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  • Page 1 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 2 Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using the touch screen* ....................31 Using the touchpad ....................... 33 Using the keyboard ....................40 Function keys ........................40 Function keys for ASUS Apps ..................41 Windows®8 keys ......................42 Multimedia control keys* .................... 42 Numeric keypad* ......................43 Using the optical disc drive ..................44...
  • Page 4 Turning your Notebook PC off ................74 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep ................. 74 Chapter 4: ASUS apps Featured ASUS Apps ....................76 Power4Gear Hybrid ......................76 USB Charger+ ........................80 ASUS Instant Key Menu ....................82 ASUS Console ........................85 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 5 Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) The Power-on Self Test (POST) ................94 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot............94 BIOS ..........................94 Accessing BIOS ........................ 94 BIOS Settings ........................95 Troubleshoot .......................105 Refresh your PC ....................... 105 Reset your PC ........................106 Advanced options ......................
  • Page 6 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) ......134 ENERGY STAR complied product ................136 European Union Eco-label ................... 136 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ....137 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ................137 Regional notice for Singapore ................... 137 Japan Technical Conformity Mark ................138 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    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.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Manual

    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.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Using your Notebook PC This Notebook PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between °C (1°F) and 3°C (°F). Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating.

  • Page 10: Caring For Your Notebook Pc

    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.

  • Page 11: Proper Disposal

    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.
  • Page 12 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 14: Getting To Know Your Notebook Pc

    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. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 15: Display Panel

    To create a new preset, press and hold this button to launch the ASUS Instant Key Menu then configure the settings. NOTE: • For more details on creating presets, refer to the ASUS Instant Key Menu section in this manual. • For more details on using the ASUS Console app, refer to the ASUS Console section in this manual.

  • Page 16: Power Button

    Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or off. 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 () seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down.

  • Page 17: Two-Color Battery Charge Indicator

    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.

  • Page 18: Drive Activity Indicator

    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.

  • Page 19: Bottom

    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 specifications for this Notebook PC.

  • Page 20: Audio Speakers

    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.

  • Page 21: Right Side

    Right Side Memory card reader This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats. USB 3.0 port This USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to  Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB .0. Optical disc drive Your Notebook PC’s optical disc drive may support several disc formats such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
  • Page 22 Optical disc drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical disc drive tray. Optical disc drive manual eject hole The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not work. WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button does not work.

  • Page 23: Left Side

    Left Side 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.
  • Page 24 Mini DisplayPort port Use this port to connect your Notebook PC to a DisplayPort or VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display. USB 3.0 port This USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 port provides a transfer rate of up to  Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB .0. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the icon comes with the USB Charger+...

  • Page 25: Front Side

    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. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 26 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 27: Chapter 2: Using Your Notebook Pc

    Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 28: Getting Started

    Getting started Charge your Notebook PC. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~0V power source. 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 first time. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your region.
  • Page 29 IMPORTANT! • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to a grounded power adapter before turning it on for the first time. • When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be near to the unit and easily accessible. •...

  • Page 30: Lift To Open The Display Panel

    Lift to open the display panel. Press the power button. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 31: Gestures For The Touch Screen* And Touchpad

    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...
  • Page 32 Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers Spread apart your two fingers on on the touch panel. the touch panel. Top edge swipe Finger slide • In the Start screen, swipe Slide your finger to scroll up from the top edge of the and down and slide your finger screen to view the All Apps to pan the screen left or right.

  • Page 33: Using The Touchpad

    Using the 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 touchpad. Moving the pointer You can tap or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.
  • Page 34 One-finger gestures Tap/Double tap • In the Start screen, tap an app to launch it. • In Desktop mode, double-tap an application to launch it. Drag and drop Double-tap an item, then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad.
  • Page 35 Left-click Right-click • In the Start screen, click an • In the Start screen, click an app to launch it. app to select it and launch the settings bar. You can also • In Desktop mode, double- press this button to launch click an application to the All Apps bar.
  • Page 36 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 shuffle Swipe the right edge to launch the Charms bar.

  • Page 37: Two-Finger Gestures

    Two-finger gestures Rotate Tap two fingers on the touchpad To rotate an image, place two to simulate the right-click fingers on the touchpad then function. turn one finger clockwise or counterclockwise while the other stays still. Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or Slide two fingers to scroll left or down.
  • Page 38 Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers on Spread apart your two fingers on the touchpad. the touchpad. Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other finger, slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a new location.

  • Page 39: Three-Finger Gestures

    Three-finger gestures Swipe up Swipe down Swipe three fingers upward to Swipe three fingers downward to show all running applications. show the Desktop mode. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 40: Using The Keyboard

    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 off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off...

  • Page 41: Function Keys For Asus Apps

    Turns the speaker volume up 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...

  • Page 42: Windows®8 Keys

    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.

