E10103
First Edition
January 2015
Notebook PC
E-Manual
Table of Contents
About this manual.....................................................................................................7
Conventions used in this manual ............................................................................. 9
Icons .................................................................................................................................... 9
Typography....................................................................................................................... 9
Safety precautions.....................................................................................................10
Using your Notebook PC.............................................................................................. 10
Caring for your Notebook PC ..................................................................................... 11
Proper disposal................................................................................................................ 12
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your Notebook PC ...................................................................14
Top View............................................................................................................................. 14
Bottom................................................................................................................................ 19
Right Side .......................................................................................................................... 21
Left Side ............................................................................................................................. 23
Front Side .......................................................................................................................... 25
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
Getting started ...........................................................................................................28
Charge your Notebook PC........................................................................................... 28
Lift to open the display panel .................................................................................... 30
Press the power button................................................................................................ 30
Gestures for the touchpad .......................................................................................... 31
Using the keyboard...................................................................................................38
Function keys................................................................................................................... 38
Windows® 8.1 keys ......................................................................................................... 39
Multimedia control keys............................................................................................... 40
Using the numeric keypad.......................................................................................... 41
Using the optical drive.............................................................................................42
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1
Starting for the first time.........................................................................................46
Windows® UI.................................................................................................................47
Start screen....................................................................................................................... 47
Hotspots............................................................................................................................. 48
Start button ...................................................................................................................... 51
Customizing your Start screen................................................................................... 53
Working with Windows® apps ...............................................................................54
Launching apps............................................................................................................... 54
Customizing apps........................................................................................................... 54
Accessing the Apps screen.......................................................................................... 57
Charms bar........................................................................................................................ 59
Snap feature ..................................................................................................................... 62
Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................64
Connecting to wireless networks ........................................................................66
Wi-Fi..................................................................................................................................... 66
Bluetooth .......................................................................................................................... 67
Airplane mode................................................................................................................. 68
Connecting to wired networks.............................................................................69
Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection .................................... 69
Configuring a static IP network connection ......................................................... 70
Turning your Notebook PC off..............................................................................71
Putting your Notebook PC to sleep ......................................................................... 71
Windows® 8.1 lock screen........................................................................................72
To proceed from the lock screen............................................................................... 72
Customizing your lock screen.................................................................................... 73
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Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
The Power-On Self-Test (POST).............................................................................76
Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot...................................................... 76
BIOS ................................................................................................................................76
Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................................ 76
BIOS Settings.................................................................................................................... 77
Recovering your system..........................................................................................87
Enabling a recovery option ........................................................................................ 89
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC
Installing the Hard Disk Drive................................................................................92
Installing a Random-access Memory module.................................................101
Tips and FAQs
Useful tips for your Notebook PC ........................................................................106
Hardware FAQs...........................................................................................................107
Software FAQs.............................................................................................................110
Appendices
DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models)........................................... 114
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models)....................................... 116
Internal Modem Compliancy ..................................................................................... 116
Overview............................................................................................................................ 117
Network Compatibility Declaration......................................................................... 117
Non-Voice Equipment .................................................................................................. 117
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement................... 119
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement................................. 120
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC).................................. 121
CE Marking........................................................................................................................ 121
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ...................................................... 122
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio ... 123
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Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains........................................... 124
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands ....................................................... 124
UL Safety Notices............................................................................................................ 126
Power Safety Requirement.......................................................................................... 127
TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 127
REACH................................................................................................................................. 127
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice.............................................................. 127
Prevention of Hearing Loss......................................................................................... 127
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)........................................... 128
Optical Drive Safety Information .............................................................................. 129
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) .............................. 130
ENERGY STAR complied product .............................................................................. 132
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .................. 132
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services.......................................................................... 133
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America............................. 133
Regional notice for California..................................................................................... 133
Regional notice for Singapore ................................................................................... 133
Regional notice for India.............................................................................................. 134
Notices for removeable batteries.............................................................................. 134
Avis concernant les batteries remplaçables.......................................................... 134
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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software
features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following
chapters:
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook
PC.
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your
Notebook PC.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8.1 in your
Notebook PC.
Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
This chapter shows you how to use POST to change the settings
of your Notebook PC.
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC
This chapter guides you through the process of replacing and
upgrading parts of your Notebook PC.
Tips and FAQs
This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs,
and software FAQs you can refer to for maintaining and fixing
common issues with your Notebook PC.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements for your
Notebook PC.
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Conventions used in this manual
To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as
follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be
followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can
help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must be
followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to
your Notebook PC's data and components.
Icons
The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a
series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC.
= Use the touchpad.
= Use the keyboard.
Typography
Bold
= This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic
= This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.
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Safety precautions
Using your Notebook PC
This Notebook PC should only be used in
environments with ambient temperatures between
5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your
Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter
complies with this rating.
Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near
any part of your body to prevent discomfort or
injury from heat exposure.
Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and
other peripherals with your Notebook PC.
While powered on, ensure that you do not carry or
cover your Notebook PC with any materials that can
reduce air circulation.
Do not place your Notebook PC on uneven or
unstable work surfaces.
You can send your Notebook PC through x-ray
machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts),
but do not expose them to magnetic detectors and
wands.
Contact your airline provider to learn about related
inflight services that can be used and restrictions
that must be followed when using your Notebook
PC in-flight.
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Caring for your Notebook PC
Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery
pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook
PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth
dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent
and a few drops of warm water. Remove any extra
moisture from your Notebook PC using a dry cloth.
Do not use strong solvents such as thinners,
benzene, or other chemicals on or near your
Notebook PC.
Do not place objects on top of your Notebook PC.
Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong
magnetic or electrical fields.
Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near
liquids, rain, or moisture.
Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty
environments.
Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks.
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Proper disposal
Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
This product has been designed to enable proper
reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the
crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-
containing button cell battery) should not be
placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations
for disposal of electronic products.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The
symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates
that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
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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
Notebook view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook
PC model.
