Asus U38N User Manual

Notebook PC

E-Manual

E7766 September 2012

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Table of Contents

About this manual ............................................................................................. 6

Conventions used in this manual ............................................................... 7

Icons ............................................................................................................... 7

Typography ......................................................................................................... 7

Safety precautions ............................................................................................. 8

Using your Notebook PC................................................................................8

Caring for your Notebook PC ....................................................................... 9

Proper disposal ................................................................................................10

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to know your Notebook PC ..........................................................12

Top View .............................................................................................................12

Bottom .............................................................................................................15

Right Side ..........................................................................................................16

Left Side .............................................................................................................17

Connecting external devices (on selected models) ............................18

External display ...............................................................................................18

Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

Getting started ..................................................................................................20

Charge your Notebook PC. ..........................................................................20

Lift to open the display panel. ...................................................................21

Press the power button. ...............................................................................21

Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models)

and touchpad ...................................................................................................22

Using the touch screen (on selected models) ......................................22

Using the touchpad .......................................................................................24

Using the keyboard .........................................................................................29

Function keys ...................................................................................................29

Function keys for ASUS Apps .....................................................................30

Windows®8 keys ..............................................................................................30

Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

Starting for the ﬁrst time ...............................................................................32

Windows® 8 lock screen .................................................................................. 32

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Windows® UI .......................................................................................................33

Start screen .......................................................................................................33

Windows® Apps ...............................................................................................33

Hotspots.............................................................................................................34

Working with Windows® apps ......................................................................36

Launching apps ...............................................................................................36

Customizing apps ...........................................................................................36

Closing apps .....................................................................................................38

Accessing the Apps screen ..........................................................................39

Charm bar ..........................................................................................................41

Snap feature .....................................................................................................43

Other keyboard shortcuts .............................................................................45

Connecting to wireless networks ...............................................................47

Wi-Fi .............................................................................................................47

Bluetooth ..........................................................................................................49

Airplane mode .................................................................................................51

Turning your Notebook PC off .....................................................................52

Putting your Notebook PC to sleep .........................................................52

Chapter 4: ASUS apps

Featured ASUS Apps .......................................................................................54

LifeFrame ...........................................................................................................54

Power4Gear Hybrid........................................................................................56

Instant On ..........................................................................................................57

USB Charger+ ...................................................................................................58

Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST)

The Power-on Self Test (POST) ....................................................................62

Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot .....................................62

BIOS ...................................................................................................................62

Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................62

BIOS Settings ....................................................................................................63

Troubleshoot......................................................................................................70

Refresh your PC ...............................................................................................70

Reset your PC ...................................................................................................71

Advanced options ..........................................................................................72

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Appendices

DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ...........................76

Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ......................78

Internal Modem Compliancy .....................................................................79

Overview............................................................................................................79

Network Compatibility Declaration .........................................................79

Network Compatibility Declaration ........................................................80

Non-Voice Equipment ..................................................................................80

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ...82

RF Exposure Information (SAR) ..................................................................84

FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement .................85

Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) ..................85

CE Marking ........................................................................................................86

IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ......................................86

Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative

à l’exposition aux ondes radio ..................................................................87

Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent Domains ...........................88

France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands .......................................88

UL Safety Notices ............................................................................................90

Power Safety Requirement..........................................................................91

TV Tuner Notices .............................................................................................91

REACH .............................................................................................................91

Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ...........................91

Optical Drive Safety Information ..............................................................93

Macrovision Corporation Product Notice ..............................................93

CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) ..............94

ENERGY STAR complied product ..............................................................95

European Union Eco-label ...........................................................................96

Prevention of Hearing Loss .........................................................................96

Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .97

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ..........................................................97

Coating Notice .................................................................................................97

Regional notice for Singapore ...................................................................97

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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: ASUS Apps

This chapter features the ASUS apps included with your Notebook PC’s Windows® 8 operating system.

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

Appendices

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

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 display 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.

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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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 mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.

