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Table of Contents
About this manual .....................................................................................................6
Conventions used in this manual ............................................................................. 7
Icons .................................................................................................................................... 7
Typography .......................................................................................................................7
Safety precautions.....................................................................................................8
Using your Notebook PC..............................................................................................8
Caring for your Notebook PC .....................................................................................9
Proper disposal ................................................................................................................ 10
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your Notebook PC ...................................................................12
Top View ............................................................................................................................. 12
Bottom ................................................................................................................................ 17
Right Side ..........................................................................................................................18
Left Side ............................................................................................................................. 20
Front Side ..........................................................................................................................22
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PCGetting started ...........................................................................................................24
Charge your Notebook PC. ..........................................................................................24
Lift to open the display panel. .................................................................................... 26
Press the power button. ...............................................................................................26
Gestures for the touchpad .....................................................................................27
Using the keyboard ...................................................................................................34
Function keys ...................................................................................................................34Function keys for ASUS Apps .....................................................................................35
Windows8 keys .............................................................................................................36
Multimedia control keys (on selected models) .................................................... 36
Numeric keypad (on selected models) ...................................................................37
Using the optical drive .............................................................................................38
Chapter 3: Working with Windows 8
Starting for the first time.........................................................................................42Windows
8 lock screen ...........................................................................................42
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Refresh your PC ............................................................................................................... 85
Reset your PC ................................................................................................................... 86
Advanced options .......................................................................................................... 87
AppendicesDVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models) ...........................................90
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models).......................................92
Internal Modem Compliancy...................................................................................... 92
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 93
Network Compatibility Declaration ......................................................................... 93
Non-Voice Equipment ..................................................................................................93
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ...................95
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement ................................. 96
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) .................................. 97
CE Marking ........................................................................................................................ 97
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ......................................................98
Dclaration dIndustrie Canada relative lexposition aux ondes radio ...99
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains ...........................................100
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands ....................................................... 100
UL Safety Notices ............................................................................................................ 102Power Safety Requirement.......................................................................................... 103
TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 103
REACH ................................................................................................................................. 103
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice .............................................................. 103
Prevention of Hearing Loss ......................................................................................... 103
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ...........................................104
Optical Drive Safety Information ..............................................................................105
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) ..............................106
ENERGY STAR complied product .............................................................................. 108
European Union Eco-label ...........................................................................................108
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ..................109
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ..........................................................................109
Regional notice for Singapore ................................................................................... 109
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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and softwarefeatures of your Notebook PC, organized through the followingchapters:
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
This chapter details the hardware components of your NotebookPC.
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of yourNotebook PC.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows 8
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows 8 in yourNotebook PC.
Chapter 4: ASUS Apps
This chapter features the ASUS apps included with your NotebookPCs 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.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements for yourNotebook PC.
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Caring for your Notebook PC
Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery
pack (if applicable) before cleaning your NotebookPC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois clothdampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergentand a few drops of warm water. Remove any extramoisture 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 strongmagnetic or electrical fields.
Do not use or expose your Notebook PC nearliquids, rain, or moisture.
Do not expose your Notebook PC to dustyenvironments.
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 properreuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of thecrossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product(electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not beplaced in municipal waste. Check local regulationsfor disposal of electronic products.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. Thesymbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicatesthat the battery should not be placed in municipalwaste.
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Chapter 1:Hardware Setup
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Getting to know your Notebook PC
Top View
NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The topview may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model.
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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 videosusing your Notebook PC.
Camera indicator
The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is inuse.
Microphone (on selected models)
The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing,voice narrations, or simple audio recording.
Display panel
This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing
features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on yourNotebook PC.
Power button
Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or off. Youcan also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleepor 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 untilyour Notebook PC shuts down.
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Numeric keypad (on selected models)
The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: fornumeric input and as pointer direction keys.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad (on selectedmodels) section in this manual.
Keyboard
The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with acomfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to usethe function keys, allows quick access to Windows, and controlsother multimedia functions.
NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory.
Touchpad
The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigateonscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulatesthe functions of a regular mouse.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touchpadsection in this manual.