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Camera
The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos
using your Notebook PC.
Display panel
This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing
features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your
Notebook PC.
Audio speakers
The built-in audio speaker allows you to hear audio straight from
the Notebook PC. The audio features of this Notebook PC are
software-controlled.
Keyboard
The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a
comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use
the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls
other multimedia functions.
NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory.
Touchpad
The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate
onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates
the functions of a regular mouse.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using touchpad gestures
section in this manual.
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Status indicators
The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of
your Notebook PC.
Power indicator
The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC
is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook
PC is in sleep mode.
Two-color battery charge indicator
The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the
battery’s charge status. Refer to the following table
for details:
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Color
Status
Solid Green
The Notebook PC is plugged to
a power source and the battery
power is between 95% and
100%.
Solid Orange
The Notebook PC is plugged
to a power source, charging its
battery, and the battery power
is less than 95%.
Blinking Orange
Lights off
The Notebook PC is running on
battery mode and the battery
power is less than 10%.
The Notebook PC is running on
battery mode and the battery
power is between 10% to 100%.
Drive activity indicator
This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is
accessing the internal storage drives.
Airplane mode indicator
This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in
your Notebook PC is enabled.
NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode
disables all wireless connectivity.
Capital lock indicator
This indicator lights up when the capital lock
function is activated. Using capital lock allows you
to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your
Notebook PC’s keyboard.
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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 (4) seconds until your
Notebook PC shuts down.
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.
Numeric keypad
The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for
numeric input and as pointer direction keys.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Numeric keypad section in this
manual.
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Bottom
NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.
WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in
use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook
PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents.
IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for
this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
Battery pack
The battery pack is automatically charged when your Notebook
PC is connected to a power source. When charged, the battery
pack supplies power to your Notebook PC.
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Spring battery lock
The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in
place once it is inserted into the battery slot.
IMPORTANT! This lock should be held in an unlocked position
when removing the battery pack.
Manual battery lock
The manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack
secured. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or
unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack.
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.
Compartment cover
This cover protects the reserved spaces in your Notebook PC
for the removable hard disk drive (HDD), SDD (M.2 2280) and
random-access memory (RAM) modules.
NOTE: For more details on how to replace or install the HDD
and RAM modules of your Notebook PC, refer to the Chapter 5:
Upgrading your Notebook PC section of this E-Manual.
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Right Side
Headphone output jack port
This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified
speakers or headphones.
Microphone input jack port
The microphone input jack port is used to connect your
Notebook PC to an external microphone.
USB 2.0 port
These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB
2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash
disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.
Optical drive (on selected models)
Your Notebook PC’s optical drive may support several disc formats
such as CDs, DVDs, and/or Blu-ray discs (BD) that may have
recordable or rewritable capabilities.
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Optical disc drive eject button
Press this button to eject the optical 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.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the optical drive section
in this manual.
Kensington® security slot
The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your
Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC
security products.
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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.
IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge
the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the
Notebook PC.
WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other
objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may
occur.
VGA port
This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an
external display.
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HDMI port
This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and
other protected content playback.
LAN port
Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area
network.
USB 3.0 ports
This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer
rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
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Front Side
Memory card reader
This Notebook PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot
that supports MMC, SD, and SDHC card formats.
Status indicators
The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of
your Notebook PC.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Top View section in this
manual.
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Chapter 2:
Using your Notebook PC
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Getting started
Charge your Notebook PC
A.
B.
C.
Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
Plug the AC power cord into a 100V~240V power source.
Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s power
(DC) input port.
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.
IMPORTANT!
Power adapter information:
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Input voltage: 100-240Vac
Input frequency: 50-60Hz
Rating output current: 6.32A (120W)
Rating output voltage: 19V
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IMPORTANT!
•
Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and
ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your
power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating
output currents based on the available SKU.
•
Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter
before turning it on for the first time. We strongly recommend that
you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on
power adapter mode.
•
•
The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Notebook
PC.
To disconnect your Notebook PC from its main power supply, unplug
your Notebook PC from the power socket.
WARNING!
Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC’s battery.
•
Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside
the device.
•
The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical
burn if removed or disassembled.
•
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•
•
•
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•
Follow the warning labels for your personal safety.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Do not dispose of in fire.
Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC’s battery.
Never attempt to dissamble and reassemble the battery.
Discontinue usage if leakage is found.
The battery and its components must be recycled or disposed of
properly.
•
Keep the battery and other small components away from children.
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Lift to open the display panel
Press the power button
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Gestures for 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.
Slide horizontally
Slide vertically
Slide diagonally
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One-finger gestures
Tap/click, Double tap/click
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In the Start screen, tap/click an app to launch it.
In Desktop mode, double tap/click an application to launch it.
Drag and drop
Double-tap/click an item, then slide the same finger without lifting it
off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger
from the touchpad.
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Left-click
Right-click
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•
In the Start screen, click an
app to launch it.
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In the Start screen, click an
app to select it and launch
the settings bar. You can also
press this button to launch
the All Apps bar.
In Desktop mode, double-
click an application to
launch it.
In Desktop mode, use this
button to open the right-
click menu.
NOTE: The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the left
mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad.
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Top edge swipe
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•
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
your running apps. the Charms bar.
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Two-finger gestures
Tap/click
Rotate
Tap/click two fingers on the
touchpad to simulate the right-
click function.
To rotate an image, place two
fingers on the touchpad then
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
down.
Slide two fingers to scroll left or
right.
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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.
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Three-finger gestures
Swipe up
Swipe down
Swipe three fingers upward to
show all running applications.
Swipe three fingers downward to
show the Desktop mode.
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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
Toggles the display mode
NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected
to your Notebook PC.
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Enables or disables the touchpad
Turns the speaker on or off
Turns the speaker volume down
Turns the speaker volume up
Windows® 8.1 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.
