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ASUS T300LADH51T User Manual

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E8271
First Edition July 2013
Notebook PC
E-Manual
T300L Series
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SERVICE AND SUPPORT
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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
Proper disposal ................................................................................................................ 10
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Top View ........................................................................................................................12
Touch screen panel features ....................................................................................... 14
PC dock features .............................................................................................................17
Docking the touch screen panel .............................................................................. 20
Undocking the touch screen panel .......................................................................... 21
Left Side ........................................................................................................................22
Right Side .....................................................................................................................25
Front Side .....................................................................................................................26
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
Getting started ...........................................................................................................28
Dock the touch screen panel on the PC dock.......................................................28
Charge your Notebook PC. ..........................................................................................29
Turn on your Notebook PC. ......................................................................................... 32
Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad .....................................33
Using the touch screen panel ....................................................................................33
Using the touchpad ....................................................................................................... 35
Using the keyboard ...................................................................................................42
Function keys ................................................................................................................... 42
Function keys for apps .................................................................................................. 43
Windows®8 keys .............................................................................................................44
Multimedia control keys* ............................................................................................44
Numeric keypad on keyboard* .................................................................................45
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
Starting for the first time .........................................................................................48
Windows® 8 lock screen ...........................................................................................48
Windows® UI ................................................................................................................49
Start screen .......................................................................................................................49
Windows® Apps ..............................................................................................................49
Hotspots ............................................................................................................................. 50
Working with Windows® apps ...............................................................................53
Launching apps ............................................................................................................... 53
Customizing apps ........................................................................................................... 53
Accessing the Apps screen .......................................................................................... 56
Charms bar ........................................................................................................................ 59
Snap feature .....................................................................................................................62
Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................64
Connecting to wireless networks ........................................................................66
Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................................................... 66
Bluetooth .......................................................................................................................... 68
Airplane mode ................................................................................................................. 70
Connecting to wired networks ............................................................................. 71
Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection ....................................71
Configuring a static IP network connection .........................................................73
Turning your Notebook PC off ..............................................................................74
Putting your Notebook PC to sleep .........................................................................74
Chapter 4: Power-on Self Test (POST)
The Power-on Self Test (POST ) ..............................................................................76
Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot...................................................... 76
BIOS ................................................................................................................................76
Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................................77
BIOS Settings .................................................................................................................... 77
Troubleshoot ...............................................................................................................87
Refresh your PC ...............................................................................................................87
Reset your PC ...................................................................................................................88
Advanced options .......................................................................................................... 89
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Tips and FAQs
Useful tips for your Notebook PC ........................................................................92
Hardware FAQs ...........................................................................................................93
Software FAQs ............................................................................................................. 96
Appendices
DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ........................................... 100
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ....................................... 102
Internal Modem Compliancy...................................................................................... 102
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 103
Network Compatibility Declaration ......................................................................... 103
Non-Voice Equipment ..................................................................................................103
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ................... 105
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement ................................. 106
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) .................................. 107
CE Marking ........................................................................................................................ 107
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ...................................................... 108
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio ... 109
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains ........................................... 110
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands ....................................................... 110
UL Safety Notices ............................................................................................................ 112
Power Safety Requirement..........................................................................................113
TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 113
REACH ................................................................................................................................. 113
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice .............................................................. 113
Prevention of Hearing Loss ......................................................................................... 113
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ........................................... 114
Optical Drive Safety Information ..............................................................................115
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) ..............................116
ENERGY STAR complied product .............................................................................. 118
European Union Eco-label ........................................................................................... 118
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .................. 119
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services .......................................................................... 119
Regional notice for Singapore ...................................................................................119
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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 dierent parts of your Notebook PC.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your Notebook PC.
Chapter 4: Power-on Self-test (POST)
This chapter shows you how to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC.
Tips and FAQs
This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to for maintaining and xing common issues with your Notebook PC.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC.
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Conventions used in this manual

To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Notebook PC's data and components.

Icons

The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC.
= Use the touch screen panel.
= Use the touchpad.
= Use the keyboard.