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Status indicators
The status indicators help identify the current hardware status ofyour Notebook PC.
Power indicator
The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PCis turned on and blinks slowly when the NotebookPC is in sleep mode.
Two-color battery charge indicator
The two-color LED provides a visual indication of thebatterys charge status. Refer to the following tablefor details:
Color Status
Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged toa power source and the batterypower is between 95% and100%.
Solid Orange The Notebook PC is pluggedto a power source, charging itsbattery, and the battery power
is less than 95%.
Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running onbattery mode and the batterypower is less than 10%.
Lights off The Notebook PC is running onbattery 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 isaccessing the internal storage drives.
Bluetooth / Wireless indicator
This indicator lights up when your Notebook PCswireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled.
Number lock indicator
This indicator lights up when the number lock
function is activated. This allows you to use some ofthe keys on your keyboard for numeric input.
Capital lock indicator
This indicator lights up when the capital lockfunction is activated. Using capital lock allows youto type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your
Notebook PCs keyboard.
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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 inuse or while charging the battery pack. When working on your NotebookPC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents.
IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications forthis Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit theNotebook PC.
WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or otherobjects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating mayoccur.
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Right Side
USB 2.0 ports (on selected models)
These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flashdisk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.
Optical disc driveYour Notebook PCs optical drive may support several discformats such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs (on selected models)recordable discs, or rewritable discs.
Optical disc drive eject button
Press this button to eject the optical drive tray.
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15 model
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Optical disc drive manual eject hole
The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in case theelectronic eject button does not work.
WARNING!Use the manual eject hole only when the electroniceject button does not work.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drivesection in this manual.
Power (DC) input port
Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge thebattery 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 chargethe battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
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Left Side
Kensington security slot
The Kensington security slot allows you to secure yourNotebook PC using Kensington compatible Notebook PCsecurity products.
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 otherobjects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating mayoccur.
VGA port
This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to anexternal display.
HDMI port
This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, andother protected content playback.
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LAN port
Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local areanetwork (LAN).
USB 3.0 ports
The Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports provide a transferrate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to USB 2.0.
Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port
This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified
speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connectyour Notebook PC to an external microphone.
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Memory card reader
This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC cardformats.
Front Side
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Chapter 2:
Using your Notebook PC
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Getting started
Charge your Notebook PC.
A. Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
B. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source.
C. Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PCs power(DC) input.
Charge the Notebook PC for3 hoursbefore using it in
battery mode for the first time.
NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on modelsand your region.
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IMPORTANT!
Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to a groundedpower adapter before turning it on for the first time.
When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, thesocket outlet must be near to the unit and easily accessible.
Locate the input/output rating label on your NotebookPC and ensure that it matches the input/output ratinginformation on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC
models may have multiple rating output currents based onthe available SKU.
Power adapter information:
- Input voltage: 100-240Vac
- Input frequency: 50-60Hz
- Rating output current: 3.42A (65W), 4.74A (90W),
6.32A (120W)
- Rating output voltage: 19V
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Lift to open the display panel.
Press the power button.
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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.
Slide horizontally
Slide vertically
Slide diagonally
Gestures for the touchpad
Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of yourNotebook PC. Refer to the following illustrations when using handgestures on your touchpad.
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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 thetouchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from thetouchpad.
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Left-click Right-click
In the Start screen, click anapp to launch it.
In Desktop mode, double-click an application tolaunch it.
In the Start screen, click anapp to select it and launchthe settings bar. You can alsopress this button to launchthe All Appsbar.
In Desktop mode, use thisbutton to open the right-click menu.
NOTE: The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the leftmouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad.
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Top edge swipe
In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge to launch the AllAppsbar.
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 shuffleyour running apps.
Swipe the right edge to launchthe Charms bar.
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Two-finger gestures
Tap Rotate
Tap two fingers on the touchpadto simulate the right-clickfunction.
To rotate an image, place twofingers on the touchpad thenturn one finger clockwise orcounterclockwise while the otherstays still.
Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right)
Slide two fingers to scroll up ordown.
Slide two fingers to scroll left orright.