Press this key to simulate the right-click functions.
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Multimedia control keys
The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia files, such
as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC.
Press
in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC,
illustrated as below.
Stop
Skip to
previous
track or
rewind
Skip to
next track
or fast
Play or
pause
forward
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Using the numeric keypad
NOTE: Actual numeric keypad may vary in appearance depending on
model.
A numeric keypad is available on
selected Notebook PC models. You
can use this keypad for numeric
input or as pointer direction keys.
Press
to
toggle between using
the keypad as number
keys or as pointer
direction keys.
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Using the optical drive
NOTE:
•
The actual location of the electronic eject button may vary
depending on your Notebook PC model.
•
The actual appearance of the Notebook PC optical drive may also
vary depending on model but usage procedures remaing the same.
Inserting an optical disc
1.
While the Notebook PC is on, press the electronic eject button to
partially eject the optical drive tray.
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2.
3.
Gently pull out the drive tray.
IMPORTANT! Be careful not to touch the optical drive lens. Ensure that
there are no objects that may get jammed under the drive tray.
Hold the disc by the edge, with its printed side up, then gently
place it inside the hub.
4.
Push down the disc’s plastic hub until it snaps onto the optical
drive hub.
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5.
Push the drive tray gently to close the optical drive.
NOTE: While data is being read, it is normal to hear some spinning and
vibrating in the optical drive.
Using the manual eject hole
The manual eject hole is located on the optical drive door and is used to
eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject button does not
work.
To manually eject the optical drive tray, insert a straightened paper clip
into the manual eject hole until the drive tray opens.
WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject
button does not work.
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Chapter 3:
Working with Windows® 8.1
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Starting for the first time
When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens
appear to guide you in configuring your Windows® 8.1 operating
system.
To start your Notebook PC for the first time:
1.
2.
Press the power button on your Notebook PC. Wait for a few
minutes until the setup screen appears.
From the setup screen, pick your region and a language to use on
your Notebook PC.
3.
4.
Carefully read the License Terms. Select I accept.
Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic
items:
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Personalize
Get online
Settings
Your account
5.
6.
After configuring the basic items, Windows® 8.1 proceeds
to install your apps and preferred settings. Ensure that your
Notebook PC is kept powered on during the setup process.
Once the setup process is complete, the Start screen appears.
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Windows® UI
Windows® 8.1 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. It helps organize all the applications you need in just one
place.
Windows® Apps
These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-format
for 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 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
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Hotspot
Action
upper left corner
Hover your mouse pointer on the upper left
corner then tap/click 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 left
corner then tap/click
Start screen.
to go back to the
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 lower left
corner then tap/click
app.
to go back to that
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Hotspot
top side
Action
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. For more details, refer to the
Snap feature under Working with Windows®
apps.
upper or lower right Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or
corner
lower right corner to launch the Charms bar.
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Start button
Windows® 8.1 features the Start button which allows you to switch
between the two most recent apps that you opened. The Start button
may be accessed from the Start screen, while on Desktop mode, and on
any app that is currently open onscreen.
Start button on the Start screen
NOTE: The actual color of your Start button varies depending on the
display settings you chose for your Start screen.
Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start
screen or any opened app to call out the Start button.
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Start button on Desktop mode
Context menu
The context menu appears as a box filled with quick access to some of
the programs inside Windows® 8.1 when you right-click on the Start
button.
The context menu also includes the following shut down options for
your Notebook PC: sign out, sleep, shut down, restart.
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Customizing your Start screen
Windows® 8.1 also enables you to customize your Start screen,
allowing you to boot directly to the Desktop mode and customize the
arrangement of your apps onscreen.
To customize the settings of your Start screen:
1.
2.
Launch the Desktop.
Right-click anywhere on the taskbar, except on the
Start button, to launch the pop-up window.
3.
Click Properties then select the Navigation tab to
tick the Navigation and Start screen options you
want to use.
4.
Tap/click Apply to save the new settings then exit.
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Working with Windows® apps
Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen panel*, touchpad, or keyboard to
launch, customize, and close apps.
Launching apps
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
to launch an app.
through the apps. Press
Customizing apps
You can move, resize, unpin, or close apps from the Start screen using
the following steps:
.
Moving apps
Double-tap on the app then drag and drop the app to a
new location.
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Resizing apps
Right-click on the app to activate the Customize bar,
then tap/click and select an app tile size.
Unpinning apps
Right-click on the app to activate the Customize bar
then tap/click
.
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Closing apps
1.
Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the
launched app then wait for the pointer to change
to a hand icon.
2.
Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the
screen to close it.
From the running app’s screen, press
.
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Accessing the Apps screen
Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also
open other applications through the Apps screen.
NOTE: Actual apps shown onscreen may vary per model. The following
screenshot is for reference only.
Launching the Apps screen
Launch the Apps screen using your Notebook PC's touch screen panel,
touchpad, or keyboard.
On the Start screen, click the
From the Start screen, Press
button.
then press
.
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Pinning more apps on the Start screen
You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touch screen
panel* or touchpad.
1.
2.
Launch the All Apps screen
Right-click on the apps that you want to add on
the Start screen.
3.
Tap/click on the
icon to pin the selected
apps on the Start screen.
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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
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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 panel, touchpad, or keyboard to
launch the Charms bar.
Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right
corner of the screen.
Press
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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.
Devices
This charm allows you to access and share files with
the devices attached to your Notebook PC such as an
external display or printer.
Settings
This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your
Notebook PC.
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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
1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature.
Snap bar
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Using Snap
Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard to
activate and use Snap.
1.
2.
Launch the app you wish to snap.
Hover the mouse point on the top side of your
screen.
3.
4.
Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag
then drop the app to the left or right side of the
display panel.
Launch another app.
1.
2.
Launch the app you wish to snap.
Press
and the left or right arrow key to snap
the app to the left or right pane.
3.