  • Page 43: Numeric Keypad

    Numeric keypad* A numeric keypad is available on selected Notebook PC models. You can use this keypad for numeric input or as pointer direction keys. Press toggle between using the keypad as number keys or as pointer direction keys. * on selected models only Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 44: Using The Optical Disc Drive

    Using the optical disc drive NOTE: The actual location of the electronic eject button may vary depending on your Notebook PC model. Inserting an optical disc While the Notebook PC is on, press the electronic eject button to partially eject the optical disc drive tray.
  • Page 45 Push down the disc’s plastic hub until it snaps onto the optical disc drive hub. Push the drive tray gently to close the optical disc drive. NOTE: While data is being read, it is normal to hear some spinning and vibrating in the optical disc drive.
  • Page 46 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 47: Chapter 3: Working With Windows

    Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 48: Starting For The First Time

    Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8 operating system. To start your Notebook PC for the first time: Press the power button on your Notebook PC.

  • Page 49: Windows ® Ui

    ® Windows 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.

  • Page 50: Hotspots

    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 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 51 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...
  • Page 52 Hotspot Action top side Hover your mouse pointer on the top side until it changes to a hand icon. Drag then drop the app to a new location. NOTE: This hotspot function only works on a running app or when you want to use the Snap feature.

  • Page 53: Working With Windows ® Apps

    ® Working with Windows apps Use your Notebook PC’s touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps. Launching apps Tap an app to launch it.* Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it. Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps.
  • Page 54 Resizing apps Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar. * to reduce or to enlarge the app tile. * Right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then Unpinning apps Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar.* to unpin an app.* Right-click on the app to activate the settings bar then...

  • Page 55: Closing Apps

    Closing apps Tap and hold the top side of the running app then drag it down to the bottom of the screen to close it.* Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon.

  • Page 56: Accessing The Apps Screen

    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 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 57 Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touch screen*, touchpad, or keyboard. Swipe from the top or bottom edge of the screen to launch the All Apps bar.* to show all installed apps in your Notebook PC.* Swipe from the top edge to launch the All Apps bar.
  • Page 58 Pinning more apps on the Start screen You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touch screen* or touchpad. In the Apps screen, swipe down the app to select and launch the settings bar.* to pin the selected app on the Start screen.* Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to pin on the Start screen.

  • Page 59: Charms Bar

    Charms bar The Charms 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. Charms bar Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 60: Launching The Charms Bar

    Launching the Charms bar NOTE: When called out, the Charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons. The image above shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated. Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen*, touchpad, or keyboard to launch the Charms bar.
  • Page 61 Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Share This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This charm reverts the display back to the Start screen. From the Start screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.

  • Page 62: Snap Feature

    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 13 x 8 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. Snap bar Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 63 Using Snap Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen*, touchpad, or keyboard to activate and use Snap. Launch the app you wish to snap.* 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.* Launch another app.* Launch the app you wish to snap.

  • Page 64: Other Keyboard Shortcuts

    Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows®8. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File charm Opens the Share charm...
  • Page 65 Opens the Second screen pane Opens the Apps search pane Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings charm Opens a menu box of Windows® tools Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings Enables the print screen function Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 66: Connecting To Wireless Networks

    Connecting to wireless networks Wi-Fi Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC’s Wi-Fi connection. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Wi-Fi connection of your Notebook PC.
  • Page 67 Tap*/click Connect to start the network connection. NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi connection. If you want to enable sharing between your Notebook PC and other wireless-enabled systems, tap Yes, turn on sharing and connect to devices. Tap*/click No, don't turn on sharing or connect to devices if you do not want to enable the sharing function.

  • Page 68: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth- enabled devices. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your Notebook PC. Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices You need to pair your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers.
  • Page 69 Select a device from the list. Compare the passcode on your Notebook PC with the passcode sent to your chosen device. If they are the same, tap*/click 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.

  • Page 70: Airplane Mode

    Airplane mode The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you to use your Notebook PC safely while in-flight. Turning Airplane mode on Launch the Charms bar. Tap*/click and tap*/click Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode on. Press Turning Airplane mode off Launch the Charms bar.

  • Page 71: Connecting To Wired Networks

    Connecting to wired networks You can also connect to wired networks, such as local area networks and broadband Internet connection, using your Notebook PC’s LAN port. NOTE: Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or your network administrator for assistance in setting up your Internet connection.
  • Page 72 Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) then click Properties. Click Obtain an IP address automatically then click OK. NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. Return to the Network and Sharing Center window then click Set up a new connection or network.

  • Page 73: Configuring A Static Ip Network Connection

    Configuring a static IP network connection Repeat steps 1 to  under Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection. Click Use the following IP address. Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway from your service provider. If needed, you can also type the preferred DNS server address and alternate DNS server address then tap OK.

