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E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
E7495 Notebook PC User Guide for Windows® 8 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 1 8/13/12 2:47:52 PM
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... the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your...
... the Charm bar 16 Snap feature...17 Wi-Fi connection 18 Disabling Airplane mode 18 Enabling Wi-Fi 18 Function keys...20 Function keys for ASUS Apps 21 Featured ASUS Apps 22 LifeFrame...22 Power4Gear Hybrid 24 USB Charger 26 Instant On...28 Remove everything and reinstall Windows 29 Shutting down your...
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..., you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that ...must be followed to keep you should press on your Notebook PC. This message contains vital information that must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that...
..., you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used for completing a series of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC. = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. WARNING! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that ...must be followed to keep you should press on your Notebook PC. This message contains vital information that must be used as follows: IMPORTANT! NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that...
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... Step 3: Personalize Step 4: Wireless NOTE: This step allows you to connect to the internet during the setup process. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in using your local account or Microsoft account depending on the settings you will only be prompted... a local account during the setup process. The setup process consists of steps where you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. If you do so, you can enable both of these sign in Step 4.
... Step 3: Personalize Step 4: Wireless NOTE: This step allows you to connect to the internet during the setup process. Step 5: Settings Step 6: Sign in to your Notebook PC NOTE: Windows® 8 prompts you to sign in using your local account or Microsoft account depending on the settings you will only be prompted... a local account during the setup process. The setup process consists of steps where you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC: Using your Notebook PC. If you do so, you can enable both of these sign in Step 4.
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Click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC . 2. Sign in to proceed. 3. Starting up . The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable... when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. ...
Click on the touchpad or press any key on your Notebook PC . 2. Sign in to proceed. 3. Starting up . The Start screen appears next, indicating that you have successfully signed in using your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 8 8/13/12 2:47:54 PM NOTE: Steps 2-4 are also applicable... when restarting your local account or Microsoft account. 4. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up Windows® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. ...
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Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your Notebook PC. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you can be customized to provide a one place. It also ... that you to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. Each of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to your Notebook PC. NOTE: Some apps require signing in to run Windows® apps.
Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your Notebook PC. Windows® UI Windows® 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you can be customized to provide a one place. It also ... that you to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start Screen. Each of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to your Notebook PC. NOTE: Some apps require signing in to run Windows® apps.
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Hover your Notebook PC. Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you launched more than one app, slide down to show all launched apps. Hotspots on a launched app Hotspot upper left ...
Hover your Notebook PC. Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you launched more than one app, slide down to show all launched apps. Hotspots on a launched app Hotspot upper left ...
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Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it . Press enter ...
Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it . Press enter ...
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The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z.
The All Apps icon is automatically selected so just press enter. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 13 13 8/13/12 2:47:59 PM Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. Horizontal scroll bar Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. From the Start screen, press Windows key + Z.
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... launch the Charm bar. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your mouse pointer on the right side of white...
... launch the Charm bar. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your mouse pointer on the right side of white...
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... allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Share This tool allows you to a recently... to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This tool reverts the display back to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to the Start screen.
... allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to your Notebook PC. 16 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 16 8/13/12 2:48:02 PM Share This tool allows you to a recently... to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This tool reverts the display back to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to the Start screen.
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... on the top side of your display into two. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your screen. 3. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your...
... on the top side of your display into two. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your screen. 3. Snap bar Activating Snap Use your Notebook PC. Launch an app then press the Windows key + . Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your...
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Launch the Charm bar. 2. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Activate the Charm bar. 2. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. Press fn + f2. Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and ...share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC using the following steps: 1. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM The Airplane mode should be turned off ....
Launch the Charm bar. 2. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC's Wi-Fi connection. Activate the Charm bar. 2. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC's touchpad or keyboard to enable this mode. 1. Press fn + f2. Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and ...share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC using the following steps: 1. appears instead 18 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 18 8/13/12 2:48:04 PM The Airplane mode should be turned off ....
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... NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off fn + f8 activates the second screen NOTE:... Ensure that the second screen is connected to enable or disable fn + f10 turns the speaker on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down fn + f12 turns the speaker volume...
... NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 fn + f2 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode turns Airplane mode on or off fn + f8 activates the second screen NOTE:... Ensure that the second screen is connected to enable or disable fn + f10 turns the speaker on selected models) increases keyboard brightness for Notebook PC models with a keyboard backlight fn + f4 (on or off fn + f11 turns the speaker volume down fn + f12 turns the speaker volume...
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launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 24 for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Function keys for more details) fn + spacebar launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app (see page 22 for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps.
launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 24 for ASUS Apps Your Notebook PC also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. Function keys for more details) fn + spacebar launches the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid app (see page 22 for more details) e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 21 21 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM fn + C fn + V toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to launch ASUS apps.
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Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame. To launch LifeFrame Press fn + V Archive toolbar Action button Modes Capture Function settings Face Tracker Zoom in/out Review bar 22 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 22 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM
Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using this app. Featured ASUS Apps LifeFrame Enhance your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using LifeFrame. To launch LifeFrame Press fn + V Archive toolbar Action button Modes Capture Function settings Face Tracker Zoom in/out Review bar 22 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 22 8/13/12 2:48:09 PM
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Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM Voice Recorder Use this function to record audio files in your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. Camcorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam. Game This function lets you use your Notebook PC.
Monitor This function lets you play games using your webcam. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 23 23 8/13/12 2:48:10 PM Voice Recorder Use this function to record audio files in your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. Camcorder Use this function to take pictures using the webcam. LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take videos through your webcam. Game This function lets you use your Notebook PC.
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Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to enable/disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode. 24 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 24 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear.
Settings Allows you to Battery Saving mode. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from these power plan modes. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to enable/disable the desktop icons and the presentation mode. 24 e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 24 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear.
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To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on Settings. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only.
To customize, click the Battery Saving icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC's battery life while plugged in to the power adapter or while running on Settings. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Notebook PC. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 25 25 8/13/12 2:48:11 PM To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on battery power only.
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Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on battery power. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. Tick ... is running on selected models). USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. This also allows you to charge devices while your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. NOTE: USB Charger+ is on the ...
Using the USB Charger+ Settings The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on battery power. Right-click on the USB Charger+ icon on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode. 1. Tick ... is running on selected models). USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC's USB charge port. This also allows you to charge devices while your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. NOTE: USB Charger+ is on the ...