Typography

Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.
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Safety precautions

Using your Notebook PC

This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating.
Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any part of your body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Notebook PC.
While powered on, ensure that you do not carry or cover your Notebook PC with any materials that can reduce air circulation.
Do not place your Notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces.
You can send your Notebook PC through x-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), but do not expose them to magnetic detectors and wands.
Turn o your PC dock while inight. Contact your airline provider to learn about other services that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using your Notebook PC in-ight.
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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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Proper disposal

Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury­containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.
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Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

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Top View

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NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country.
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Touch screen panel
Your Notebook PC comes with a detachable touch screen panel that works like a tablet PC to suit your mobile needs. The touch screen panel is also equipped with its own features for work and play which can be accessed using touch screen panel gestures.
NOTE: For more details on using the touch screen panel, refer to the Touch screen panel features and Using touch screen panel gestures sections in this manual.
PC dock
Connecting the PC dock to your touch screen panel allows you to use both devices as a Notebook PC. The PC dock provides additional input features to your touch screen panel via its touchpad and keyboard functions.
IMPORTANT! To know more about connecting or disconnecting your touchscreen panel from its PC dock, refer to the Docking the touch screen panel and Undocking the touch screen panel sections in this manual.
NOTE: For more details on using the PC dock, refer to the PC dock features section in this manual.
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Touch screen panel features

Top and back view
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Front Camera
The built-in front camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC.
Camera indicator
The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use.
Ambient light sensor
The ambient light sensor detects the amount of ambient light in your environment. It allows the system to automatically adjust the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light condition.
Touch screen panel
This high-denition touch screen panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les on your Notebook PC. It also allows you to operate your Notebook PC using touch gestures.
NOTE: To know more about using touch screen panel gestures when operating your Notebook PC, refer to the Using the touch screen panel section in this manual.
Windows® touch button
Touch this button to go back to the Start screen. If you are already in the Start screen, touch this button to go back to the last app you opened.
Rear camera
The built-in rear camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC.
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Bottom side
PC dock slot
This slot is magnetic and aligns conveniently with the magnetic PC dock tab to securely attach the touch screen panel to its PC dock.
WARNING!
• The PC dock slot is magnetic Please keep out of children’s reach.
• Magnetic elds generated by mobile devices may damage data on magnetic storage media, such as credit cards, computer discs or tapes. Do not place your device next to such media.
• You should never expose your device to strong magnetic elds as this may cause temporary malfunction.
• Magnets can aect functioning pacemakers and implanted debrillators. Refer to your pacemaker or debrillator’s suggested distance from magnets, if applicable.
MicroSD card slot
The touch screen panel comes with a built-in memory card reader slot that supports microSD and microSDHC card formats.
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PC dock features

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NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country.
Top view
Power indicator
This indicator lights up when the PC dock is turned on.
Power switch
Move this switch to the left to turn on the PC dock.
Caps lock indicator
This indicator lights up when the caps lock function is activated. Enabling the caps lock function on your keyboard allows you to automatically type letters in upper-case form (e.g. A, B, C).
PC dock release button
Press this button to safely detach the touch screen panel from the PC dock.
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PC dock hinge
This hinge supports the touch screen panel while it is connected to the PC dock. It also holds the touch screen panel in place while you adjust it into dierent viewing angles.
ASUS Console key
Press this button to launch the ASUS Console app launcher.
Numeric keypad on keyboard
Using the function key, you can toggle between using these keys according to their original function or using them as a numeric keypad.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad on keyboard section in this manual.
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 diers by model or territory.
Touchpad
The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of a regular mouse.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpad section in this manual.
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Rear view
PC dock tab
The magnetic PC dock tab securely attaches the touch screen panel to the PC dock.
Attach the touch screen panel to the PC dock by aligning the PC dock slot on top of this tab. Once attached, you can adjust the touch screen panel according to your preferred viewing angle.
WARNING!
• The PC dock tab is magnetic. Please keep out of children’s reach.
• Magnetic elds generated by mobile devices may damage data on magnetic storage media, such as credit cards, computer discs or tapes. Do not place your device next to such media.
• You should never expose your device to strong magnetic elds as this may cause temporary malfunction.
• Magnets can aect functioning pacemakers and implanted debrillators. Refer to your pacemaker or debrillator’s suggested distance from magnets, if applicable.
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Docking the touch screen panel