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Zoom out Zoom in
Bring together your two fingers onthe touchpad.
Spread apart your two fingers onthe touchpad.
Drag and drop
Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your otherfinger, slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a newlocation.
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Three-finger gestures
Swipe up Swipe down
Swipe three fingers upward toshow all running applications.
Swipe three fingers downward toshow the Desktop mode.
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Function keys
The function keys on your Notebook PCs keyboard can trigger thefollowing commands:
Using the keyboard
Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode
Turns Airplane mode on or off
NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables allwireless connectivity.
Decreases display brightness
Increases display brightness
Turns the display panel off
Activates the second screen
NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected toyour Notebook PC.
Enables or disables the touchpad
Turns the speaker on or off
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Windows8 keys
There are two special Windows keys on your Notebook PCs keyboardused as below:
Press this key to go back to the Start screen. If you arealready in the Start screen, press this key to go back tothe last app you opened.
Press this key to simulate the right-click functions.
Multimedia control keys (on selected models)
The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, suchas audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC.
Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC,illustrated as below.
Stop
Play orpause
Skip toprevioustrack orrewind
Skip tonext trackor fastforward
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Numeric keypad (on selected models)
A numeric keypad is available on
selected Notebook PC models. Youcan use this keypad for numericinput or as pointer direction keys.
Press
to
toggle between usingthe keypad as numberkeys or as pointerdirection keys.
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Using the optical drive
NOTE: The actual location of the electronic eject button may varydepending on your Notebook PC model.
Inserting an optical disc
1. While the Notebook PC ison, press the electronic ejectbutton to partially eject the
optical drive tray.
2. Gently pull out the drive tray.
IMPORTANT! Be careful notto touch the optical drive lens.Ensure that there are no objectsthat may get jammed under thedrive tray.
3. Hold the disc by the edge,with its printed side up, thengently place it inside the hub.
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4. Push down the discs plastichub until it snaps onto theoptical drive hub.
5. Push the drive tray gently to
close the optical drive.
NOTE:While data is beingread, it is normal to hear somespinning and vibrating in theoptical drive.
Manual eject hole
The manual eject hole is located on the optical drive door and is used toeject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject button does notwork.
To manually eject the optical drive tray, insert a straightened paper clipinto the manual eject hole until the drive tray opens.
WARNING!Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic ejectbutton does not work.
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Chapter 3:
Working with Windows 8
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Starting for the rst time
When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screensappear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows8 operating system.
To start your Notebook PC for the first time:
1. Press the power button on your Notebook PC. Wait for a fewminutes until the setup screen appears.
2. From the setup screen, pick a language to use on your Notebook
PC.3. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for
using Windows then click Accept.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basicitems:
Keep your PC secure
Personalize
Wireless
Settings
Sign in to your PC
5. After configuring the basic items, the Windows8 tutorial appears.Watch this to learn more about Windows8 functionalities.
Windows 8 lock screen
The Windows8 lock screen may appear when your Notebook PC enters
the Windows8 operating system. To proceed, tap on the lock screen orpress any key on your Notebook PC's keyboard.
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WindowsUI
Windows 8 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allowsyou to organize and easily access Windows apps from the Start screen.It also includes the following features that you can use while workingon your Notebook PC.
Start screen
The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your useraccount. It helps organize all the applications you need in just one
place.
Zoom in/out button
Windows Apps
These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-formatfor easy access.
NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before
they are fully launched.
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Hotspots
Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access thesettings of your Notebook PC. The functions in these hotspots can beactivated using the touchpad.
Hotspots on a running app
Hotspots on the Start screen
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Hotspot Action
upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper leftcorner then tap on the recent apps thumbnail
to revert back to that running app.
If you launched more than one app, slidedown to show all running apps.
lower left corner From a running app screen:
Hover your mouse pointer on the lower
left corner then tap on the Start screensthumbnail to go back to the Start screen.
NOTE: You can also press the Windows key
on your keyboard to go back to the
Start screen.
From the Start screen:
Hover your mouse pointer on the lowerleft corner then tap on the running appsthumbnail to go back to that app.