Launch another app. This app is automatically
placed in the empty pane.
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Other keyboard shortcuts
Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help
you launch applications and navigate Windows® 8.1.
Switches between the Start screen and the last
running app
\
Launches the desktop
Launches the This PC window on Desktop mode
Opens the File option from the Search charm
Opens the Share charm
Opens the Settings charm
Opens the Devices charm
Activates the Lock screen
Minimizes all currently active windows
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Launches the Project pane
Opens the Everywhere option from the
Search charm
Opens the Run window
Opens Ease of Access Center
Opens the Settings option under the Search
charm
Opens the context menu of the Start button
Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in
your screen
Zooms out your screen
Opens the Narrator Settings
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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.
Enabling Wi-Fi
Activate Wi-Fi in your Notebook PC using the following steps on your
touch screen panel or touchpad.
1.
2.
3.
Launch the Charms bar.
Tap/click and tap/click
.
Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi
connections.
4.
Tap/click 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 and other wireless-enabled systems,
tap/click Yes. Tap/click No 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 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. To do this, use your touchpad as
follows:
1.
2.
3.
Launch the Charms bar.
Tap/click
then tap/click Change PC Settings.
Under PC Settings, select Devices then tap/click Add
a Device to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices.
4.
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.
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Airplane mode
The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you to
use your Notebook PC safely while in-flight.
Turning Airplane mode on
1.
2.
3.
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
1.
2.
3.
Launch the Charms bar.
Tap/click and tap/click
.
Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane
mode off.
Press
.
NOTE: Contact your airline provider to learn about related inflight services
that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using your
Notebook PC in-flight.
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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.
To configure your settings, refer to the following procedures.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that a network cable is connected between your
Notebook PC’s LAN port and a local area network before performing the
following actions.
Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network
connection
1.
Launch Desktop.
2.
From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network
icon
then tap/click Open Network and
Sharing Center.
3.
4.
5.
In the Network and Sharing Center window, tap/
click Change adapter settings.
Right-click on your LAN then select Properties.
Tap/click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)
then tap/click Properties.
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6.
Tap/click Obtain an IP address automatically then
tap/click OK.
NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection.
7.
Return to the Network and Sharing Center
window then tap/click Set up a new connection or
network.
8.
9.
Select Connect to the Internet then tap/click Next.
Tap/click Broadband (PPPoE).
10. Type your User name, Password, and Connection
name then tap/click Connect.
11. Tap/click Close to finish the configuration.
12. Tap/click
on the taskbar then tap/click the
connection you just created.
13. Type your user name and password then tap/click
Connect to start connecting to the Internet.
Configuring a static IP network connection
1.
Repeat steps 1 to 5 under Configuring a dynamic
IP/PPPoE network connection.
2
Tap/click Use the following IP address.
3.
Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Default
gateway from your service provider.
4.
If needed, you can also type the preferred DNS
server address and alternate DNS server address
then tap/click OK.
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Turning your Notebook PC off
You can turn off your Notebook PC by doing either of the following
procedures:
•
Tap/click
from the Charms bar then
tap/click
> Shut down to do a normal
shutdown.
•
•
From the log-in screen, tap/click
> Shut
down.
You can also shut down your Notebook PC using
Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop
then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down
window. Select Shut Down from the drop-down
list then select OK.
•
If your Notebook PC is unresponsive, press
and hold the power button for at least four (4)
seconds until your Notebook PC turns off.
Putting your Notebook PC to sleep
To put your Notebook PC on Sleep mode, press the power button once.
You can also put your Notebook PC to sleep mode
using Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop
then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window.
Select Sleep from the drop-down list then select OK.
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Windows® 8.1 lock screen
The Windows® 8.1 lock screen appears when you wake your Notebook
PC from sleep or hibernate mode. It also appears when you lock or
unlock Windows® 8.1.
The lock screen can be customized to regulate access to your operating
system. You can change its background display and access some of your
apps while your Notebook PC is still locked.
To proceed from the lock screen
1.
Tap/click on the touchpad or press any key on
your Notebook PC's keyboard.
2.
(optional) If your account is password-protected,
you need to key in the password to continue to
the Start screen.
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Customizing your lock screen
You can customize your lock screen to show your preferred photo, a
photo slideshow, app updates, and quickly access your Notebook PC’s
camera. To change the settings of your lock screen, you may refer to the
following information:
Selecting a photo
1.
2.
3.
Launch the Charms bar > Settings.
Select Change PC Settings > Lock screen.
Under the Lock screen preview, click Browse
to select the photo you would like to use as a
background on your lock screen.
Playing a slideshow
1.
2.
3.
Launch the Charms bar > Settings.
Select Change PC Settings > Lock screen.
Under the Lock screen preview, move the Play
a slide show on the lock screen slide bar to On.
4.
Scroll down to customize the following options
for your lock screen’s slideshow:
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Adding app updates
1.
2.
3.
Launch the Charms bar > Settings.
Select Change PC Settings > Lock screen.
Scroll down until you see the Lock screen apps
option.
4.
Use the following options to add the apps whose
updates you would like to see from your lock
screen:
Activating your Notebook PC camera from the lock screen
From the lock screen, you can swipe down to activate and use your
Notebook PC's camera. Refer to the following steps on how to enable
this feature:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Launch the Charms bar > Settings.
Select Change PC Settings > Lock screen.
Scroll down until you see the Camera option.
Move the slide bar to On.
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Chapter 4:
Power-On Self-Test (POST)
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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.
Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot
During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting
options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may refer to
the following information for more details.
BIOS
The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware
settings that are needed for system startup in the Notebook PC.
The default BIOS settings apply to most conditions of your Notebook
PC. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following
circumstances:
•
•
An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and
requests you to run the BIOS Setup.
You have installed a new system component that requires further
BIOS settings or updates.
WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may result to system
instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the
BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel.
Accessing BIOS
Restart your Notebook PC then press
during 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 to
the following procedures when setting your boot priority.