Align the touch screen panel on top of the PC dock tab as illustrated below.
NOTE: The PC dock slot and the PC dock tab have magnetic parts. The pull between these magnets help align the touch screen panel to securely connect it with the PC dock.
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Undocking the touch screen panel

Press the release button on the PC dock to securely detach the touch screen panel from the PC dock tab, then gently pull out the touch screen panel.
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Left Side

The following hardware features located on your touch screen panel and PC dock can be used while working on your Notebook PC.
NOTE: The following hardware features on the touch screen panel also work when using the device as a tablet.
USB 3.0 port
This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port
This port allows you to connect the touch screen panel to amplied speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your touch screen panel to an external microphone.
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Power (DC) input port
Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
WARNING! The adapter may become warm to hot while in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is connected to a power source.
IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
Micro HDMI port
This port is for a micro High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray and other protected content playback.
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.
Two-color battery charge indicator
The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. Refer to the LED Color Table in the next page for more details.
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LED Color Table
Color Status
Solid White The Notebook PC’s PC dock or touch
screen panel is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 95% and 100%.
Solid Orange • The Notebook PC’s PC dock is
plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%.
• The touch screen panel is connected to the PC dock, charging its battery, and the touch screen panel’s battery power is less than 30%.
NOTE: This charging process is automatically enabled even while your system is on sleep mode or turned o.
Blinking Orange The Notebook PC’s touch screen panel or
PC dock is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%.
Lights o The Notebook PC’s touch screen panel or
PC dock is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to 100%.
Volume button
Press this button to increase or decrease the volume.
PC dock charging port
Connect the bundled micro USB to USB cable into this port to charge your PC dock.
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Right Side

The following hardware features located on your touch screen panel can be used while working on your Notebook PC. These features also work when the touch screen panel is used as a tablet device.
Audio speakers
This touch screen panel uses SonicMaster technology to provide hi- sound quality, with richer bass sounds, straight from the built-in audio speakers.
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Front Side

The following hardware features located on your touch screen panel can be used while working on your Notebook PC. These features also work when the touch screen panel is used as a tablet device.
Power button
Press the power button to turn your touch screen panel 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 it shuts down.
IMPORTANT! The power button turns on the touch screen panel only. Turn on the PC dock using its power switch so you can activate its features on your Notebook PC.
Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC.
WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur.
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Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

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Getting started

Dock the touch screen panel on the PC dock.

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Charge your Notebook PC.

Connect both your touch screen panel and PC dock to a power source using the following steps:
A. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source.
B. Connect the DC power connector into your touch screen panel’s
power (DC) input.
C. Connect the USB to micro USB cable to your touch screen panel
and PC dock.
Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the rst time.
NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your region.
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IMPORTANT!
• Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU.
• Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the rst time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode.
• The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Notebook PC.
• To disconnect your Notebook PC from its main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC from the power socket.
NOTE:
Power adapter information:
• Input voltage: 100-240Vac
• Input frequency: 50-60Hz
• Rating output current: 2.37A (45W)
• Rating output voltage: 19V
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WARNING!
Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC’s battery.
• Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device.
• The battery used in this device may present a risk of re or chemical burn if removed or disassembled.
• Follow the warning labels for your personal safety.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
• Do not dispose of in re.
• Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC’s battery.
• Never attempt to dissamble and reassemble the battery.
• Discontinue usage if leakage is found.
• The battery and its components must be recycled or disposed of properly.
• Keep the battery and other small components away from children.
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Turn on your Notebook PC.

A. Press the power button on your touch screen panel.
B. Move your PC dock’s power switch to the left.
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Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad

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

Using the touch screen panel

Left edge swipe Right edge swipe
Swipe from the left edge of the screen to shue your running apps.
Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the Charms
bar.
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Zoom out Zoom in
Bring together your two ngers on the touch panel.
Spread apart your two ngers on the touch panel.
Top edge swipe Finger slide
• In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view the All Apps
Slide your nger to scroll up and down and slide your nger to pan the screen left or right.
bar.
• In a running app, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view its menu.
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Using the touchpad

