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Page 4 - Contents; Icons; Before upgrading to Windows
Contents About this user guide ....................................................................................... 5 Icons ............................................................................................................... 5 Messages .....................................................
Page 5 - About this user guide; Bold; Italic
5 About this user guide This user guide provides an overview of using Windows® 8 plus the exclusive ASUS software applications included with your Notebook PC.As you read along, you will find certain icons, messages, and typography used as follows: Icons The icons below indicate which device can be u...
Page 6 - For updates on these system requirements, visit; system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to; Processor; GHz or faster; RAM; Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with; Screen resolution; apps
6 NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http:// www.windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/faq Before upgrading to Windows ® 8 To facilitate a smoother transition from your previous operating system, read the system requirements below before upgrading to Windows® 8: Processor 1GHz or ...
Page 7 - Using your Microsoft account
7 Using Windows ® 8 for the first time After completing the installation process, Windows® 8 directs you to a series of steps where you can customize your account settings and set user preferences for your Notebook PC. The setup process consists of the following: Step 1: Pick the languageStep 2: Lic...
Page 8 - Starting up Windows; To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode,; Steps 2-4 are also applicable when restarting your
8 Starting up Windows ® 8 To access Windows® 8 from Shut Down, Sleep, or Hibernate mode, refer to the following steps: 1. Press the power button on your Notebook PC .2. The Windows® 8 lock screen appears after the Notebook PC boots up. Click on the touchpad or press any key on the keyboard to procee...
Page 9 - Windows® apps; A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher; Windows; Start screen
9 Windows® apps This group of applications can be customized to provide a one-stop hub for work and play on your Notebook PC. Each of them represent a specific function that you can use and share through network connections. IMPORTANT! A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required t...
Page 10 - Hotspots; Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the; Hotspots on a launched app; Hotspot
10 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 launched app Hotspot Action upper left corner (1) Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbna...
Page 11 - Hotspots on the Start screen
11 Hotspot Action upper left corner (1) Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbnail to revert back to that app. (2) If you launched more than one app, slide down to show all launched apps. lower left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbnail to re...
Page 12 - Closing apps; tab; Customizing apps on the Start Screen
1 Working with Windows ® apps Use your Notebook PC’s touchpad or keyboard to launch and customize your 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 ...
Page 13 - Accessing All Apps; All Apps; Launching the All Apps screen
1 Accessing All Apps Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications like the exclusive ASUS Software apps bundled with your Notebook PC through the All Apps screen. Right-click on the Start screen then click the All Apps icon. From the Start screen, pre...
Page 14 - Adding more apps on the Start screen; Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to add
1 Adding more apps on the Start screen 1. Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to add on the Start screen. 2. Right-click on the app to activate its settings. 3. Click on the icon. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 14 8/13/12 2:48:00 PM
Page 15 - Charm bar; Launching the Charm bar; When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set
15 Charm bar The Charm 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. Launching the Charm bar NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar in...
Page 16 - Inside the Charm bar; Search; This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in; Share; screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.; Devices; This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices; Settings; This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Notebook PC.
16 Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Notebook PC. Share This tool allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This tool reverts the display back to the Start screen. From the Start screen, you can al...
Page 17 - Snap feature; A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is; Activating Snap
17 Snap feature Using the Snap feature allows you to run two applications simultaneously on your Notebook PC. Once activated, the Snap bar appears to divide your display into two. IMPORTANT! A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature. Snap bar Activating Sn...
Page 18 - Disabling Airplane mode; Airplane mode
18 Wi-Fi connection Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC’s Wi-Fi connection. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode should be turned off to enable this function. Disabling Airplane mode Use your Notebook PC’s touchpad or keyboard to disabl...
Page 19 - The access point you chose gets activated as below. Click; Connect; to start the network connection; You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate; Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi
19 4. The access point you chose gets activated as below. Click Connect to start the network connection . NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi connection. 3. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi connections. e7495_Win8_User_Guide.indd 19 8/13/12 ...