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Hotspot Action
top side Hover your mouse pointer on the top sideuntil it changes to a hand icon. Drag then
drop the app to a new location.
NOTE: This hotspot function only works ona running app or when you want to use theSnap feature. For more details, refer to theSnap feature under Working with Windowsapps.
upper or lower rightcorner
Hover your mouse pointer on the upper orlower right corner to launch the Charms bar.
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Working with Windowsapps
Use your Notebook PCs touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize,and close apps.
Launching apps
Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-clickor tap once to launch it.
Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse
through the apps. Press to launch an app.
Double-tap on the app then drag and drop the app to anew location.
Moving apps
Customizing apps
You can move, resize, unpin, or close apps from the Start screen usingthe following steps:
Resizing apps
Right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then
tap or or .
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Right-click on the app to activate the settings bar then
tap .
Unpinning apps
Closing apps
1. Move your mouse pointer on the top side of thelaunched app then wait for the pointer to changeto a hand icon.
2. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of thescreen to close it.
From the running apps screen, press .
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Accessing the Apps screen
Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can alsoopen other applications through the Apps screen.
Horizontal scroll bar
Launching the Apps screen
Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touchpad orkeyboard.
Swipe from the top edge to launch the All Appsbar.
From the Start screen, press to select the
All Apps icon then press .
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Pinning more apps on the Start screen
You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touchpad.
1. Position the mouse pointer over the app youwant to pin on the Start screen.
2. Right-click on the app to activate its settings.
3. Tap on the icon.
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Charms bar
The Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right sideof your screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to shareapplications and provide quick access for customizing the settings ofyour Notebook PC.
Charms bar
Launching the Charms bar
NOTE:When called out, the Charms bar initially appears as a set ofwhite icons. The image above shows how the Charms bar looks like once
activated.
Use your Notebook PCs touchpad, or keyboard to launch the Charmsbar.
Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower rightcorner of the screen.
Press
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Search
This tool allows you to look for files, applications, orprograms in your Notebook PC.
Share
This tool allows you to share applications via socialnetworking sites or email.
Start
This tool reverts the display back to the Start screen.From the Start screen, you can also use this to revert backto a recently opened app.
Devices
This tool allows you to access and share files with thedevices attached to your Notebook PC such as anexternal display or printer.
Settings
This tool allows you to access the PC settings of yourNotebook PC.
Inside the Charms bar
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Snap feature
The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to workor switch between apps.
IMPORTANT!Ensure that your Notebook PCs screen resolution is set to1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature.
Snap bar
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Other keyboard shortcuts
Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to helpyou launch applications and navigate Windows8.
\Switches between the Start screen and the lastrunning app
Launches the desktop
Launches the Computer window on Desktopmode
Opens the Filecharm
Opens the Share charm
Opens the Settings charm
Opens the Devices charm
Activates the Lock screen
Minimizes the Internet Explorerwindow
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Opens the Second screen pane
Opens the Apps search pane
Opens the Run window
Opens Ease of Access Center
Opens the Settings 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
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Connecting to wireless networks
Wi-Fi
Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via socialnetworking sites using your Notebook PCs Wi-Fi connection.
IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure thatAirplane mode is turned off before enabling the Wi-Fi connection of yourNotebook PC.
Enabling Wi-Fi
Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using the following steps on yourtouchpad.
1. Launch the Charms bar.
2. Tap and tap .
3. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi connections.
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4. Tap Connect to start the network connection.
NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi
connection.
5. If you want to enable sharing between your Notebook PC andother wireless-enabled systems, tap Yes, turn on sharing andconnect to devices. Tap No, don't turn on sharing or connectto devices if you do not want to enable the sharing function.
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Bluetooth
Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure thatAirplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection ofyour Notebook PC.
Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices
You need to pair your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enableddevices to enable data transfers. To do this, use your touchpad asfollows:
1. Launch the Charms bar.
2. Tap then tap Change PC Settings.
3. Under PC Settings, select Devicesthen tap Add a Device tosearch for Bluetooth-enabled devices.
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4. Select a device from the list. Compare the passcode on yourNotebook PC with the passcode sent to your chosen device. Ifthey are the same, tap Yes tosuccessfully pair your Notebook PCwith the device.
