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Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...17 Right Side...19 Left Side...22 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Using the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard...34 HotKeys...34 Function keys...35 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...17 Right Side...19 Left Side...22 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Using the touchpad 27 Using the keyboard...34 HotKeys...34 Function keys...35 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Snap hotspots...46 Action Center...48 Other keyboard shortcuts 49 Connecting to wireless networks 51 Wi-Fi...51 Bluetooth...52 Airplane mode...53 Turning your Notebook PC off 54 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 55 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 58 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 58 BIOS...58 Accessing BIOS...58 BIOS Settings...59 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Snap hotspots...46 Action Center...48 Other keyboard shortcuts 49 Connecting to wireless networks 51 Wi-Fi...51 Bluetooth...52 Airplane mode...53 Turning your Notebook PC off 54 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 55 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 58 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 58 BIOS...58 Accessing BIOS...58 BIOS Settings...59 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 70 Hardware FAQs...71 Software FAQs...74 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 78 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 80 Internal Modem Compliancy 80 Overview...81 Network Compatibility Declaration 81 Non-Voice Equipment...81 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 84 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 85 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 85 Compliance...
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 70 Hardware FAQs...71 Software FAQs...74 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 78 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 80 Internal Modem Compliancy 80 Overview...81 Network Compatibility Declaration 81 Non-Voice Equipment...81 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 84 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 85 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 85 Compliance...
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... to use POST to for your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of your Notebook PC. 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 3: Working with your Notebook PC...
... to use POST to for your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of your Notebook PC. 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 3: Working with your Notebook PC...
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... near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near...
... near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in...
Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in...
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... an external microphone. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. Color Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC...
... an external microphone. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. Color Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC...
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... battery used in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that it on for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to disassemble...
... battery used in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that it on for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to disassemble...
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Using the keyboard HotKeys The HotKeys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Enables or disables the touchpad Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
Using the keyboard HotKeys The HotKeys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Enables or disables the touchpad Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to do these common activities: • Start programs or Windows® apps • Open commonly used programs or Windows® apps • Adjust Notebook PC settings • Get help with the Windows operating system • Turn off your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen...
... Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to do these common activities: • Start programs or Windows® apps • Open commonly used programs or Windows® apps • Adjust Notebook PC settings • Get help with the Windows operating system • Turn off your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen...
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... a trained service personnel. WARNING! The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using any of...
... a trained service personnel. WARNING! The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using any of...
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... information. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select Restart now under Advanced startup. EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only.
... information. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select Restart now under Advanced startup. EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only.
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Notebook PC E-Manual 61 It also allows you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface.
Notebook PC E-Manual 61 It also allows you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface.
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Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1.
Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1.
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.... This option allows you refresh your data before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Using this option. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to avoid data loss. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before resetting your system...
.... This option allows you refresh your data before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Using this option. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to avoid data loss. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before resetting your system...
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... ensure all external devices and ensure you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data...
... ensure all external devices and ensure you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data...
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... affect your Notebook PC may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory. You can...
... affect your Notebook PC may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory. You can...
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... Notebook PC E-Manual Why is my touchpad not working ? What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is...
... Notebook PC E-Manual Why is my touchpad not working ? What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is...
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...; Remove all connected USB devices then restart your system. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Delete the applications you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this? Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on your Notebook PC. • If the problem...
...; Remove all connected USB devices then restart your system. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Delete the applications you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this? Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on your Notebook PC. • If the problem...
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...set 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 92 Notebook PC E-Manual Please refer to sleep within 10 and 30 minutes of ASUS product is NOT supported... the mouse or press any key on regulation requirements. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on power management and its benefits to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of user inactivity....
...set 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 92 Notebook PC E-Manual Please refer to sleep within 10 and 30 minutes of ASUS product is NOT supported... the mouse or press any key on regulation requirements. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on power management and its benefits to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of user inactivity....