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Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

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Getting to know your Notebook PC

Top View

NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The top

view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model.

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Ambient light sensor

This 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.

Camera

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

Microphone

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

Camera indicator

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

Display panel

This high-denition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les on your Notebook PC.

NOTE: Some models are equipped with a touch-enabled panel, allowing you to operate your Notebook PC using touch gestures.

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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Power button

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

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

Drive activity indicator

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

Bluetooth / Wireless indicator

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

Capital lock indicator

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

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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Bottom

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

WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot

while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents.

IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled.

Air vents

The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC.

WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur.

Audio speakers

The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from the Notebook PC. The audio features of this Notebook PC are software-controlled.

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Right Side

Power indicator

The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in sleep mode.

Headphone output jack port

The headphone output jack port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplied speakers or headphones.

Mini VGA port

The mini VGA port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to a standard VGA-compatible device, such as a monitor or projector, using a VGA cable.

HDMI port

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

USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+

This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+ feature. USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models).

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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.

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.

Left Side

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.

Memory card reader

This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that support MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats.

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Connecting external devices (on selected models)

External display

Use the bundled mini VGA to VGA adapter to connect your Notebook PC to an external display.

Mini VGA port

Mini VGA to VGA adapter

VGA cable

External display

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Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

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Getting started

Charge your Notebook PC.

A. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source.

B. Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s

power (DC) input.

IMPORTANT!

• Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the rst time.

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

• Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU.

• Power adapter information:

- Input voltage: 100-240Vac

- Input frequency: 50-60Hz

- Rating output current: 3.42A (65W), 2.37A (45W)

- Rating output voltage: 19V

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Lift to open the display panel.

Press the power button.

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Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) 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 (on selected models) and touchpad.

Using the touch screen (on selected models)

Left edge swipe Right edge swipe

Swipe from the left edge of the screen to shue your running apps.

Zoom out Zoom in

Bring together your two ngers on the touch panel.

Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the

Charm bar.

Spread apart your two ngers on the touch panel.

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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.

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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Drag and drop

Double-tap an item, then slide the same nger without lifting it o the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your nger from the touchpad.

Top edge swipe

• In the 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 Charm bar.

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Two-nger gestures

Tap Rotate

Tap two ngers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function.

To rotate an image, place two ngers on the touchpad then turn one nger clockwise or counterclockwise while the other stays still.

Two-nger scroll (up/down) Two-nger scroll (left/right)

Slide two ngers to scroll up or down.

Slide two ngers to scroll left or right.

Zoom out Zoom in

Bring together your two ngers on the touchpad.

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Spread apart your two ngers on the touchpad.

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.

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.

(on selected models) Decreases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard

(on selected models) Increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a backlit keyboard

Decreases display brightness

Increases display brightness

Turns the display panel o

Activates the second screen

Enables or disables the touchpad

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NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC.

Turns the speaker on or o

Turns the speaker volume down

Turns the speaker volume up

(on selected models) Toggles the ambient light sensor on or o

Function keys for ASUS Apps

Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch ASUS apps.

Toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Prole, and Normal.

Launches the ASUS LifeFrame app

Launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app

Windows®8 keys

There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard used as below:

Press this key to go back to the 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.

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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.

User account

Zoom in/out button

Windows® Apps

These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiledformat 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.

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

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Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner to launch the Charm bar.

Working with Windows® apps

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

Launching apps

(on selected models) 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, or unpin apps from the Start screen using the following steps:

Moving apps

(on selected models) 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

(on selected models)

1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar.

2. Tap to reduce or to enlarge the app

tile.

Right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then tap

Unpinning apps

(on selected models)

1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar.

or .

2. Tap to unpin an app.

Right-click on the app to activate the settings bar then tap

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Closing apps

(on selected models) 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

Launching the Apps screen

Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard.

(on selected models)

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 or touchpad.

(on selected models)

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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Charm bar

The Charm bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Notebook PC.

Charm Bar

Launching the Charm bar

NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of

white icons. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated.

Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch the Charm bar.

(on selected models) Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the Charm bar.

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

Press

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Inside the Charm bar

This tool allows you to look for les, applications, or programs in your Notebook 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 les with the devices attached to your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer.

Settings

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

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Snap feature

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

IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC’s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature.

Snap bar

Using Snap

Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to activate and use Snap.

(on selected models)

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.

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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 search pane

Opens the Share pane

Opens the Settings pane

Opens the Devices pane

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 search pane

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

Enables the print screen function

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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! Ensure the Airplane mode is turned o to enable the Wi-Fi function of your Notebook PC. For more details, refer to the Airplane mode section in this manual.

Enabling Wi-Fi

Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using the following steps on your touch screen or touchpad.

1. Launch the Charm bar.

2. Tap and tap .

3. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi connections.

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4. Tap Connect to start the network connection.

NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the

Wi-Fi connection.

5. If you want to enable sharing between your Notebook PC and other wireless-enabled systems, tap Yes, turn on sharing and

connect to devices. Tap No, don't turn on sharing or connect to devices if you do not want to enable the sharing function.

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Bluetooth

Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.

IMPORTANT! Ensure the Airplane mode is turned o to enable the Bluetooth function of your Notebook PC. For more details, refer to the Airplane mode section in this manual.

Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices

You need to pair your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. To do this, use your or touch screen or touchpad as follows:

1. Launch the Charm bar.

2. Tap then tap Change PC Settings.

3. Under PC Settings, select Devices then tap Add a Device to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices.

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4. Select a device from the list. Compare the passcode on your Notebook PC with the passcode sent to your chosen device. If they are the same, tap Yes to successfully pair your Notebook PC with the device.

NOTE: For some bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your Notebook PC.

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Airplane mode

The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you to use your Notebook PC safely while in-ight.

Turning Airplane mode on

1. Launch the Charm bar.

2. Tap and tap .

3. Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode on.

Press .

Turning Airplane mode o

1. Launch the Charm bar.

2. Tap

and tap .

3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode o.

Press .

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

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Turning your Notebook PC off

You can turn o your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures:

• Tap from the Charm bar then tap >

Shut down to do a normal shutdown.

• From the log-in screen, tap > 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: ASUS apps

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Featured ASUS Apps

LifeFrame

Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio les, use your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app.

To launch LifeFrame

Press .

The archive toolbar displays a function's saved files in thumbnail view.

Action button

Modes

Capture button

Webcam settings

Face tracking button

Zoom in/out

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LifeFrame functions

Camera

Use this function to take pictures using your webcam.

Camcorder

Use this function to take videos through your webcam.

Monitor

This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo.

Voice Recorder

Use this function to record audio les in your Notebook PC.

Game

This function lets you play games using the webcam.

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Power4Gear Hybrid

Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear.

NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to Battery Saving mode.

To launch Power4Gear Hybrid

Press .

Select from these power saving modes.

Use these options to customize your power saving mode.

Allows you to hide the desktop icons onscreen and turns the presentation mode on or o.

Performance mode

Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC.

Battery Saving mode

This mode extends your Notebook PC’s battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on battery power only.

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Instant On

Save battery power while your Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode (Deep S3) using Instant On.

NOTE: Deep S3 is a technology that lets you save more battery power while your Notebook PC is on sleep mode.

IMPORTANT! The standby time varies according to your Notebook PC's remaining battery capacity, computer model, conguration, and operating conditions.

Performance mode

This mode is default-enabled in your Notebook PC. It allows the system to return to its last working state in two seconds, even after your Notebook PC has entered into deep sleep mode.

Battery saving mode

This mode enables longer standby times allowing the battery to last for up to thirty (30) days or more. When enabled, it allows the Notebook PC to return to its last working state in as fast as seven seconds after entering deep sleep mode for four hours.

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Tap this to activate the battery saving mode.

USB Charger+

USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge mobile devices via your Notebook PC’s USB charge port.

