Asus ROG TYTAN CG8480 User Manual

Notices

Chapter 1 Getting started

Chapter 2 Using Windows® 8

Safety information

Welcome!

Starting for the first time

Conventions used in this guide

Where to find more information

Package contents

Getting to know your computer

Setting up your computer

Turning your computer ON/OFF

Using the Windows® UI

Working with Windows® apps

Other keyboard shortcuts

ASUS Gaming Desktop PC

ROG TYTAN CG8480

User Manual

English

E7662

Second Edition

August 2012

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”).

Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

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Contents
Notices ...........................................................................................................		5
Safety information..........................................................................................		8
Conventions used in this guide......................................................................		9
Where to find more information......................................................................		9
Package contents.........................................................................................		10
Chapter 1	Getting started
Welcome!......................................................................................................		11
Getting to know your computer.....................................................................		11
Setting up your computer.............................................................................		16
Turning your computer ON/OFF...................................................................		19
Chapter 2	Using Windows® 8
Starting for the first time...............................................................................		21
Using the Windows® UI................................................................................		22
Working with Windows® Apps.......................................................................		25
Other keyboard shortcuts.............................................................................		30
Turning your Desktop PC OFF.....................................................................		31
Putting your Desktop PC to sleep................................................................		31
Entering the BIOS Setup..............................................................................		32
Chapter 3	Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting a USB storage device...............................................................		33
Connecting microphone and speakers.........................................................		34
Connecting the Phoebus Box (with a Phoebus Sound card).......................		37
Connecting multiple external displays..........................................................		40
Connecting an HDTV...................................................................................		42
Chapter 4	Using your computer
Proper posture when using your Desktop PC..............................................		43
Using the memory card reader.....................................................................		44
Using the optical drive..................................................................................		45
Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard............................................		46

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Contents
Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse......................................................		47
Using the keyboard (on selected models only)............................................		54
Chapter 5	Connecting to the Internet
Wired connection..........................................................................................		55
Wireless connection (on selected models only)...........................................		60
Chapter 6	Using the utilities
ASUS AI Suite II...........................................................................................		63
ASUS AI Manager........................................................................................		74
ASUS Webstorage.	......................................................................................	79
ASUS Easy Update......................................................................................		81
ASUS Instant On..........................................................................................		82
Nero 9 .........................................................................................................		83
Recovering your system...............................................................................		88
Introduction to Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies...............		91
Chapter 7	Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................		103
ASUS contact information...........................................................................		110

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference; and

•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 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 manufacturer’s 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 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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IC: Canadian Compliance Statement

Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B speciﬁications. This device complies with RSS

210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.

This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Cut appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1)cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et

(2)cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement

KC: Korea Warning Statement

RF Equipment Notices

CE: European Community Compliance Statement

The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0–300 GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive.

Wireless Radio Use

This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency band.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy

The radiated output power of the Wi-Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance

The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant.

Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement

This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

BSMI: Taiwan Wireless Statement

Japan RF Equipment Statement

KC (RF Equipment)

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Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water then remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.

•DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged.

•DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.

•DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC.

•DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.

•DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms.

•Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in fire. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery.

•Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32̊F) and 35˚C (95̊F).

•DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated.

•DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.

•To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

•Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

•Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

•If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS website www.asus.com.

ASUS Local Technical Support

Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of local Technical Support Engineer.

• The user manual is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC:

• C:\Program Files(X86)/ASUS/eManual

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ASUS ROG TYTAN CG8480	Keyboard x1	Mouse x1
Gaming Desktop PC
	InstallationGuide
Power cord x1	Installation Guide x1	Warranty card x1

•If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

•The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.

•For details on using the bundled gaming keyboard and mouse, refer to sections Using the ASUS ROG Gaming Keyboard and Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse.

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ROG TYTAN CG8480 Gaming Desktop PC!

The ASUS ROG TYTAN CG8480 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing.

Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC.

Illustrations are for reference only. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models.

Front panel

5 1 6 2

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Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.

Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard slot. Insert a Secure Digital™ card or MultiMediaCard into this slot.

Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay.

Power LED. This LED lights up when you turn on your computer.

Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this slot.

CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card slot. Insert a CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card into this slot.

OC Button. This button adjusts the System Level Up profile of your computer.

USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB

3.0devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

•DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system.

•Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation.

•USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.

•We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone.

Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker.

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Rear panel

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DVI

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USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

•The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions. UASP standard only supports Windows® 8.

•DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system.

•Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.

•USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.

•We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

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

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DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content.

USB 3.0 ports support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback.

Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in an

8-channel audio configuration.

Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4, 6, and 8-channel audio configuration.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects to the center/subwoofer speakers.

Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.

Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4, 6, or

8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources.

Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration.

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration

Port	Headset	4-channel	6-channel	8-channel
Port	2-channel	4-channel	6-channel	8-channel
	2-channel
Light Blue	Line In	Line In	Line In	Line In
Lime	Line Out	Front Speaker Out	Front Speaker Out	Front Speaker Out
Pink	Mic In	Mic In	Mic In	Mic In
Orange	–	–	Center/Subwoofer	Center/Subwoofer
Black	–	Rear Speaker Out	Rear Speaker Out	Rear Speaker Out
Gray	–	–	–	Side Speaker Out

Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation.

DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer.

Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer.

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Power connector (input rated: 100-120V~/ 10A, 200-240V~/ 5A, 60/50Hz). Plug the power cord to this connector.

PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.

Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable.

VGA port. This port is for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor.

LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.

LAN port LED indications				ACT/LINK SPEED
				LED		LED
Activity/Link LED		Speed LED
Status	Description	Status	Description
OFF	No link	OFF	10Mbps connection
OFF	No link	OFF	10Mbps connection
ORANGE	Linked	ORANGE	100Mbps connection

BLINKING	Data activity	GREEN	1Gbps connection		LAN port
					LAN port

Sound card ports (optional). These ports connect to your output devices such as microphones, headsets and speakers.

ASUS Graphics Card (optional). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.

Wifi Card (optional). An optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network.

Expansion slot bracket. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card.

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This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer.

Connecting an external monitor

Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only)

Connect your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card.

To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card:

1.Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card.

2.Plug the monitor to a power source.

The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.

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Using the onboard display output ports

Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port.

To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports:

1.Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the rear panel of your computer.

2.Plug the monitor to a power source.

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•If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. Connect your monitor to a display output port on the graphics card.

•To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to Connecting multiple external monitors in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details.

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Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse

Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer.

The pre-installed setup utility for the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse can be accessed only when connecting the mouse to your computer before starting Windows®

8 for the first time. Otherwise, you will have to manually install the setup utility from the bundled Support DVD. Refer to section Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse of Chapter 4 for details.

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Connecting the power cord

Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a power source.

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This section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer.

Turning your computer ON

To turn your computer ON:

1.Turn your monitor ON.

2.Turn the power switch ON, then press the power button on your computer.

Power button

3.Wait until the operating system loads automatically.

For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the section Turning your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 2.

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When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8 operating system.

To start for the first time:

1.Turn your computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears.

2.Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms for using Windows and click Accept.

3.Follow the next onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items:

•Personalize

•Settings

4.Once you are done configuring the basic items, the Windows® 8 video tutorial appears. Watch this tutorial to learn more about Windows® 8 functionalities.

For details on using Windows® 8, refer to the next sections.

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The Windows® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8. It includes the following features you can use while working on your Desktop 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.

You can press the Windows key to launch the Start screen from any apps.

live tiles

User account

Zoom in/out button for live tiles

Windows® Apps

These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-format for easy access.

A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to run Windows® apps.

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 Desktop PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse.

Hotspots on a running app

Hotspots on the Start screen

Refer to the next page for the Hotspots’ functions.

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Hotspot	Action

upper left corner	Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent
	app’s thumbnail to go back to that app.
	Move your mouse pointer down to display all the
	running apps.
lower left corner	From a running app screen:
	Hover your mouse pointer then click on the Start
	screen’s thumbnail to go back to the Start screen.
	NOTE: You can also press the Windows key	on
	your keyboard to go back to the Start screen.
	From the Start screen:
	Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent
	app’s thumbnail to go back to that app.

top	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 Snap feature under Working
	with Windows® apps.

upper and lower right	Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charm bar.
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Use your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps.

Launching apps

•Position your mouse pointer on an app then left-click once to launch it.

•Press <Tab> twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press <Enter> to launch your selected app.

Customizing apps

You can move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen using the following steps.

•To move an app, drag and drop the app to a new location.

Resizing apps

Right-click the app to activate its settings bar then click Smaller.

Unpinning apps

To unpin an app from the Start screen, right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then click Unpin from Start.

Closing apps

•Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon.

•Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it.

•From the running app’s screen, press <Alt> + <F4>.

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Accessing the All Apps screen

From the All Apps screen, you can configure an apps settings or pin an app to the Start

Screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar.

Launching the All Apps screen

Right-click on the Start screen or press + <Z>, and click the All Apps icon.

Pinning an app on the Start screen

1.Launch the All Apps screen.

2.From the All Apps screen, right-click an app to display its settings bar.

3.From the settings bar, click Pin to Start.

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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 Desktop PC.

Charm Bar

Launching the Charm bar

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 Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to launch the Charm bar.

•Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen.

•Press + <C>.

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Inside the Charm bar

This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your

Desktop PC.

This tool allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email.

Start

This tool reverts the display back to the Start screen. From the Start screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.

Devices

This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer.

Settings

This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC.

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Snap feature

The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps.

A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature.

Snap bar

Using Snap

To use Snap:

1.Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen.

Using your mouse

a)Click on an app to launch it.

b)Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your screen.

c)Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to the right or left side of the display panel.

Using your keyboard

•Launch an app then press + < . > to activate the Snap bar. The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area.

2.Launch another app. This second app will automatically appear in the bigger display area.

3.To switch between apps, press + <J>.

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+ <D>

+ <E>

+ <F>

+ <H>

+ <I>

+ <K>

+ <L>

+ <M>

+ <P>

+ <Q>

+ <R>

+ <U>

+ <W>

+ <X>

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Phoebus Control BOX

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Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows®8.

Switches between the Start screen and the last running app.

Launches the desktop.

Launches the Computer window on the desktop.

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.

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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