1.
On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1.
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Main
Advanced Boot
Security
Save & Exit
Sets the system
boot order
Boot Configuration
Fast Boot
[Enabled]
Launch CSM
[Disabled]
Driver Option Priorities
Boot Option Priorities
Boot Option #1
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
→←
↑↓
[Windows Boot Manager]
+/— : Change Opt.
F1
F9
: General Help
: Optimized Defaults
Add New Boot Option
Delete Boot Option
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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2.
Press
and select a device as the Boot Option #1.
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Main
Advanced Boot
Security
Save & Exit
Boot Configuration
Fast Boot
Sets the system
boot order
[Enabled]
Launch CSM
[Disabled]
Driver Option Priorities
Boot Option #1
Boot Option Prioritie
Boot Option #1
: Select Screen
: Select Item
ter: Select
→←
↓
Windows Boot Manager
Disabled
— : Change Opt.
F9
: General Help
: Optimized Defaults
Add New Boot Option
Delete Boot Option
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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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 this
before entering your Notebook PC's operating system.
•
If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to
input this before entering BIOS.
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Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit
Main
Set Administrator
Password. The
password length
must be in the
following range:
Password Description
If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set,
then this only limits access to Setup and is
only asked for when entering Setup. If ONLY
the user’s 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.
Minimum length 3
Maximum length 20
Administrator Password Status
User Password Status
NOT INSTALLED
NOT INSTALLED
Administrator Password
User Password
HDD Password Status :
Set Master Password
Set User Password
I/O Interface Security
System Mode state
Secure Boot state
Secure Boot Control
Key Management
NOT INSTALLED
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
→←
↑↓
+/— : Change Opt.
User
F1
F9
: General Help
: Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
Enabled
[Enabled]
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To set the password:
1.
On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User
Password.
2.
3.
Type in a password then press
.
Re-type to confirm the password then press
.
To clear the password:
1.
On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User
Password.
2.
3.
Type in the current password then press
.
Leave the Create New Password field blank then press
.
4.
Select Yes in the confirmation box then press
.
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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.
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Security
If Locked, LAN
controller will
be disabled.
I/O Interface Security
LAN Network Interface
Wireless Network Interface
HD AUDIO Interface
[UnLock]
[UnLock]
[UnLock]
USB Interface Security
LAN Network Interface
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
→←
↑↓
Lock
UnLock
+/— : Change Opt.
F1
F9
: General Help
: Optimized
Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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To lock an interface:
1.
2.
On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security.
Select an interface you would like to lock then press
.
3.
Select Lock.
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USB Interface Security
Through the I/O Interface Security menu, you can also access USB
Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices.
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Security
If Locked, all
USB device will
be disabled
USB Interface Security
USB Interface
[UnLock]
External Ports
CMOS Camera
Card Reader
[UnLock]
[UnLock]
[UnLock]
USB Interface
: Select Screen
: Select Item
nter: Select
→←
↓
Lock
UnLock
+/— : Change Opt.
F1
F9
: General Help
: Optimized
Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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To lock the USB interface:
1.
On the Security screen, select I/O Interface Security > USB
Interface Security.
2.
Select an interface that you would like to lock then select
Lock.
NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the
External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security.
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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.
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Main
Advanced
Boot Security
Save & Exit
Password Description
Set HDD Master
If ONLY the Administrator’s password is
set,then this only limits access to Setup
and is only asked for when entering Setup.
If ONLY the user’s 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.
Password.
***Advisable to
Power Cycle System
after Setting Hard
Disk Passwords***
Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED
User Password Status
Administrator Password
User Password
NOT INSTALLED
NOT INSTALLED
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
→←
↑↓
HDD Password Status :
Set Master Password
Set User Password
+/— : Change Opt.
F1
F9
: General Help
: Optimized
I/O Interface Security
Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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To set the HDD password:
1.
2.
On the Security screen, select Set Master Password.
Type in a password then press
.
3.
4.
Re-type to confirm the password then press
.
Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to
set up the user password.
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Save & Exit
To keep your configuration settings, select Save Changes and Exit
before exiting the BIOS.
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Main
Advanced
Boot
Security Save & Exit
Exit system setup
after saving the
changes.
Save Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Save Options
Save Changes
Discard Changes
Restore Defaults
Boot Override
Windows Boot Manager
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
→←
↑↓
Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device
+/— : Change Opt.
F1
F9
: General Help
: Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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To update the BIOS:
1.
Verify the Notebook PC’s exact model then download the latest
BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website.
2.
3.
Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive.
Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC.
4.
5.
Restart your Notebook PC then press
during POST.
From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then
press
.
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Main Advanced
Boot
Security
Save & Exit
Press Enter to run
the utility to
select and update
BIOS.
Start Easy Flash
Internal Pointing Device
Wake on Lid Open
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
Power Off Energy Saving
SATA Configuration
Graphics Configuration
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USB Configuration
Network Stack
: Select Screen
: Select Item
Enter: Select
→←
↑↓
+/— : Change Opt.
F1
F9
: General Help
: Optimized Defaults
F10 : Save & Exit
ESC : Exit
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6.
Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then
press
.
ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility
FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L Series
New BIOS
Platform: Unknown
Current BIOS
Platform: GL552
Version: Unknown
Version: 101
Build Date: Unknown
Build Time: Unknown
Build Date: Oct 26 2012
Build Time: 11:51:05
FSO
FS1
FS2
FS3
FS4
0 EFI
<DIR>
[←→]: Switch [↑↓]: Choose [q]: Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute
7.
After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Defaults to
restore the system to its default settings.
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Recovering your system
Using recovery options on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the
system to its original state or simply refresh its settings to help improve
performance.
IMPORTANT!
•
•
•
Back up all your data files before doing any recovery option on your
Notebook PC.
Note down important customized settings such as network settings,
user names, and passwords to avoid data loss.
Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before
resetting your system.