Page 20 - Function keys; The function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger the; Sleep mode
0 Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger the following commands: fn + f1 puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode fn + f2 turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. fn + f3 (on selected models) decreases key...
Page 21 - to switch between these display; launches the ASUS LifeFrame app; (see page 24 for more; Function keys for ASUS Apps; can be used to launch ASUS apps.
1 fn + C toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology app to switch between these display color enhancement modes: Gamma Correction, Vivid Mode, Theater Mode, Soft Mode, My Profile, and Normal. fn + V launches the ASUS LifeFrame app (see page 22 for more details) fn + spacebar launches the...
Page 22 - LifeFrame; Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create; Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable; To launch LifeFrame; Press; Featured ASUS Apps
LifeFrame Enhance your webcam functions through the LifeFrame app. Create snapshots, edit photos, record videos, record audio files, use your webcam as a security monitoring device, and play games using this app. NOTE: Some Notebook PC models might require you to enable the camera before using LifeF...
Page 23 - LifeFrame functions; Camera
LifeFrame functions Camera Use this function to take pictures using your webcam. Camcorder Use this function to take videos through your webcam. Monitor This function lets you use your webcam as a security video monitor as it automatically detects movement then captures it on photo. Voice Recorder U...
Page 24 - Power4Gear Hybrid; Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power; Unplugging the Notebook PC from its power adapter; To launch Power4Gear Hybrid
Power4Gear Hybrid Optimize the performance of your Notebook PC using the power saving modes in Power4Gear. NOTE: Unplugging the Notebook PC from its power adapter automatically switches Power4Gear Hybrid to Battery Saving mode. To launch Power4Gear Hybrid Press fn + spacebar Select from these power ...
Page 25 - Performance mode; Performance; Battery Saving mode; Battery Saving
5 Performance mode Use this mode when doing high-performance activities like playing games or conducting business presentations using your Notebook PC. To customize, click the Performance icon inside the Power4Gear Hybrid window then click on Settings. Battery Saving mode This mode extends your Note...
Page 26 - USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your; USB Charger+ is available in your USB 3.0 charge port; Using the USB Charger+ Settings; The USB Charger+ Settings lets you set the charge limit when your
6 USB Charger+ USB Charger+ allows you to quick charge mobile devices via your ASUS Notebook PC’s USB charge port.This feature can also be used even while your Notebook PC is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). NOTE: USB Charger+ is available in your USB 3.0 charge port with ...
Page 27 - On some models, the USB Charger+ automatically
7 3. Select one or both of these charging options: Enable quick charge when the system is running or Enable quick charge when the system is in sleep/hibernate/shutdown mode. 4. Move the percentage slider to the left or to the right to set the limit for charging devices. 5. Click OK to save the setti...
Page 28 - Instant On; Save battery power while your Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode; Deep S3 is a technology that lets you save more battery; This mode is default-enabled in your Notebook PC. It allows the; Battery saving mode; This mode enables longer standby times allowing the battery to
8 Instant On Save battery power while your Notebook PC is on deep sleep mode (Deep S3) using Instant On. NOTE: Deep S3 is a technology that lets you save more battery power while your ASUS Notebook PC is on sleep mode. IMPORTANT! The standby time varies according to your Notebook PC's remaining batt...
Page 29 - Back up all your data before enabling this option.; Remove everything and reinstall
9 Remove everything and reinstall Windows Restoring your Notebook PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to enable this option: IMPORTANT! Back up all your data before enabling this option. NOTE: This ...
Page 30 - Shutting down your Notebook PC; Shutting down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or; Shut Down; from the drop-down list then click
0 Shutting down your Notebook PC Shutting down your Notebook PC can be done on the Start screen or from the desktop. 1. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Click Settings > Power > Shutdown. To shut down from the desktop, press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Select Shut Down from the drop-down ...