This feature can also be used even while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (available on selected models only).

NOTE: USB Charger+ is available in your USB 3.0 charge port with the

icon.

WARNING: If your connected device overheats, remove it immediately.

Using the USB Charger+ Settings

The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your Notebook PC is running on battery power and allows you to charge devices while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode.

1. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon

on the desktop

tray, then click

Settings.

2. Tick Enable USB Charger+ in battery mode.

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3. Select one or both of these charging options:

Enable quick charge when the system is running or Enable quick charge when the system is in sleep/hibernate/ shutdown mode.

4. Move the percentage slider to the left or to the right to set the limit for charging devices.

5. Tap OK to save the settings made. Otherwise, tap Cancel.

NOTE: On some models, the USB Charger+ automatically selects both options. You can deselect these two options, if necessary.

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Chapter 5: 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.

Accessing BIOS

Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST.

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BIOS Settings

NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The

actual screens may 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.

Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit

Boot Conguration

Fast Boot [Enabled]

Launch CSM [Disabled]

Driver Option Priorities

Set s the syst em bo ot order

Boot Option Priorities

Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager]

Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option

: Select Screen

→←

: Select Item

↑↓

Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit

2. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1.

Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit

Boot Conguration

Fast Boot [Disabled]

Launch CSM [Disabled]

Driver Option Priorities

Boot Option Priorities

Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager]

Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option

Set s the syst em bo ot order

: Select Screen

Boot Option #1

Windows Boot Manager

Disabled

→←

: 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.

Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit

Password Description

If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set,then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup. If ONLY the user’s password is set, then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights.

Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED

User Password Status NOT INSTALLED

Administrator Password

User Password

HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED

Set Master Password

Set User Password

I/O Interface Security

System Mode state User

Secure Boot state Disabled

Secure Boot Control [Disabled]

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

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 .

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To clear the password:

1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password.

2. Type in the current password then press .

3. Leave the Create New Password eld blank then press

4. Select Yes in the conrmation box then press .

I/O Interface Security

In the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to lock or unlock some interface functions of your Notebook PC.

I/O Interface Security

LAN Network Interface [UnLock]

Wireless Network Interface [UnLock]

HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock]

SATA 2nd HDD Interface [UnLock]

USB Interface Security

Security

Lock

UnLock

LAN Network Interface

If Locked, LAN controller will be disabled.

: Select Screen

→←

: Select Item

↑↓

Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit

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.

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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.

USB Interface Security

USB Interface [UnLock]

External Ports [UnLock]

CMOS Camera [UnLock]

Card Reader [UnLock]

Security

Lock

UnLock

USB Interface

If LOCKED, all USB devices will be disabled

: Select Screen

→←

: Select Item

↑↓

Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit

To lock the USB interface:

1. On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB Interface Security.

2. Select an interface that you would like to lock then select

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.

Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit

Password Description

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 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.

Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit

Save Changes and Exit

Discard Changes and Exit

Save Options

Save Changes

Discard Changes

Restore Defaults

Boot Override

Windows Boot Manager

Launch EFI Shell from lesystem device

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

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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Main Advance Boot Security Save & Exit

POST Logo Type [Static]

Start Easy Flash

Play POST Sound [No]

Speaker Volume [4]

Internal Pointing Device [Enabled]

Wake On Lid Open [Enabled]

Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled]

Legacy USB Support [Enabled]

USB 3.0 Support [Enabled]

ASUS USB Charger+ in battery mode [Disabled]

Trusted Computing

SATA Conguration

Network Stack

Press Enter to run the uti li ty to s ele ct and update BIOS.

: Select Screen

→←

: Select Item

↑↓

Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit

6. Locate your downloaded BIOS le in the ash disk drive then

press .

ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility

FLASH TYPE: Winbond 25X/Q Series

Current BIOS

Platform: U38N

Version: 102.T95

Build Date: Sep 5 2012

Build Time: 09:16:51

FSO

FS1

FS2

FS3

0 EFI <DIR>

New BIOS

Platform: Unknown

Version: Unknown

Build Date: Unknown

Build Time: Unknown

[←→]: Switch [↑↓]: Choose [q]: Exit

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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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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Region Denitions

Region 1

Canada, US, US Territories

Region 2

Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Turkey, UK, Greece, Former Yugoslav Republics, Slovakia

Region 3

Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam

Region 4

Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, Pacic Islands, South America

Region 5

CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea

Region 6

China

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Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models)

The Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high denition (HD) videos and other disc le formats such as DVDs and CDs.

Region Denitions

Region A

North, Central and South American countries, and their territories; Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Japan, Korea (South and North), South East Asian countries and their territories.

Region B

European, African, and South West Asian countries and their territories; Australia and New Zealand.

Region C

Central, South Asian, Eastern European countries and their territories; China and Mongolia.

NOTE: Refer to Blu-ray Disc website at www.blu-raydisc.com/en/ Technical/FAQs/Blu-rayDiscforVideo.aspx for more details.

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Internal Modem Compliancy

The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to dierences between the individual PSTNs provided in dierent countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the rst instance.

Overview

on 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the CTR 21 has been published in the Ocial Journal of the EC. The CTR 21 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMF-dialling which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network).

CTR 21 (Common Technical Regulation) for the attachment requirements for connection to the analogue public switched telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justied case service) in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of dual tone multifrequency signalling.

Network Compatibility Declaration

Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notied Body and the vendor: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notied networks with which the equipment may have inter-working diculties”

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Network Compatibility Declaration

Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notied networks with which the equipment may have inter-working diculties. The manufacturer shall also associate a statement to make it clear where network compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings. It will also advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use the equipment on another network.”

Up to now the Notied Body of CETECOM issued several panEuropean approvals using CTR 21. The results are Europe’s rst modems which do not require regulatory approvals in each individual European country.

Non-Voice Equipment

Answering machines and loud-speaking telephones can be eligible as well as modems, fax machines, auto-dialers and alarm systems. Equipment in which the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded.

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This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.

Country Applied More Testing

Austria

Belgium Yes No

Czech Republic No Not Applicable

Yes No

Denmark

Yes Yes

Finland Yes No

France Yes No

Germany Yes No

Greece Yes No

Hungary No Not Applicable

Iceland Yes No

Ireland Yes No

Italy Still Pending Still Pending

Israel No No

Lichtenstein Yes No

Luxemburg Yes No

The Netherlands

Yes Yes

Norway Yes No

Poland No Not Applicable

Portugal No Not Applicable

Spain No Not Applicable

Sweden Yes No

Switzerland Yes No

United Kingdom Yes No

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This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom. de/technologies/ctr_21.html

1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superuous).

In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller ID facilities.

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

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

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193,

1993. Washington DC: Oce of the Federal Register, National

Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Oce.)

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RF Exposure Information (SAR)

This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government.

The exposure standard employs a unit of measurement known as the Specic Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the EUT transmitting at the specied power level in dierent channels.

Listed below are the highest SAR values for the device as reported to the FCC when placed next to the body:

• 1 W/kg for AB116H (AR5B22)

• 1.48 W/kg NB111H (BCM943228HMB)

The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this device with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this device is on le with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of www. fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid after searching on FCC ID: MSQ-BRCM1058, PPD-AR5B22.

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FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement

WARNING! Any changes or modications not expressly approved by

the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. “The manufacture declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by specied rmware controlled in the USA.”

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specic operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

This device operates within a 5.15-5.25 GHz frequency range and is restricted for indoor use only. Outdoor operation within 5150-5250MHz is prohibited.

Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)

The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sucient:

• Essential requirements as in [Article 3]

• Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a]

• Testing for electric safety according to [EN 60950]

• Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.1b]

• Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301 489-17]

• Eective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2]

• Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2]

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CE Marking

CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth

The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 2006/95/EC “Low voltage directive”.

CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/ EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.

IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specic operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause interference and

• This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.

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Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’ exposition aux ondes radio

Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiations d’ Industrie Canada dénies pour un environnement non-contrôlé. Pour maintenir la conformité avec les exigences d’exposition RF d’IC, veuillez éviter tout contact direct avec l’antenne pendant l’ émission. Les utilisateurs naux doivent suivre les instructions de fonctionnement spéciques pour satisfaire la conformité aux expositions RF.

Son utilisation est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes :

• Cet appareil ne peut pas causer d’interférence, et

• Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les interférences qui pourraient causer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.

Pour éviter les interférences radio avec le service sous licence (c’est à-dire le partage de canal avec les systèmes de téléphonie satellite), cet appareil est destiné à être utilisé en intérieur et loin des fenêtres pour fournir un blindage maximal. Tout appareil (ou son antenne d’ émission) qui est installé en extérieur est sujet à cette licence.

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Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent Domains

N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11

Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14

Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13

France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands

Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are:

• 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz)

• 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz

NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz.

There are few possibilities for outdoor use: on private property or on the private property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.5–2483.5 MHz band. Use outdoors on public property is not permitted.

In the departments listed below, for the entire 2.4 GHz band:

• Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW

• Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW

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Departments in which the use of the 2400–2483.5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors:

01 Ain 02 Aisne 03 Allier

05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Ariège

11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente

24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Drôme

32 Gers 36 Indre 37 Indre et Loire

41 Loir et Cher 45 Loiret 50 Manche

55 Meuse 58 Nièvre 59 Nord

60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme

64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales 67 Bas Rhin

68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Saône 71 Saône et Loire

75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse

88 Vosges 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort

94 Val de Marne

This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.arcep.fr)

NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW.

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UL Safety Notices

Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).

When using the Notebook PC modem, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

• DO NOT use the Notebook PC near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

• DO NOT use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

• DO NOT use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.

Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction.

• Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a re, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to re or explosion.

• Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to re or explosion. Use only UL certied power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers.

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Power Safety Requirement

Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2.

TV Tuner Notices

Note to CATV System Installer—Cable distribution system should be grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable – installation should include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the earth at the building entrance.

REACH

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

Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)

CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English)

ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente. (Italian)

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VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German)

ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. (Danish)

VARNING! Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. (Swedish)

VAROITUS! Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti. (Finnish)

ATTENTION! Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mêre type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French)

ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian)

(Japanese)

ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного типа возможно его возгорание. Утилизируйте аккумулятор в соответствии с инструкциями производителя. (Russian)

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Optical Drive Safety Information

Laser Safety Information

CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

WARNING! To prevent exposure to the optical drive’s laser, do not

attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance.

Service warning label

WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE

INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.

CDRH Regulations

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.

WARNING! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specied herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Macrovision Corporation Product Notice

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.A. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only

authorized by Macrovision Corporation

disassembly is prohibited.

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unless otherwise

. Reverse engineering or

CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)

Danish

Dutch

English

Finnish

French

German

Greek

Italian

Portuguese

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Spanish

Swedish

ENERGY STAR complied product

ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy ecient products and practices.

All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on the keyboard. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benets to the environment. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program.

NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems.

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European Union Eco-label

This Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the following characteristics:

1. Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by modes.

2. Limited use of toxic heavy metals.

3. Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health.

4. Reduction of the use of natural resources by encouraging recycling.

5. Designed for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providing compatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, the memory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive.

6. Reduced solid waste through takeback policy.

For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Eco-label website at http://www.ecolabel.eu.

Prevention of Hearing Loss

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.

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Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and

Complies with

IDA Standards

DB103778

Declaration

ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.htm for information disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with:

Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations

EU REACH SVHC

Korea RoHS

Swiss Energy Laws

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 detailed recycling information in dierent regions.

Coating Notice

IMPORTANT! To provide electrical insulation and maintain electrical safety, a coating is applied to insulate the device except on the areas where the I/O ports are located.