Windows® 8.1 allows you to do any of the following recovery options:
•
Refresh your PC without affecting your files - This option allows
you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files
(photos, music, videos, documents) and apps from the Windows®
store.
Using this option, you can restore your Notebook PC to its default
settings and delete other installed apps.
•
Remove everything and reinstall Windows - This option resets
your Notebook PC to its factory settings. You must back up your
data before doing this option.
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•
Advanced startup - Using this option allows you to perform
other advanced recovery options on your Notebook PC such as:
-
-
Using a USB drive, network connection or Windows recovery
DVD to startup your Notebook PC.
Using Troubleshoot to enable any of these advanced
recovery options: System Restore, System Image Recovery,
Startup Repair, Command Prompt, UEFI Firmware Settings,
Startup Settings.
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Enabling a recovery option
Refer to the following steps if you want to access and use any of the
available recovery options for your Notebook PC.
1.
Launch the charms bar and select Settings.
2.
Select Change PC Settings.
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3.
Under the PC Settings options, select Update and recovery.
4.
Under the Update and recovery options, select Recovery then
select the recovery option you would like to do.
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Chapter 5:
Upgrading your Notebook PC
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Installing the Hard Disk Drive
Refer to the following steps if you need to install a new HDD (hard disk
drive) of your Notebook PC.
IMPORTANT! Purchase an HDD from authorized retailers of this Notebook
PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or
telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power
supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover.
NOTES:
•
The appearance of your Notebook PC’s bottom side and HDD may
vary per model but the HDD installation remains the same.
•
It is recommended that you replace the HDD under professional
supervision. You may also visit an authorized service center for
further assistance.
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A.
B.
Loosen the screw from the Notebook PC’s compartment cover.
Pull out the compartment cover and remove it completely from
your Notebook PC.
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C.
Remove the screws securing the HDD bay to the compartment.
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D.
(optional) If an HDD is currently installed in your Notebook PC,
disconnect the HDD bay from the HDD port as shown in the
illustration below.
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E.
Use the flap on the HDD bay to pull it out of the compartment.
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F.
(optional) If an HDD is currently attached to the HDD bay, refer to
to the following steps on how to remove the old HDD:
1.
2.
Remove all the screws on the sides of the HDD bay.
Remove the old HDD from the HDD bay then place it on a
flat dry surface with its PCB (printed circuit board) facing up,
as shown in the illustration below.
old HDD
HDD bay
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G.
H.
Place the new HDD with its PCB (printed circuit board) facing the
HDD bay. Ensure that the port connectors of your HDD are not
obstructed by any part of the HDD bay.
Reattach and secure the HDD with the screws you removed
earlier.
new HDD
HDD bay
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I.
Replace the HDD bay back in the compartment, with the HDD
connector aligned with the Notebook PC’s HDD port. Push the
HDD bay until it connects with the Notebook PC.
J.
Secure the HDD bay with the screws you removed earlier.
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K.
L.
Align and replace the cover of the compartment.
Reattach and secure the cover using the screw you removed
earlier.
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Memory module
Upgrade the memory capacity of your Notebook PC by installing a RAM
(random-access memory module) in the memory module compartment.
The following steps show you how to install a RAM module into your
Notebook PC:
IMPORTANT! Purchase an RAM module from authorized retailers of this
Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or
telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power
supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover.
NOTES:
•
The appearance of your Notebook PC’s bottom side and RAM module
may vary per model but the module installation remains the same.
•
It is recommended that you install the RAM module under
professional supervision. You may also visit an authorized service
center for further assistance.
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A.
B.
Loosen the screw from the Notebook PC’s compartment cover.
Pull out the compartment cover and remove it completely from
your Notebook PC.
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D.
Align and insert the RAM module into the RAM module slot.
Push down the RAM module until it clicks in place
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E.
F.
Align and replace the cover of the compartment.
Reattach and secure the cover using the screw you removed
earlier.
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Useful tips for your Notebook PC
To help you maximize the use of your Notebook PC, maintain its system
performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some
useful tips that you can follow:
•
•
Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications
have the latest security settings.
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.
Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to
turn off your Notebook PC.
Always backup your data and make it a point to create a backup
data in an external storage drive.
Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high
temperatures. If you are not going to use your Notebook PC for a
long period of time (at least a month), we recommend that you
take out the battery if the battery is removable.
•
Disconnect all external devices and ensure you have the following
items prior to resetting your Notebook PC:
-
Product key for your operating systems and other installed
applications
-
-
-
Backup data
Log in ID and password
Internet connection information
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Hardware FAQs
1.
A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen
when 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.
2.
My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How
can I fix this?
The color and brightness of your display panel may be affected
by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC. The
brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC may also vary per
model. You may use the function keys or the display settings in
your operating system to adjust the appearance of your display
panel.
3.
How can I maximize my Notebook PC ‘s battery life?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
•
•
Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness.
If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your
system into Airplane mode.
•
•
Disconnect unused USB devices.
Close unused applications, especially those that take up too
much system memory.
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4.
My battery charge indicator does not light up. What’s wrong?
•
Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is
attached correctly. You may also disconnect the power
adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect
them again to the power outlet and Notebook PC.
•
If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service
center for assistance.
5.
6.
Why is my touchpad not working?
•
•
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:
•
Press
to turn up the speaker volume.
•
•
Check if your speakers were set to mute.
Check if a headphone jack is connected to your Notebook
PC and remove it.
7.
What should I do if my Notebook PC’s power adapter gets lost
or my battery stops working?
Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
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9.
Why does audio still come out from my Notebook PC’s audio
speakers even if I already connected my headphone into the
right jack port?
Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio
Manager to configure the settings.
My Notebook PC cannot do keystrokes correctly because my
cursor keeps on moving. What should I do?
Make sure that nothing accidentally touches or presses on your
touchpad while you type on the keyboard. You can also disable
your touchpad by pressing
.
10. My Notebook PC’s touchpad is not working. What should I
do?
