has been published in the Ocial Journal of the EC. The CTR
21 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMF-dialling
which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN (Public
Switched Telephone Network).
CTR 21 (Common Technical Regulation) for the attachment
requirements for connection to the analogue public switched
telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal
equipment supporting the voice telephony justied case service)
in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of dual tone
multifrequency signalling.
Network Compatibility Declaration
Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notied Body and
the vendor: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which
the equipment is designed to work and any notied networks with
which the equipment may have inter-working diculties”
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Network Compatibility Declaration
Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This
declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment
is designed to work and any notied networks with which the
equipment may have inter-working diculties. The manufacturer
shall also associate a statement to make it clear where network
compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings.
It will also advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use
the equipment on another network.”
Up to now the Notied Body of CETECOM issued several panEuropean approvals using CTR 21. The results are Europe’s rst
modems which do not require regulatory approvals in each
individual European country.
Non-Voice Equipment
Answering machines and loud-speaking telephones can be eligible
as well as modems, fax machines, auto-dialers and alarm systems.
Equipment 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.
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This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21
standard.
Country Applied More Testing
Austria
Belgium Yes No
Czech Republic No Not Applicable
1
Yes No
Denmark
1
Yes Yes
Finland Yes No
France Yes No
Germany Yes No
Greece Yes No
Hungary No Not Applicable
Iceland Yes No
Ireland Yes No
Italy Still Pending Still Pending
Israel No No
Lichtenstein Yes No
Luxemburg Yes No
The Netherlands
1
Yes Yes
Norway Yes No
Poland No Not Applicable
Portugal No Not Applicable
Spain No Not Applicable
Sweden Yes No
Switzerland Yes No
United Kingdom Yes No
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This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without
liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.
de/technologies/ctr_21.html
1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use
pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the
equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which
would make any additional testing superuous).
In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series
connection and caller ID facilities.
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order
to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the nearby
radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied
power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices
to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void your authority to operate the equipment.
(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193,
1993. Washington DC: Oce of the Federal Register, National
Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing
Oce.)
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FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution
Statement
WARNING! Any changes or modications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment. “The manufacture declares that this
device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by
specied rmware controlled in the USA.”
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC
RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact
to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must
follow the specic operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Declaration of Conformity
(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)
The following items were completed and are considered relevant and
sucient:
• Essential requirements as in [Article 3]
• Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a]
• Testing for electric safety according to [EN 60950]
• Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in
[Article 3.1b]
• Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN
301 489-17]
• Eective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2]
• Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2]
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CE Marking
CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth
The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements
of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility”
and 2006/95/EC “Low voltage directive”.
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/
EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999
governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual
recognition of conformity.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC
RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact
to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must
follow the specic operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference and
• This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed 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.
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Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent Domains
N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11
Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14
Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands
Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst
case maximum authorized power indoors are:
• 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz)
• 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz
NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6
MHz to 2483.5 MHz.
There are few possibilities for outdoor use: on private property or on
the private property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary
authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum
authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.5–2483.5 MHz band. Use
outdoors on public property is 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
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Departments in which the use of the 2400–2483.5 MHz band is
permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than
10mW outdoors:
01 Ain 02 Aisne 03 Allier
05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Ariège
11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente
24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Drôme
32 Gers 36 Indre 37 Indre et Loire
41 Loir et Cher 45 Loiret 50 Manche
55 Meuse 58 Nièvre 59 Nord
60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme
64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin
68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Saône 71 Saône et Loire
75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse
88 Vosges 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort
94 Val de Marne
This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use
your wireless LAN card in more areas 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.
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UL Safety Notices
Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone)
equipment intended to be electrically connected to a
telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to
ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and
105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National
Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
When using the Notebook PC modem, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock,
and injury to persons, including the following:
• DO NOT use the Notebook PC near water, for example, near
a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
• DO NOT use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. There
may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• DO NOT use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.
Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and
secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources
in products. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium
alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of a single electrochemical
cell or two or more cells connected in series, parallel, or both, that
convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or
reversible chemical reaction.
• Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a re, as
they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due
to re or explosion.
• Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to
reduce the risk of injury to persons due to re or explosion. Use
only UL certied power adapters or batteries supplied by the
manufacturer or authorized retailers.
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Power Safety Requirement
Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more
than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to:
H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2.
TV Tuner Notices
Note to CATV System Installer—Cable distribution system should be
grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National
Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of
Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable – installation should
include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the earth at the
building entrance.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization,
and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish
the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at
http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according 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)
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VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der
Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller
empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien
nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German)
ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering.
Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér
det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. (Danish)
VARNING! Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd
samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas
av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens
instruktion. (Swedish)
VAROITUS! Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda
paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä
käytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti. (Finnish)
ATTENTION! Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect
de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mêre
type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur.
Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions
du fabricant. (French)
ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri.
Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt
av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til
fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian)
(Japanese)
ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного
типа возможно его возгорание. Утилизируйте аккумулятор в
соответствии с инструкциями производителя. (Russian)
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