Regional notice for Singapore

This ASUS product complies with IDA Standards.

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EC Declaration of Conformity

We, the undersigned,

Manufacturer:

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

Address, City:

4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C.

Country:

TAIWAN

Authorized representative in Europe:

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH

Address, City:

HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN

Country:

GERMANY

declare the following apparatus:

Product name : Notebook PC

Model name : U38D, U38N

conform with the essential requirements of the following directives:

2004/108/EC-EMC Directive

EN 55022:2010 EN 61000-3-2:2006+A2:2009 EN 55013:2001+A1:2003+A2:2006

EN 55024:2010 EN 61000-3-3:2008 EN 55020:2007+A11:2011

1999/5/EC-R &TTE Directive

EN 300 328 V1.7.1(2006-10) EN 300 440-1 V1.6.1(2010-08) EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1(2010-08) EN 301 511 V9.0.2(2003-03) EN 301 908-1 V5.2.1(2011-05) EN 301 908-2 V5.2.1(2011-07) EN 301 893 V1.6.1(2011-11) EN 302 544-2 V1.1.1(2009-01) EN 302 623 V1.1.1(2009-01) EN 300 330-1 V1.7.1(2010-02) EN 300 330-2 V1.5.1(2010-02) EN 50360:2001 EN 62479:2010

EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2(2011-09) EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1(2002-08) EN 301 489-4 V1.4.1(2009-05) EN 301 489-7 V1.3.1(2005-11) EN 301 489-9 V1.4.1(2007-11) EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1(2009-05) EN 301 489-24 V1.5.1(2010-09) EN 302 326-2 V1.2.2(2007-06) EN 302 326-3 V1.3.1(2007-09) EN 301 357-2 V1.4.1(2008-11) EN 62209-2(2010-06) EN 62311:2008

2006/95/EC-LVD Directive

EN 60950-1 / A1:2010

EN 60950-1 / A12:2011

EN 60065:2002 / A2:2010

EN 60065:2002 / A12:2011

2009/125/EC-ErP Directive

Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008

Regulation (EC) No. 642/2009

Regulation (EC) No. 278/2009

2011/65/EU-RoHS Directive Ver. 121001

CE marking

Declaration Date: Nov. 23, 2012

Year to begin affixing CE marking:2012

Position : CEO

Name : Jerry Shen

Signature : __________

(EC conformity marking)

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Asus U38N User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

About this manual

Conventions used in this manual

Icons

Typography

Safety precautions

Using your Notebook PC

Caring for your Notebook PC

Proper disposal

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to know your Notebook PC

Top View

Bottom

Right Side

Left Side

Connecting external devices (on selected models)

External display

Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

Getting started

Charge your Notebook PC.

Lift to open the display panel.

Press the power button.

Gestures for the touch screen (on selected models) and touchpad

Using the touch screen (on selected models)

Using the touchpad

Using the keyboard

Function keys

Function keys for ASUS Apps

Windows®8 keys

Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

Windows® 8 lock screen

Windows® UI

Start screen

Windows® Apps

Hotspots

Working with Windows® apps

Launching apps

Customizing apps

Closing apps

Accessing the Apps screen

Charm bar

Snap feature

Other keyboard shortcuts

Connecting to wireless networks

Wi-Fi

Bluetooth

Airplane mode

Turning your Notebook PC off

Putting your Notebook PC to sleep

Chapter 4: ASUS apps

Featured ASUS Apps

LifeFrame

Power4Gear Hybrid

Instant On

USB Charger+

Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST)

The Power-on Self Test (POST)

Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot

BIOS

Accessing BIOS

BIOS Settings

Troubleshoot

Refresh your PC

Reset your PC

Advanced options

Appendices

DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models)

Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models)

Internal Modem Compliancy

Overview

Network Compatibility Declaration

Network Compatibility Declaration

Non-Voice Equipment

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

RF Exposure Information (SAR)

FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement

Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)