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.
•
Press
.
11. Instead of showing letters, pressing the “U”, “I”, and “O” keys
on my keyboard displays numbers. How can I change this?
Press the
key or
(on selected models) on your
Notebook PC to turn off this feature and use the said keys for
inputting letters.
12. How do I know that my system is running?
Press and hold the power button for about two (2) seconds until
the power button’s LED indicator blinks five times and the camera
LED indicator blinks once.
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Software FAQs
1.
When I turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights
up but nothing appears on my screen. What can I do to fix
this?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
•
Force shutdown your Notebook PC by pressing the power
button for about ten (10) seconds. Check if the power
adapter and battery pack are inserted correctly then turn on
your Notebook PC.
•
If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service
center for assistance.
2.
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:
•
Remove all connected USB devices then restart your
Notebook PC.
•
If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a
memory storage problem. Contact your local ASUS service
center for assistance.
3.
My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating
system lags. How can I fix this?
Delete the applications you recently installed or were not
included with your operating system package then restart your
system.
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5.
My Notebook PC does not boot up. How can I fix this?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
•
Remove all connected devices to your Notebook PC then
restart your system.
•
If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service
center for assistance.
Why can’t my Notebook PC wake up from sleep mode?
•
You need to press the power button to resume your last
working state.
•
Your system might have completely used up its battery
power. Connect the power adapter to your Notebook PC
and connect to a power outlet then press the power button.
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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 MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio
and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes called copy guard) is
the name given to the content protection scheme adopted by the motion picture
industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication.
Although the design rules imposed on CSS licensors are many, one rule that is
most relevant is playback restrictions on regionalized content. In order to facilitate
geographically staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific
geographic regions as defined in “Region Definitions” below. Copyright laws require
that all DVD movies be limited to a particular region (usually coded to the region at
which it is sold). While DVD movie content may be released for multiple regions, CSS
design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must
only be capable of playing one region.
IMPORTANT! The region setting may be changed up to five times using the viewer
software, then it can only play DVD movies for the last region setting. Changing the
region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If
resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user.
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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, Pacific
Islands, South America
Region 5
CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea
Region 6
China
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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.
Region B
European, African, and South West Asian countries and their territories; Australia
and 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.
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 approved
in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal
connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due
to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries,
the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful
operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you
should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.
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Overview
On 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the CTR 21 has
been published in the Official Journal of the EC. The CTR 21 applies to all non
voice terminal equipment with DTMF-dialling which is intended to be connected
to the analogue PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network).
CTR 21 (Common Technical Regulation) for the attachment requirements for
connection to the analogue public switched telephone networks of terminal
equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony
justified case service) in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of
dual tone multi-frequency signalling.
Network Compatibility Declaration
Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor:
“This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed
to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter-
working difficulties.”
Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: “This declaration will
indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any
notified networks with which the equipment may have inter-working difficulties.
The manufacturer shall also associate a statement to make it clear where network
compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings. It will also
advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use the equipment on
another network.”
Up to now the Notified Body of CETECOM issued several pan-European approvals
using CTR 21. The results are Europe’s first modems which do not require
regulatory approvals in each individual European country.
Non-Voice Equipment
Answering machines and loud-speaking telephones can be eligible as well as
modems, fax machines, auto-dialers and alarm systems. Equipment in which the
end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones
and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded.
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This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21
standard.
Country
Austria1
Applied
Yes
More Testing
No
Belgium
Czech Republic
Denmark1
Finland
Yes
No
No
Not Applicable
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
France
Yes
No
Germany
Greece
Yes
No
Yes
No
Hungary
Iceland
No
Not Applicable
Yes
No
Ireland
Yes
No
Italy
Still Pending
No
Still Pending
Israel
No
Lichtenstein
Luxemburg
The Netherlands1
Norway
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Poland
No
Not Applicable
Portugal
Spain
No
Not Applicable
No
Not Applicable
Sweden
Yes
No
No
No
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Yes
Yes
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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_21.
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).
In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller
ID facilities.
Federal Communications Commission
Interference Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
•
•
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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•
•
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. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded
cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void your authority to operate the equipment.
(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993.
Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records
Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.)
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution
Statement
WARNING! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
“The manufacture declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the
2.4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA.”
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC 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.
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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 60950]
Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.1b]
Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301
489-17]
•
•
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 EEC
directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility”and 2006/95/EC “Low
voltage directive”.
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the
European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and
Telecommunications 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 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.
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 Mobile
Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from
windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that
is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
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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. Les utilisateurs finaux doivent suivre
les instructions de fonctionnement spécifiques pour satisfaire la conformité aux
expositions RF.
Son utilisation est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes :
•
•
Cet appareil ne peut pas causer d’interférence, et
Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les interférences
qui pourraient causer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.
Pour éviter les interférences radio avec le service sous licence (c’est à-dire le
partage de canal avec les systèmes de téléphonie satellite), cet appareil est destiné
à être utilisé en intérieur et loin des fenêtres pour fournir un blindage maximal.
Tout appareil (ou son antenne d’émission) qui est installé en extérieur est sujet à
cette licence.
Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
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Wireless Operation Channel for Different
Domains
N. America
Japan
2.412-2.462 GHz
2.412-2.484 GHz
Ch01 through CH11
Ch01 through Ch14
Europe ETSI
2.412-2.472 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:
•
•
10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 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 2483.5
MHz.