NOTE: For some bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted tokey in the passcode of your Notebook PC.
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1. Launch the Charms bar.
2. Tap and tap .
3. Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplanemode on.
Press .
Airplane mode
The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you touse your Notebook PC safely while in-flight.
Turning Airplane mode on
Turning Airplane mode off
1. Launch the Charms bar.
2. Tap and tap .
3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplanemode off.
Press .
NOTE: Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight servicesthat can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using yourNotebook PC in-flight.
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Connecting to wired networks
You can also connect to wired networks, such as local area networksand broadband Internet connection, using your Notebook PCs LANport.
NOTE: Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details oryour network administrator for assistance in setting up your Internetconnection.
To configure your settings, refer to the following procedures.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that a network cable is connected between yourNotebook PCs LAN port and a local area network before performing thefollowing actions.
Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network
connection
1. LaunchLaunch Desktop.
2. From the Windowstaskbar, right-click the network
icon then tap Open Network and Sharing
Center.
3. In the Network and Sharing Center window, tapChange adapter settings.
4. Right-click on your LAN then select Properties.
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5. Tap Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)thentap Properties.
NOTE:Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection.
6. Tap Obtain an IP address automaticallythen tapOK.
7. Return to the Network and Sharing Centerwindow then tap Set up a new connection or
network.
8. Select Connect to the Internet then tap Next.
9. Tap Broadband (PPPoE).
10. Type your User name, Password, and Connectionname then tap Connect.
11. Tap Closeto finish the configuration.
12. Tap on the taskbar then tap the connection
you just created.
13. Type your user name and password then tap
Connect to start connecting to the Internet.
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Configuring a static IP network connection
1. Repeat steps 1 to 5 under Configuring a dynamic
IP/PPPoE network connection.2 Tap Use the following IP address.
3. Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Defaultgateway from your service provider.
4. If needed, you can also type the preferred DNSserver address and alternate DNS server address
then tap OK.
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Chapter 4:
ASUS apps
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LifeFrame
Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Createsnapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use yourwebcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using thisapp.
To launch LifeFrame
Featured ASUS Apps
Press .
The archive toolbar displays a function'ssaved files in thumbnail view.
Webcamsettings
Zoom in/outCapturebutton
Actionbutton
ModesFace tracking button
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LifeFrame functions
Camera
Use this function to take pictures using your webcam.
Camcorder
Use this function to take videos through your webcam.
Monitor
This function lets you use your webcam as a securityvideo monitor as it automatically detects movementthen captures it on photo.
Voice Recorder
Use this function to record audio files in your NotebookPC.
Game
This function lets you play games using the webcam.
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Performance mode
Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playinggames or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC.
Battery Saving mode
This mode extends your Notebook PCs battery life while plugged in tothe power adapter or while running on battery power only.
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Chapter 5:
Power-on Self Test (POST)
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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 tothe following procedures when setting your boot priority.
1. On the Bootscreen, select Boot Option #1.
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/ : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
Boot Conguration
Fast Boot [Enabled]
Launch CSM [Disabled]
Driver Option Priorities
Boot Option Priorities
Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager]
Add New Boot Option
Delete Boot Option
Sets the system
boot order
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
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Security
This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user passwordof your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control the access to your
Notebook PCs hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USBinterface.
NOTE:
If you install a User Password,you will be prompted to inputthis before entering your Notebook PC's operating system.
If you install an Administrator Password, you will be
prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
Password Description
If ONLY the Administrators password is set,
then this only limits access to Setup and is
only asked for when entering Setup. If ONLY
the users password is set, then this is a
power on password and must be entered to boot
or enter Setup. In Setup, the User will have
Administrator rights.
Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED
User Password Status NOT INSTALLED
Administrator Password
User Password
HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED
Set Master Password
Set User Password
I/O Interface Security
System Mode state User
Secure Boot state Enabled
Secure Boot Control [Enabled]
Key Management
Set Administrator
Password. The
password length
must be in the
following range:
Minimum length 3
Maximum length 20
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/ : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
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To set the password:
1. On the Securityscreen, select Administrator Passwordor UserPassword.
2. Type in a password then press .
3. Re-type to confirm the password then press .
To clear the password:
1. On the Securityscreen, select Administrator Passwordor UserPassword.
2. Type in the current password then press .
3. Leave the Create New Passwordfield blank then press
.