Moving the pointer
You can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your 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 Start screen, tap an app to launch it.
• In Desktop mode, double-tap an application to launch it.
Drag and drop
Double-tap an item, then slide the same nger without lifting it o the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your nger from the touchpad.
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Left-click Right-click
• In the Start screen, click an app to launch it.
• In Desktop mode, double­click an application to launch it.
• In the 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.
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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Top edge swipe
• In the 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 shue your running apps.
Swipe the right edge to launch the Charms 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.
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Zoom out Zoom in
Bring together your two ngers on the touchpad.
Spread apart your two ngers on the touchpad.
Drag and drop
Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other nger, slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a new location.
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Three-nger gestures
Swipe up Swipe down
Swipe three ngers upward to show all running applications.
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 the following commands:
Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode
Turns Airplane mode on or o
NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Decreases display brightness
Increases display brightness
Turns the display panel o
Activates the second screen
NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC.
Enables or disables the touchpad
Turns the speaker on or o
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Turns the speaker volume down
Turns the speaker volume up

Function keys for apps

Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch some featured 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 Prole, and Normal.
Activates the Windows® camera app
Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app
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Windows®8 keys

There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard used as below:
Press this key to go back to the Start screen. If you are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the last app you opened.
Press this key to simulate the right-click functions.

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
* on selected models only
Skip to previous track or rewind
Play or pause
Skip to next track or fast forward
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Numeric keypad on keyboard*

This Notebook PC comes with 15 select keys that you can also use for numeric input.
The numeric keypad on your Notebook PC are 15 select keys that are originally part of your standard QWERTY keyboard. Using the function key, these select keys can become a numeric keypad on your Notebook PC.
Press to toggle between using these keys
as number keys or as their original keyboard function.
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

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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 conguring 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. From the setup screen, 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 congure the following basic items:
• Keep your PC secure
• Personalize
• Wireless
• Settings
• Sign in to your PC
5. After conguring the basic items, the Windows®8 tutorial appears. Watch this to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities.

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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Windows® UI

Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start screen. It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your Notebook PC.

Start screen

The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account. It helps organize all the applications you need in just one place.
Zoom in/out button

Windows® Apps

These are apps pinned on the 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 Start screen
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Hotspot Action
upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper left
corner 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 on the lower left corner then tap 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 on the lower left corner then tap on the running app’s thumbnail to go back to that app.
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Hotspot Action
top side Hover your mouse pointer on the top side
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 Working with Windows® apps.
upper or lower right corner
Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner to launch the Charms bar.
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Working with Windows® apps

Use your Notebook PC’s touchscreen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps.

Launching apps

Tap an app to launch it.
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 an app.

Customizing apps

You can move, resize, unpin, or close apps from the Start screen using the following steps:
Moving apps
Tap and hold the app tile then drag it to a new location.
Double-tap on the app then drag and drop the app to a new location.
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Resizing apps
1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the
2. Tap to reduce or to enlarge the
Right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then
tap or .
Unpinning apps
1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the
2. Tap to unpin an app.
Right-click on the app to activate the settings bar then
tap .
settings bar.
app tile.
settings bar.
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Closing apps
Tap and hold the top side of the running app then drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it.
1. Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon.
2. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it.
From the running app’s screen, press .
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Accessing the Apps screen

Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications through the Apps screen.
Horizontal scroll bar
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Launching the Apps screen
Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard.
1. Swipe from the top or bottom edge of the screen to launch the All Apps bar.
2. Tap to show all installed apps in your
Notebook PC.
Swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar.
From the Start screen, press to select the
All Apps icon then press .
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Pinning more apps on the Start screen
You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touch screen panel or touchpad.
1. In the Apps screen, swipe down the app to select and launch the settings bar.
2. Tap to pin the selected app on the Start
screen.
1. Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to pin on the Start screen.
2. Right-click on the app to activate its settings.
3. Tap on the icon.
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Charms bar

The charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several charms that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC.
Charms bar
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Launching the charms bar
NOTE: When called out, the charms bar initially appears as a set of
white icons. The image above shows how the charms bar looks like once activated.
Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard to launch the charms bar.
Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the charms bar.
Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen.
Press .
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Inside the charms bar
Search
This charm allows you to look for les, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC.
Share
This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email.
Start
This charm 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 charm allows you to access and share les with the devices attached to your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer.
Settings
This charm 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
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Using Snap
Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen panel, touchpad or keyboard to activate and use Snap.
1. Launch the app you wish to snap.
2. Tap and hold the app’s topmost part then drag it to the left or right side of the screen until the snap bar appears.
3. Launch another app.
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.
1. Launch the app you wish to snap.
2. Press .
3. Launch another app.
4. 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 Start screen and the last running app
Launches the desktop
Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode
Opens the File charm
Opens the Share charm
Opens the Settings charm
Opens the Devices charm
Activates the Lock screen
Minimizes the Internet Explorer window
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Opens the Second screen pane
Opens the Apps search pane
Opens the Run window
Opens Ease of Access Center
Opens the Settings charm
Opens a menu box of Windows® tools
Launches the magnier icon and zooms in your screen
Zooms out your screen
Opens the Narrator Settings
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Connecting to wireless networks

Wi-Fi

Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC’s Wi-Fi connection.
IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned o before enabling the Wi-Fi connection of your
Notebook PC.
Enabling Wi-Fi
Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using the following steps on your touch screen panel or touchpad.
1. Launch the Charms bar.
2. Tap/click and tap/click .
or
3. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi connections.
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4. Tap/click Connect to start the network connection.
NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to
or
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*/click 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

Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth­enabled devices.
IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned o before enabling the Bluetooth connection of
your Notebook PC.
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 touch screen panel or touchpad as follows:
1. Launch the Charms bar.
2. Tap/click then tap/click Change PC
or
Settings.
3. Under PC Settings, select Devices then tap*/click 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/click
or
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 Charms bar.
2. Tap/click and tap/click .
or
3. Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode on.
Press .
Turning Airplane mode o
1. Launch the Charms bar.
2. Tap/click and tap/click .
or
3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode o.
Press .
NOTE: Contact your airline provider to learn about related inight services that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using your Notebook PC in-ight.
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Connecting to wired networks

You can also connect to wired networks, such as local area networks and broadband Internet connection, using your Notebook PC’s LAN port.
NOTE: Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or your network administrator for assistance in setting up your Internet connection.
To congure your settings, refer to the following procedures.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that a network cable is connected between your Notebook PC’s LAN port and a local area network before performing the following actions.
Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection
1. LaunchLaunch Desktop.
2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network
icon then click Open Network and Sharing
Center.
3. In the Network and Sharing Center window, click Change adapter settings.
4. Right-click on your LAN then select Properties.
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5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then tap Properties.
6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically then tap
OK.
NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection.
7. Return to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap Set up a new connection or network.
8. Select Connect to the Internet then tap Next.
9. Click Broadband (PPPoE).
10. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap Connect.
11. Click Close to nish the conguration.
12. Tap on the taskbar then tap the connection
you just created.
13. Type your user name and password then tap
Connect to start connecting to the Internet.
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Conguring a static IP network connection
1. Repeat steps 1 to 5 under Conguring a dynamic
IP/PPPoE network connection.
2 Tap Use the following IP address.
3. Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway from your service provider.
4. If needed, you can also type the preferred DNS server address and alternate DNS server address then tap OK.
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Turning your Notebook PC off

You can turn o your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures:
• Tap/click from the Charms bar then
or
tap/click > Shut down to do a normal
shutdown.
• From the log-in screen, tap/click > Shut
down.
• You can also shut down your Notebook PC using Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Select Shut Down from the drop-down list then select OK.
• 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.
You can also put your Notebook PC to sleep mode using Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Select Sleep from the drop-down list then select OK.
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Chapter 4: Power-on Self Test (POST)

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The Power-on Self Test (POST)

The Power-on Self Test (POST ) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC’s architecture.

Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot

During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may refer to the following information for more details.

BIOS

The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) 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.
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Accessing BIOS

1. If you are using both devices as a Notebook PC, restart your
system then press during POST.
2. If you are using your tablet as a mobile device, restart your system then press the volume down button during POST.