There are few possibilities for outdoor use: on private property or on the private
property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure
by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the
2446.5–2483.5 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
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Departments in which the use of the 2400–2483.5 MHz band is permitted with an
EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than 10mW outdoors:
01 Ain
02 Aisne
03 Allier
05 Hautes Alpes
08 Ardennes
09 Ariège
11 Aude
12 Aveyron
25 Doubs
16 Charente
26 Drôme
24 Dordogne
32 Gers
36 Indre
45 Loiret
58 Nièvre
37 Indre et Loire
50 Manche
59 Nord
41 Loir et Cher
55 Meuse
60 Oise
61 Orne
63 Puy du Dôme
64 Pyrénées Atlantique
68 Haut Rhin
66 Pyrénées Orientales
70 Haute Saône
67 Bas Rhin
71 Saône et Loire
75 Paris
82 Tarn et Garonne
89 Yonne
84 Vaucluse
88 Vosges
90 Territoire de Belfort
94 Val de Marne
This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless
LAN 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) equipment
intended 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 Electrical
Code (NFPA 70).
When using the Notebook PC modem, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including
the 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 a
swimming pool.
•
•
DO NOT use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. There may be a
remote 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 may
consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series,
parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an
irreversible or reversible chemical reaction.
•
Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as they may
explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions
to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion.
•
Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the
risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certified
power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized
retailers.
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Power Safety Requirement
Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg
must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or
H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2.
TV Notices
Note to CATV System Installer—Cable 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 Coaxial
Cable – installation should include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the
earth at the building entrance.
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. patents and other intellectual property rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
Prevention of Hearing Loss
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume
levels for long periods.
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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. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente. (Italian)
VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz
nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ.
Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German)
ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning
må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri
tilbage til leverandøren. (Danish)
VARNING! Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller
en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt
batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. (Swedish)
VAROITUS! Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo
ainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo
valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti. (Finnish)
ATTENTION! Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la
batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mêre type ou d’un type
équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées
conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French)
ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme
batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte
batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian)
(Japanese)
ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного типа возможно
его возгорание. Утилизируйте аккумулятор в соответствии с инструкциями
производителя. (Russian)
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Optical Drive Safety Information
Laser Safety Information
CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
WARNING! To prevent exposure to the optical drive’s laser, do not attempt to
disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. For your safety, contact a
professional technician for assistance.
Service warning label
WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR
VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
CDRH Regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration 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 other
than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Coating Notice
IMPORTANT! To provide electrical insulation and maintain electrical safety, a
coating is applied to insulate the device except on the areas where the I/O ports
are located.
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CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in
Modem)
Danish
Dutch
English
Finnish
French
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German
Greek
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Swedish
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ENERGY STAR complied product
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping
us all save money and protect the environment through energy
efficient products and practices.
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 10 and 30 minutes
of user inactivity. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on
the keyboard. Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for detail
information on power management and its benefits to the environment. In
addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on the
ENERGY STAR joint program.
NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems.
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance
and 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.
Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.htm for information
disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with:
Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations
EU REACH SVHC
Korea RoHS
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ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the
highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing
solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other
components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/
english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions.
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in
North America
For US and Canada customers, you can call 1-800-822-8837
(toll-free) for recycling information of your ASUS products’
rechargeable batteries.
Regional notice for California
WARNING! This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Regional notice for Singapore
This ASUS product complies with IDA Standards.
Complies with
IDA Standards
DB103778
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Regional notice for India
This product complies with the “India E-waste (Management and Handling)Rule
2011”and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated
biphenyls(PBBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations
exceeding 0.1 % by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01 % by weight
in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in
Schedule-II of the Rule.
Notices for removeable batteries
•
•
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
The battery and its component must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Avis concernant les batteries remplaçables
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La batterie de l’ordinateur portable peut présenter un risque d’incendie ou
de brûlure si celle-ci est retirée ou désassemblée.
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La batterie et ses composants doivent être recyclés de façon appropriée.
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EC Declaration of Conformity
We, the undersigned,
Manufacturer:
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
Address:
4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH
Authorized representative in Europe:
Address, City:
HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN
GERMANY
Country:
declare the following apparatus:
Product name :
Notebook PC
Model name :
GL552J, FZ50J, ZX50J
conform with the essential requirements of the following directives:
2004/108/EC-EMC Directive
EN 55022:2010+AC:2011
EN 61000-3-2:2006+A2:2009
EN 55013:2001+A1:2003+A2:2006
EN 55024:2010
EN 61000-3-3:2013
EN 55020:2007+A11:2011
1999/5/EC-R&TTE Directive
EN 300 328 V1.8.1(2012-06)
EN 300 440-1 V1.6.1(2010-08)
EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1(2010-08)
EN 301 511 V9.0.2(2003-03)
EN 301 908-1 V5.2.1(2011-05)
EN 301 908-2 V5.2.1(2011-07)
EN 301 893 V1.7.1(2012-06)
EN 302 544-2 V1.1.1(2009-01)
EN 302 623 V1.1.1(2009-01)
EN 300 330-1 V1.7.1(2010-02)
EN 300 330-2 V1.5.1(2010-02)
EN 50360:2001
EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2(2011-09)
EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1(2002-08)
EN 301 489-4 V1.4.1(2009-05)
EN 301 489-7 V1.3.1(2005-11)
EN 301 489-9 V1.4.1(2007-11)
EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1(2012-09)
EN 301 489-24 V1.5.1(2010-09)
EN 302 326-2 V1.2.2(2007-06)
EN 302 326-3 V1.3.1(2007-09)
EN 301 357-2 V1.4.1(2008-11)
EN 302 291-1 V1.1.1(2005-07)
EN 302 291-2 V1.1.1(2005-07)
EN 50385:2002
EN 62479:2010
EN 62311:2008
2006/95/EC-LVD Directive
EN 60950-1 / A12:2011
EN 60065:2002 / A12:2011
2009/125/EC-ErP Directive
Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008
Regulation (EC) No. 642/2009
Regulation (EC) No. 278/2009
Regulation (EC) No. 617/2013
2011/65/EU-RoHS Directive
CE marking
Ver.140331
(EC conformity marking)
Position : CEO
Name :
Jerry Shen
Declaration Date: 16/02/2015
Signature : __________
Year to begin affixing CE marking: 2015
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