Asus V551LB User Manual

Notebook PC

E-Manual

Notebook PC E-Manual

E8134

First Edition March 2013

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Table of Contents

About this manual .....................................................................................................7

Conventions used in this manual .............................................................................9

Icons ....................................................................................................................................9

Typography ....................................................................................................................... 9

Safety precautions.....................................................................................................10

Using your Notebook PC .............................................................................................. 10

Caring for your Notebook PC .....................................................................................11

Proper disposal ................................................................................................................ 12

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to know your Notebook PC ...................................................................14

Top View ............................................................................................................................. 14

Bottom ................................................................................................................................ 20

Right Side ..........................................................................................................................22

Left Side .............................................................................................................................23

Front Side ..........................................................................................................................24

Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

Getting started ...........................................................................................................26

Charge your Notebook PC. ..........................................................................................26

Lift to open the display panel. ....................................................................................28

Press the power button. ...............................................................................................28

Gestures for the touch screen and touchpad ..................................................29

Using the touch screen ................................................................................................. 29

Using the touchpad ....................................................................................................... 31

Using the keyboard ...................................................................................................38

Function keys ................................................................................................................... 38

Function keys for ASUS Apps ..................................................................................... 39

Windows®8 keys .............................................................................................................40

Multimedia control keys (on selected models) .................................................... 40

Numeric keypad (on selected models) ................................................................... 41

Using the optical drive .............................................................................................42

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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

Starting for the ﬁrst time .........................................................................................46

Windows® 8 lock screen ...........................................................................................46

Windows® UI ................................................................................................................47

Start screen .......................................................................................................................47

Windows® Apps ..............................................................................................................47

Hotspots ............................................................................................................................. 48

Working with Windows® apps ...............................................................................51

Launching apps ............................................................................................................... 51

Customizing apps ........................................................................................................... 51

Accessing the Apps screen .......................................................................................... 54

Charms bar ........................................................................................................................ 57

Snap feature .....................................................................................................................60

Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................62

Connecting to wireless networks ........................................................................64

Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................................................... 64

Bluetooth .......................................................................................................................... 66

Airplane mode ................................................................................................................. 68

Connecting to wired networks ............................................................................. 69

Conﬁguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection ....................................69

Conﬁguring a static IP network connection .........................................................71

Turning your Notebook PC off ..............................................................................72

Putting your Notebook PC to sleep .........................................................................72

Chapter 4: ASUS apps

Featured ASUS Apps .................................................................................................74

LifeFrame ........................................................................................................................... 74

Power4Gear Hybrid ........................................................................................................ 76

Instant On .......................................................................................................................... 78

ASUS VivoBook App Launcher ................................................................................... 79

Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST)

The Power-on Self Test (POST ) ..............................................................................86

Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot...................................................... 86

BIOS ................................................................................................................................86

Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................................86

BIOS Settings .................................................................................................................... 87

Troubleshoot ...............................................................................................................97

Refresh your PC ...............................................................................................................97

Reset your PC ...................................................................................................................98

Advanced options .......................................................................................................... 99

Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC

Upgrading memory modules ...............................................................................102

Tips and FAQs

Useful tips for your Notebook PC ........................................................................108

Hardware FAQs ...........................................................................................................109

Software FAQs ............................................................................................................. 112

Appendices

DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ........................................... 116

Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ....................................... 118

Internal Modem Compliancy...................................................................................... 118

Overview ............................................................................................................................ 119

Network Compatibility Declaration ......................................................................... 119

Non-Voice Equipment ..................................................................................................119

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ................... 121

FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement ................................. 122

Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) .................................. 123

CE Marking ........................................................................................................................ 123

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IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ...................................................... 124

Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio ... 125

Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains ........................................... 126

France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands ....................................................... 126

UL Safety Notices ............................................................................................................ 128

Power Safety Requirement..........................................................................................129

TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 129

REACH ................................................................................................................................. 129

Macrovision Corporation Product Notice .............................................................. 129

Prevention of Hearing Loss ......................................................................................... 129

Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ........................................... 130

Optical Drive Safety Information ..............................................................................131

CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) ..............................132

ENERGY STAR complied product .............................................................................. 134

European Union Eco-label ........................................................................................... 134

Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .................. 135

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services .......................................................................... 135

Regional notice for Singapore ...................................................................................135

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)

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

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Chapter 6: Upgrading your Notebook PC

This chapter guides you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts 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.

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 touchscreen.

= 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.

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.

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.

15” model

14” model

1 2 3 -

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Microphone

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

Camera

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

Display panel

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

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.

Status indicators

The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC.

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.

Two-color battery charge indicator

The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the

battery’s charge status. Refer to the following table for details:

Color Status

Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to

a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%.

Solid Orange The Notebook PC is plugged

to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%.

Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running on

battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%.

Lights o The Notebook PC is running on

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battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to 100%.

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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.

Number lock indicator (on selected models)

This indicator lights up when the number lock

function is activated. This allows you to use some of the keys on your keyboard for numeric input.

Capital lock indicator

This indicator lights up when the capital lock

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

ASUS Vivo key

Press this key to launch the ASUS VivoBook app.

NOTE: For more information, refer to the ASUS VivoBook section in this manual.

Numeric keypad (on selected models)

The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for numeric input and as pointer direction keys.

NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad (on selected models) 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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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 speaker allows 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

15” and 14" model

Memory card reader

This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats.

Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port

This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplied speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone.

USB 2.0 port

This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.

Optical drive

Your Notebook PC’s optical drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs.

Optical disc drive eject button

Press this button to eject the optical drive tray.

Left Side

15” and 14" model

Kensington® security slot

The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products.

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.

LAN port

Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area network.

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HDMI port

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

USB 3.0 ports

These USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to USB 2.0.

Front Side

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

Status indicators

The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC.

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.

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.

IMPORTANT!

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

• When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the 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)

- Rating output voltage: 19V

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Lift to open the display panel.

Press the power button.

Gestures for the touch screen 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 and touchpad.

Using the touch screen

Left edge swipe Right edge swipe

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

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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.