4. Select Yes in the confirmation box then press .
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I/O Interface SecurityIn the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to lockor unlock some interface functions of your Notebook PC.
I/O Interface Security
LAN Network Interface [UnLock]
Wireless Network Interface [UnLock]
HD AUDIO Interface [UnLock]
USB Interface Security
If Locked, LAN
controller will
be disabled.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Security
: Select Screen
: Select ItemEnter: Select
+/ : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized
Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
LAN Network Interface
Lock
UnLock
To lock an interface:
1. On the Securityscreen, select I/O Interface Security.
2. Select an interface you would like to lock then press
.
3. Select Lock.
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USB Interface SecurityThrough the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access USBInterface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices.
Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
USB Interface Security
USB Interface [UnLock]
External Ports [UnLock]
CMOS Camera [UnLock]
Card Reader [UnLock]
If Locked, all
USB device will
be disabled
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.Security
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/ : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized
Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
USB InterfaceLock
UnLock
To lock the USB interface:
1. On the Securityscreen, select I/O Interface Security > USBInterface Security.
2. Select an interface that you would like to lock then selectLock.
NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lockalso locks and hides theExternal Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security.
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Set Master PasswordIn the Security menu, you can use Set Master Passwordto set upa password-enabled access to your hard disk drive.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Set HDD Master
Password.
***Advisable to
Power Cycle System
after Setting Hard
Disk Passwords***
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/ : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized
Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Password Description
If ONLY the Administrators password is
set,then this only limits access to Setup
and is only asked for when entering Setup.
If ONLY the users password is set, then
this is a power on password and must be
entered to boot or enter Setup. In Setup,
the User will have Administrator rights.
Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED
User Password Status NOT INSTALLED
Administrator Password
User Password
HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED
Set Master Password
Set User Password
I/O Interface Security
To set the HDD password:
1. On the Securityscreen, select Set Master Password.
2. Type in a password then press .
3. Re-type to confirm the password then press .
4. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps toset up the user password.
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To update the BIOS:
1. Verify the Notebook PCs exact model then download the latestBIOS file for your model from the ASUS website.
2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive.
3. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC.
4. Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST.
5. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then
press .
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
Start Easy Flash
Internal Pointing Device [Enabled]
Wake on Lid Open [Enabled]
Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled]
SATA Conguration
Graphics Conguration
Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation
USB Conguration
Network Stack
Press Enter to run
the utility to
select and update
BIOS.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
+/ : Change Opt.
F1 : General Help
F9 : Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
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Troubleshoot
By pressing during POST, you can access Windows 8 troubleshoot
options which includes the following:
Refresh your PC
Reset your PC
Advanced options
Refresh your PCUse Refresh your PCif you want to refresh your system without losingyour current files and applications.
To access this during POST:
1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during
POST.2. Wait for Windows to load the Choose an option
screen then tap Troubleshoot.
3. Tap Refresh your PC.
4. In the Refresh your PC screen, read the bullet pointsto learn more about using this option then tapNext.
5. Tap the account you would like to refresh.
6. Type your account password then tap Continue.
7. Tap Refresh.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged into a power source before refreshing your system.
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Reset your PC
IMPORTANT! Back up all your data before performing this option.
Use Reset your PC to restore your Notebook PC to its default settings.
To access this during POST:
1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during
POST.
2. Wait for Windows to load the Choose an optionscreen then tap Troubleshoot.
3. Tap Reset your PC.
4. In the Reset your PC screen, read the bullet pointsto learn more about using this option then tap
Next.
5. Tap your preferred reset option: Just remove myfilesor Fully clean the drive.
6. Tap Reset.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in
to a power source before resetting your system.
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Advanced options
Use Advanced optionsto perform additional troubleshooting optionsin your Notebook PC.
To access this during POST:
1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during
POST.