  • Page 74: Turning Your Notebook Pc Off

    Turning your Notebook PC off You can turn off your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures: from the Charms bar then • Tap*/click > Shut down to do a normal tap*/click shutdown. • From the log-in screen, tap*/click >...

  • Page 75: Chapter 4: Asus Apps

    Chapter 4: ASUS apps Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 76: Featured Asus Apps

    Featured ASUS Apps Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in PowerGear. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from its power adapter automatically switches PowerGear Hybrid to Battery Saving mode. Launching Power4Gear Hybrid Press...
  • Page 77 Running System This option allows you to enable either of the following power saving modes in your Notebook PC. NOTE: By default, your Notebook PC is set to Performance mode. Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC.
  • Page 78 System in Sleep This option allows you to enable or disable either of the following sleep modes: Instant On This mode is default-enabled in your Notebook PC. It allows the system to return to its last working state even after your Notebook PC has entered into sleep mode.
  • Page 79 Long Standby Time This mode allows your Notebook PC’s battery to last for up to sixty-nine () days or more. When enabled, the Notebook PC returns to its last working state in as fast as seven seconds, four hours after entering into deep sleep mode.

  • Page 80: Usb Charger

    USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge devices using your Notebook PC’s USB 3.0 charge port with the icon. WARNING: If your connected device overheats, remove it immediately. Setting the quick-charge limit By default, your Notebook PC can support quick-charging via the USB Charger+ port while on power adapter mode.
  • Page 81 Move the percentage slider to the left or to the right to set the limit for charging devices. NOTE: The default limit is set to 0% but you can set the quick-charge limit from 0% to %. Click OK to save and exit. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 82: Available Presets

    The ASUS Instant Key Menu allows you to configure the preset function of your Instant key button. Launching the ASUS Instant Key Menu Press and hold the Instant key button to launch the ASUS Instant Key Menu. Available Presets You can configure the Instant key button as a preset for any of the...
  • Page 83 Function Description Video Magic Launches Video Magic for video playback, editing, and format conversion Countdown Timer Launches a countdown timer for sleep, shut down, or hibernate Touchpad Lock Allows you to enable or disable the touchpad Output Display Selector Allows you to switch between using your Notebook PC’s display panel, an external monitor, or a duplicate monitor Wireless Connectivity...
  • Page 84 Creating presets for your Instant key By default, quickly pressing the Instant key launches the ASUS Console app. To switch to another preset, refer to the following steps: Press and hold the Instant Key button until the ASUS Instant Key Menu appears.

  • Page 85: Asus Console

    Notebook PC. Launching ASUS Console Tap*/click on the Start screen or on the Desktop. NOTE: The ASUS Console is also the default preset of your Instant key button. * on selected models only ASUS Console home page close button...

  • Page 86: System Information

    This app shows an overview of your Notebook PC’s system information in terms of storage and memory space. Power4Gear The PowerGear app inside the ASUS Console home page allows you to quickly switch between these two power saving options: Performance and Battery Saving.
  • Page 87 ASUS Cloud Tap*/click this app to launch the ASUS Cloud Services home page and get quick access to the following cloud-based apps: ASUS Webstorage and Live Update. ASUS Cloud Services home page Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 88 Notebook PC so you can use the keyboard more conveniently. Move this switch to the left or right to toggle between OFF and ON. Tutorial Launch the ASUS Tutorial and ASUS Smart Gesture videos by tapping*/clicking on the icons inside the Tutorial app. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 89 AudioWizard allows you to customize the sound modes of your Notebook PC for a clearer audio output that fits actual usage scenarios. To use AudioWizard: Tap*/click AudioWizard on the ASUS Console home page. In the AudioWizard window, tap*/click the sound mode you want to activate.
  • Page 90 Splendid Tap*/click this app to launch the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology window and switch between these display modes: Normal, Theater, Vivid, Manual. To use Splendid: Tap*/click Splendid on the ASUS Console home page. In the ASUS Splendid Technology window, tap*/click the mode you want to activate.
  • Page 91 This app allows you to launch the Blu-ray Disc Suite of your Notebook PC. Using this feature, you can play Blu-ray or DVD discs, edit videos, and convert video files into other formats. ASUS Instant Key Menu This app launches the ASUS Instant Key Menu. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 92 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 93: Chapter 5: Power-On Self Test (Post)

    Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 94: The Power-On Self Test (Post)

    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.

  • Page 95: Bios Settings

    BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ 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. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.
  • Page 96 and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Press Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Sets the system boot order Fast Boot [Enabled] Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option Priorities...
  • Page 97 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 •...
  • Page 98 To set the password: On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. Type in a password then press Re-type to confirm the password then press To clear the password: On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password.
  • Page 99 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. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Security If Locked, LAN I/O Interface Security controller will be disabled.
  • Page 100 USB Interface Security Through the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Security If Locked, all USB Interface Security USB device will be disabled USB Interface...
  • Page 101 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. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 102 Save & Exit To keep your configuration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Exit system setup Save Changes and Exit after saving the Discard Changes and Exit changes.