BIOS Settings

NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual
screens may dier 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.
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Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
Boot Conguration
Boot Option Priorities
Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager]
Sets the system boot order
Add New Boot Option
Delete Boot Option
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: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
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2. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1.
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Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
Boot Conguration
Boot Option Priorities
Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager]
Sets the system boot order
Add New Boot Option
Delete Boot Option
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Boot Option #1
Windows Boot Manager
Disabled
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit
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Security
This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control the 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.
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Main Advanced 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 Password Status : NOT INSTALLED
Set Master Password
Set User Password
I/O Interface Security
Set Administrator Password. The password length must be in the following range:
Minimum length 3
Maximum length 20
: 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 conrm the password then press .
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 conrmation box then press .
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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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I/O Interface Security
Wireless Network Interface [UnLock]
HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock]
USB Interface Security
Security
If Locked, LAN controller will be disabled.
Wireless Network Interface
Lock
UnLock
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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 Lock.
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit
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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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USB Interface Security
USB Interface [UnLock]
External Ports [UnLock]
Bluetooth [UnLock]
CMOS Camera [UnLock]
Card Reader [UnLock]
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Security
Lock
UnLock
USB Interface
If Locked, all USB device 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
Lock.
NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock 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.
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Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
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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 Password Status : NOT INSTALLED
Set Master Password
Set User Password
I/O Interface Security
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Set HDD Master Password.
***Advisable to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords***
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit
To set the HDD password:
1. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password.
2. Type in a password then press .
3. Re-type to conrm 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 conguration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS.
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Main Advanced 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
Launch EFI Shell from lesystem device
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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. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS le to a ash disk drive.
3. Connect your ash disk drive to your Notebook PC.
4. Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST.
5. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then
press .
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POST Logo Type [Static]
Start Easy Flash
Play POST Sound [No]
Speaker Volume [4]
Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled]
Internal AES-NI [Enabled]
SATA Conguration
Graphics Conguration
USB Conguration
Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation
DPTF Conguration
Network Stack
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Press Enter to run the utility to select and update BIOS.
: Select Screen
→←
: Select Item
↑↓
Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit
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6. Locate your downloaded BIOS le in the ash disk drive then
press .
ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility
FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L Series
Current BIOS
Platform: T300LA
Version: 101
Build Date: Oct 26 2012
Build Time: 11:51:05
FSO
FS1
FS2
FS3
FS4
[←→]: Switch [↑↓]: Choose [q]: Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute
0 EFI <DIR>
New BIOS
Platform: Unknown
Version: Unknown
Build Date: Unknown
Build Time: Unknown
7. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Defaults to restore the system to its default settings.
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Troubleshoot

By pressing during POST, you can access Windows® 8 troubleshoot
options which includes the following:
• Refresh your PC
• Reset your PC
• Advanced options

Refresh your PC

Use Refresh your PC if you want to refresh your system without losing your current les and applications.
To access this during POST:
1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during
POST.
2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot.
3. Tap Refresh your PC.
4. In the Refresh your PC screen, read the bullet points to learn more about using this option then tap
Next.
5. Tap the account you would like to refresh.
6. Type your account password then tap Continue.
7. Tap Refresh.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before refreshing your system.
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Reset your PC

IMPORTANT! Back up all your data before performing this option.
Use Reset your PC to restore your Notebook PC to its default settings.
To access this during POST:
1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during
POST.
2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot.
3. Tap Reset your PC.
4. In the Reset your PC screen, read the bullet points to learn more about using this option then tap
Next.
5. Tap your preferred reset option: Just remove my les or Fully clean the drive.
6. Tap Reset.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in
to a power source before resetting your system.
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Advanced options

Use Advanced options to perform additional troubleshooting options in your Notebook PC.
To access this during POST:
1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during
POST.
2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot.
3. Tap Advanced options.
4. In the Advanced options screen, select the troubleshooting option you wish to perform.
5. Follow the succeeding steps to complete the process.
Using System Image Recovery
Under Advanced options, you can use System Image Recovery to recover your system using your Notebook PC’s original image le.
To access this during POST:
1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during
POST.
2. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot.
3. Tap Advanced options.
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4. In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery.
5. Choose an account you would like to recover using a system image le.
6. Type your account password then tap Continue.
7. Select Use the latest available system image (recommended), then tap Next. You can also choose Select a system image if your system image is in an external device or DVD.
8. Follow the succeeding steps to complete the system image recovery procedure.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in case your Notebook PC stops working.
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Tips and FAQs