2. Wait for Windows to load the Choose an optionscreen then tap Troubleshoot.
3. Tap Advanced options.
4. In the Advanced options screen, select thetroubleshooting option you wish to perform.
5. Follow the succeeding steps to complete theprocess.
Using System Image Recovery
Under Advanced options, you can use System Image Recoverytorecover your system using your Notebook PCs original image file.
To access this during POST:
1. Restart your Notebook PC then press during
POST.
2. Wait for Windows to load the Choose an optionscreen then tap Troubleshoot.
3. Tap Advanced options.
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4. In the Advanced options screen, select SystemImage Recovery.
5. Choose an account you would like to recover using
a system image file.
6. Type your account password then tap Continue.
7. Select Use the latest available system image(recommended), then tap Next. You can alsochoose Select a system image if your systemimage is in an external device or DVD.
8. Follow the succeeding steps to complete thesystem image recovery procedure.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that you regularly backupyour system to prevent data loss in case your NotebookPC stops working.
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Appendices
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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,Vietnam
Region 4
Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, PacificIslands, South America
Region 5
CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea
Region 6
China
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The Blu-ray ROM Drive allows you to view high definition (HD) videos and otherdisc file formats such as DVDs and CDs.
Region Definitions
Region A
North, Central and South American countries, and their territories; Taiwan, HongKong, Macao, Japan, Korea (South and North), South East Asian countries and their
territories.
Region B
European, African, and South West Asian countries and their territories; Australiaand New Zealand.
Region C
Central, South Asian, Eastern European countries and their territories; China and
Mongolia.
NOTE: Refer to Blu-ray Disc website at www.blu-raydisc.com/en/Technical/FAQs/Blu-rayDiscforVideo.aspx for more details.
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information(on selected models)
Internal Modem Compliancy
The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC(US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approvedin accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminalconnection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However dueto differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries,the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successfuloperation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems youshould contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.
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This table shows the countries currently under theCTR21 standard.
Country Applied More Testing
Austria1 Yes No
Belgium Yes No
Czech Republic No Not Applicable
Denmark1 Yes Yes
Finland Yes No
France Yes No
Germany Yes No
Greece Yes No
Hungary No Not Applicable
Iceland Yes No
Ireland Yes No
Italy Still Pending Still Pending
Israel No No
Lichtenstein Yes No
Luxemburg Yes No
The Netherlands1 Yes Yes
Norway Yes No
Poland No Not Applicable
Portugal No Not Applicable
Spain No Not Applicable
Sweden Yes No
Switzerland Yes No
United Kingdom Yes No
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Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive1999/5/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 60950]
Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.1b]
Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301489-17]
Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2]
Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2]
CE Marking
CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth
The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EECdirectives 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic compatibility and 2006/95/EC Lowvoltage directive.
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of theEuropean Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio andTelecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.
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IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for anuncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure
compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antennaduring transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions forsatisfying RF exposure compliance.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference and
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel MobileSatellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away fromwindows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) thatis installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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Dclaration dIndustrie Canada relative lexposition aux ondes radio
Cet appareil est conforme aux limites dexposition aux radiations dIndustrieCanada dfinies pour un environnement non-contrl. Pour maintenir laconformit avec les exigences dexposition RF dIC, veuillez viter tout contactdirect avec lantenne pendant lmission. Les utilisateurs finaux doivent suivreles instructions de fonctionnement spcifiques pour satisfaire la conformit auxexpositions RF.
Son utilisation est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes :
Cet appareil ne peut pas causer dinterfrence, et
Cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence, y compris les interfrencesqui pourraient causer un fonctionnement non souhait de lappareil.
Pour viter les interfrences radio avec le service sous licence (cest -dire lepartage de canal avec les systmes de tlphonie satellite), cet appareil est destin tre utilis en intrieur et loin des fentres pour fournir un blindage maximal.Tout appareil (ou son antenne dmission) qui est install en extrieur est sujet cette licence.
Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR dIndustrie Canada applicables auxappareils radio exempts de licence.
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France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands
Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximumauthorized power indoors are:
10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz2483.5 MHz)
100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz
NOTE:Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5MHz.