  • Page 103: To Update The Bios

    To update the BIOS: Verify the Notebook PC’s exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC.
  • Page 104 Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then press ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L Series New BIOS Current BIOS Platform: Unknown Platform: N550 Version: Unknown Version: 101 Build Date: Unknown Build Date: Oct 26 2012 Build Time: Unknown Build Time: 11:51:05 0 EFI...

  • Page 105: Troubleshoot

    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 files and applications.

  • Page 106: Reset Pc

    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: Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot.

  • Page 107: Advanced Options

    Advanced options Use Advanced options to perform additional troubleshooting options in your Notebook PC. To access this during POST: Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot. Tap Advanced options.
  • Page 108 In the Advanced options screen, select System Image Recovery. Choose an account you would like to recover using a system image file. Type your account password then tap Continue. 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.

  • Page 109: Faqs (Frequently Asked Questions)

    FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 110: Useful Tips For Your Notebook Pc

    • Use ASUS Live Update to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in your Notebook PC. Refer to the ASUS Tutor installed in your Notebook PC for more details. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too.

  • Page 111: Hardware Faqs

    I turn on the Notebook PC. What should I do? Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How...
  • Page 112 Press to enable your touchpad. • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture has been set to disable the touchpad when connecting an external pointing device. When I play audio and video files, why can’t I hear any sound from my Notebook PC’s audio speakers? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: •...
  • Page 113 My Notebook PC’s touchpad is not working. What should I You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is set to disable touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to your Notebook PC. If yes, disable this function.

  • Page 114: Software Faqs

    Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. What should I do when my screen displays this message: “Remove disks or other media. Press any key to restart.”? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: •...
  • Page 115 Press F9 upon startup. When your Notebook PC enters • Troubleshooting, select Refresh or Reset your PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. Why can’t my Notebook PC wake up from sleep or hibernate mode? •...
  • Page 116 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 117: Appendices

    Appendices Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 118: Dvd-Rom Drive Information (On Selected Models)

    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 MPEG video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content.

  • Page 119: Region Definitions

    Region Definitions 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,...

  • Page 120: Blu-Ray Rom Drive Information (On Selected Models)

    Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models) The Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high definition (HD) videos and other disc file formats such as DVDs and CDs. Region Definitions 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.

  • Page 121: Overview

    Overview On th August 18 the European Council Decision regarding the CTR 1 has been published in the Official Journal of the EC. The CTR 1 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMF-dialling which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network).
  • Page 122 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More Testing Austria Belgium Czech Republic Not Applicable Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Not Applicable Iceland Ireland Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Not Applicable...

  • Page 123: Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

    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_1. 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 superfluous).

  • Page 124: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different 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.

  • Page 125: Declaration Of Conformity (R&Tte Directive 1999/5/Ec)

    Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient: • Essential requirements as in [Article 3] • Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a] • Testing for electric safety according to [EN 00] •...

  • Page 126: Ic Radiation Exposure Statement For Canada

    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 specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

  • Page 127: Déclaration D'industrie Canada Relative À L'exposition Aux Ondes Radio

    Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’ exposition aux ondes radio Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiations d’Industrie Canada définies 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.

  • Page 128: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America .1-. GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan .1-.8 GHz Ch01 through Ch1 Europe ETSI .1-. 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: •...
  • Page 129 Departments in which the use of the 00–83. MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors: 01 Ain 0 Aisne 03 Allier 0 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 0 Ariège 11 Aude 1 Aveyron 1 Charente  Dordogne...

  • Page 130: Ul Safety Notices

    UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 00V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 10V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 0).

  • Page 131: Power Safety Requirement

    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. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.A.

  • Page 132: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries)

    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.

  • Page 133: Optical Drive Safety Information

    Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT WARNING! To prevent exposure to the optical disc drive’s laser, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the optical disc drive by yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance.

  • Page 134: Ctr 21 Approval (For Notebook Pc With Built-In Modem)

    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 135 German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 136: Energy Star Complied Product

    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 1 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.

  • Page 137: Global Environmental Regulation Compliance And Declaration

    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.

  • Page 138: Japan Technical Conformity Mark

    Japan Technical Conformity Mark The internal wireless module of this Notebook PC has been certified by Japan Telec. Japan TELEC (JATE) certification numbers NE237 003WWA110318 003GZA11031 INTEL 6235 003WWA11100 NB126H 003GZA11031 003WWA11031 003WWA11031 AB116H 003WWA11133 003WWA1113 003GZA1113 003XWA1113 003YWA1113 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 139 Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 140 Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN 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 :...

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