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Useful tips for your Notebook PC

To help you maximize the use of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you can follow:
• Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the latest security settings.
• Use ASUS Live Update to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in your Notebook PC. Refer to the ASUS Tutor installed in your Notebook PC for more details.
• Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too.
• Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn o your Notebook PC.
• Always backup your data and make it a point to create a backup data in an external storage drive.
• Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. If you are not going to use your Notebook PC for a long period of time (at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable.
• Disconnect all external devices and ensure you have the following items prior to resetting your Notebook PC:
- Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications
- Backup data
- Log in ID and password
- Internet connection information
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Hardware FAQs

1. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I turn on the Notebook PC. What should I do?
Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not aect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently aects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center.
2. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How can I x this?
The color and brightness of your display panel may be aected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC may also vary per model. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of your display panel.
3. How can I maximize my Notebook PC ‘s battery life?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
• Use Battery Mode under Power4Gear.
• Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness.
• Enable Battery Saving mode under Instant On.
• If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode.
• Disconnect unused USB devices.
• Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory.
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4. My battery LED indicator does not light up. What’s wrong?
• Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is attached correctly. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to the power outlet and Notebook PC.
• If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
5. Why is my touchpad not working?
• Press to enable your touchpad.
• Check if ASUS Smart Gesture has been set to disable the touchpad when connecting an external pointing device.
6. When I play audio and video les, why can’t I hear any sound from my Notebook PC’s audio speakers?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
• Press to turn up the speaker volume.
• Check if your speakers were set to mute.
• Check if a headphone jack is connected to your Notebook PC and remove it.
• Unlock the I/O Interface Security in your system’s BIOS. For more details, refer to the I/O Interface Security section in this manual.
7. What should I do if my Notebook PC’s power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working?
Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
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8. Why does audio still come out from my Notebook PC’s audio speakers even if I already connected my headphone into the right jack port?
Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio
Manager to congure the settings.
9. My Notebook PC cannot do keystrokes correctly because my cursor keeps on moving. What should I do?
Make sure that nothing accidentally touches or presses on your touchpad while you type on the keyboard. You can also disable
your touchpad by pressing .
10. My Notebook PC’s touchpad is not working. What should I do?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
• Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is set to disable touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to your Notebook PC. If yes, disable this function.
• Press .
11. Instead of showing letters, pressing the “U”, “I”, and “O” keys on my keyboard displays numbers. How can I change this?
Press the key or (on selected models) on
your Notebook PC to turn o this feature and use the said keys for inputting letters.
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Software FAQs

1. When I turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but not my drive activity indicator. System bootup does not happen as well. What can I do to x this?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
• Force shutdown your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for more than four (4) seconds. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are inserted correctly then turn on your Notebook PC.
• If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
2. What should I do when my screen displays this message: “Remove disks or other media. Press any key to restart.”?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
• Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC.
• Remove any optical discs that are left inside the optical drive then restart.
• If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
3. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. How can I x this?
Delete the applications you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your system.
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4. My Notebook PC does not boot up. How can I x this?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
• Remove all connected devices to your Notebook PC then restart your system.
• Press F9 upon startup. When your Notebook PC enters Troubleshooting, select Refresh or Reset your PC.
• If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
5. Why can’t my Notebook PC wake up from sleep or hibernate mode?
• You need to press the power button to resume your last working state.
• Your system might have completely used up its battery power. Connect the power adapter to your Notebook PC and connect to a power outlet then press the power button.
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6. How can I boot to DOS using my USB drive or ODD?
Refer to the following steps:
a. Restart your Notebook PC and enter BIOS by pressing F2 on
your keyboard.
b. Go to Boot > Launch CSM > Enabled.
c. Go to the Security menu then set Secure Boot Control to
Disabled.
d. Press F10 to save changes and exit BIOS.
e. Press and hold ESC to launch boot menu when your
Notebook PC restarts.
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Appendices

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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 specic geographic regions as dened in “Region Denitions” 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.
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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