There are few possibilities for outdoor use: on private property or on the privateproperty of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedureby the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the2446.52483.5 MHz band. Use outdoors on public property is not permitted.
In the departments listed below, for the entire 2.4 GHz band:
Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW
Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW
Wireless Operation Channel for DifferentDomains
N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14
Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13
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Departments in which the use of the 24002483.5 MHz band is permitted with anEIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors:
01 Ain 02 Aisne 03 Allier
05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Arige
11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente
24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Drme
32 Gers 36 Indre 37 Indre et Loire
41 Loir et Cher 45 Loiret 50 Manche
55 Meuse 58 Nivre 59 Nord
60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dme
64 Pyrnes Atlantique 66 Pyrnes Orientales 67 Bas Rhin
68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Sane 71 Sane et Loire
75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse
88 Vosges 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort
94 Val de Marne
This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wirelessLAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest
information (www.arcep.fr)
NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW.
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UL Safety Notices
Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipmentintended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an
operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak,and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National ElectricalCode (NFPA 70).
When using the Notebook PC modem, basic safety precautions should always befollowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, includingthe following:
DO NOT use the Notebook PC near water, for example, near a bath tub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near aswimming pool.
DO NOT use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. There may be aremote risk of electric shock from lightning.
DO NOT use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.
Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary(rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources in products. These
batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and mayconsist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series,parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by anirreversible or reversible chemical reaction.
Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as they mayexplode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructionsto reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion.
Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce therisk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certifiedpower adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorizedretailers.
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Power Safety Requirement
Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kgmust use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2or
H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2.
TV Notices
Note to CATV System InstallerCable distribution system should be grounded(earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC),in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a CoaxialCable installation should include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to theearth at the building entrance.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, andRestriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemicalsubstances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
Macrovision Corporation Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected bymethod claims of certain U.S.A. patents and other intellectual property rightsowned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyrightprotection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, andis intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwiseauthorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly isprohibited.
Prevention of Hearing Loss
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volumelevels for long periods.
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Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ionbatteries)
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only withthe same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of usedbatteries according to the manufacturers 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 dallafabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nellambiente. (Italian)
VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatznur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ.
Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German)
ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig hndtering. Udskiftningm kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levr det brugte batteritilbage til leverandren. (Danish)
VARNING! Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvnd samma batterityp elleren ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera anvntbatteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. (Swedish)
VAROITUS! Paristo voi rjht, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristoainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hvit kytetty paristovalmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti. (Finnish)
ATTENTION! Il y a danger dexplosion sil y a remplacement incorrect de labatterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mre type ou dun typequivalent recommand par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagesconformment aux instructions du fabricant. (French)
ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt sammebatteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Bruktebatterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian)
(Japanese)
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Optical Drive Safety Information
Laser Safety Information
WARNING! To prevent exposure to the optical drives laser, do not attempt todisassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. For your safety, contact aprofessional technician for assistance.
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Service warning label
WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM ORVIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
CDRH RegulationsThe Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and DrugAdministration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976.These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976.Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.
WARNING!Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures otherthan those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result inhazardous radiation exposure.
Coating Notice
IMPORTANT! To provide electrical insulation and maintain electrical safety, acoating is applied to insulate the device except on the areas where the I/O portsare located.
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ENERGY STAR complied product
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. EnvironmentalProtection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping
us all save money and protect the environment through energyefficient products and practices.
All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STARstandard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. Themonitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutesof user inactivity. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key onthe keyboard. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detailinformation on power management and its benefits to the environment. In
addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on theENERGY STAR joint program.
NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems.
European Union Eco-label
This Notebook PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that thisproduct has the following characteristics:
1. Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by modes.
2. Limited use of toxic heavy metals.
3. Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health.
4. Reduction of the use of natural resources by encouraging recycling.
5. Designed for easy upgrades and longer lifetime through providingcompatible spare parts such as batteries, power supplies, the keyboard, thememory, and if available the CD drive or DVD drive.
6. Reduced solid waste through takeback policy.
For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Eco-label website at http://www.ecolabel.eu.
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