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  • Page 1 E11626 First Edition April 2016 E-Manual...
  • Page 2 Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this manual .....................6 Conventions used in this manual ................7 Typography ........................7 Safety precautions .....................8 Using your Notebook PC ....................8 Caring for your Notebook PC ..................9 Proper disposal ........................10 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC ..............12 Top View ..........................12 Bottom ..........................15 Right Side ..........................16...
  • Page 4 Chapter 3: Working with Chrome™ OS Starting for the rst time ..................32 Sign-in area ........................33 Browse as Guest ......................33 User account ........................34 Using your desktop ....................35 Apps list ..........................35 Status area .........................37 Connecting to the Internet ..................40 Chrome browser ......................43 Printing documents ....................45 Google Cloud Print ......................47 Managing your les ....................52...
  • Page 5 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) ......84 ENERGY STAR complied product ................86 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ....86 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ................87 Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America......87 Regional notice for California ..................87 Regional notice for Singapore ...................87 Regional notice for India ....................88...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    Ab o u t t h i s m an u al This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Set up This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the di erent parts of your Notebook PC.

  • Page 7: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Saf et y p r e ca u t i o n s 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.

  • Page 9: Caring For Your Notebook Pc

    Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC using a dry cloth.

  • Page 10: Proper Disposal

    Proper disposal Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury- containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

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

  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your Notebook Pc

    Ge t t i n g t o k n o w y o u r N o t e b o o k 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.
  • Page 13 Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use. Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC.
  • Page 14 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 the touchpad section in this manual. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or o .

  • Page 15: Bottom

    Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents. IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the speci cations for this Notebook PC.

  • Page 16: Right Side

    Right Side USB 3.0 port The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using Kensington®...

  • Page 17: Left Side

    Left Side Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. WARNING! The adapter may become warm to hot while in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is connected to a power source.
  • Page 18 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: Color St at us Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%.
  • Page 19 USB 3.0 port The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC card formats.
  • Page 20 Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Using Your Notebook Pc

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

  • Page 22: Getting Started

    Ge t t i n g st a r t e d Charge your Notebook PC Plug the AC power adapter 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 rst time.
  • Page 23 Notebook PC from the power socket. WARNING! Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC’s battery: • Only ASUS-authorized techniciansshould remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in thisdevice may present a risk of öre or chemical burn if removed or disassembled.

  • Page 24: Lift To Open The Display Panel And Your Notebook Pc Will Turn On Automatically

    Lift to open the display panel and your Notebook PC will turn on automatically NOTE: You can also press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or o . Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 25: Using The Touchpad

    Using the touchpad Moving the pointer You can tap anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your nger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 26 One- nger gestures Tap/Double-tap • Tap an app to select it. • Double-tap an app to launch it. • Double-tap on an active screen to minimize or maximize it on your display panel. Drag and drop Tap on an active screen then slide the same nger without lifting it o the touchpad.
  • Page 27 Two- nger gestures Tap two ngers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function. Two- nger scroll (up/down) Two- nger scroll (left/right) Slide two ngers to scroll up or Slide two ngers to scroll left or down. right. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 28 Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the touchpad. Using your other nger, slide on the touchpad to drag the item, lift your nger o the button to drop the item. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 29 Three- nger gestures Swipe left/Swipe right If you opened multiple tabs on your web browser, swipe three ngers left or right to switch between these tabs. Swipe down Swipe down to see an overview of all the screens currently opened on Chrome™...

  • Page 30: Using The Keyboard

    Usi n g t h e k ey b o a r d The following shortcut keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can be used to launch programs and functions while using your Chrome™ operating system. Goes back to the previous page Moves to the next page Reloads your current web page Activates full-screen mode for the currently opened...

  • Page 31: Chapter 3: Working With Chrome™ Os

    Chapter 3: Working with Chrome™ OS Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 32: Starting For The Rst Time

    St a r t i n g f o r t h e ¿ r st t i m e When you start your Notebook PC for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in con guring your Chrome™ operating system. To start your Notebook PC for the rst time: Press the power button on your Notebook PC.

  • Page 33: Sign-In Area

    Si g n - i n a r ea After turning on your Notebook PC, the sign-in screen appears so you can choose to work on Chrome™ OS using either of the following options. IMPORTANT! Ensure you have Internet connection before choosing any of the following sign-in options.

  • Page 34: User Account

    User account Use this option to access apps and other programs o ered in Chrome™ OS and save downloaded les, apps, and browser histories right into your user account. Signing in to your user account Select the user account you want to use then type your password on the enter password eld.

  • Page 35: Using Your Desktop

    Usi n g y o u r d esk t o p Apps list Start working on your Notebook PC by launching apps that can be accessed after signing in to your user account. These apps enable a variety of functions that can help you maximize the features of your Notebook PC.
  • Page 36 Adding apps on the launcher To add more apps on the launcher: Click Right-click on the apps you want to add on the launcher then select Pin to shelf. Deleting apps from the launcher To delete any of the apps you currently have on the launcher: Right-click on the apps you want to delete.

  • Page 37: Status Area

    Status area At a glance, the status area displays an overview of your Google user account information. It also allows you to change the settings of your Notebook PC and your current user account. status area Click to launch the status area Launching the status area To launch the status area, click anywhere on the status area box on the lower right corner of your desktop screen.
  • Page 38 Inside the status area User account This shows the currently used Google user account. Settings Click this option to access your Chrome™ OS settings. Sign out Click this option to sign out from the current user account. Network Click this option to view your current network connection, available network connections, and the network settings.
  • Page 39 Volume Drag the volume slider to the left or to the right to turn the volume up or down on your Notebook PC. Battery status This shows the current battery life percentage of your Notebook PC. It also calculates the remaining time before your battery becomes discharged or fully-charged again.

  • Page 40: Connecting To The Internet

    Co n n ect i n g t o t h e I n t er n e t Internet connection is a must for you to work on Chrome™ OS via your Notebook PC. Connect to the Internet wirelessly using a Wi-Fi connection.
  • Page 41 Adding a network connection To add a new network connection to your list of networks: Launch the status area. Click Settings. Under Internet connection, select Add connection. Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 42 Choose Add Wi-Fi... or Add private network... then input the necessary details to setup your new network connection. Click Connect to start connecting to the Internet using this new network connection. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 43: Chrome Browser

    Chrome browser The Chrome browser is your main tool to go online. Aside from the Internet, this browser also displays most of the applications launched in the Chrome™ OS. To launch the Chrome browser, click on the launcher. Inside the Chrome browser Previous and next web page icons Press these icons to go back to the previous page or go to the next web page.
  • Page 44 The tab allows you to launch multiple sites or applications on your Chrome browser. Close Click this option to close the current tab. New tab Click this option to launch a new tab on your Chrome browser. Address bar The address bar displays the current le path or website address of the tab you are viewing.

  • Page 45: Printing Documents

    Pr i n t i n g d o cu m en t s Using the print feature of your Notebook PC’s Chrome™ OS, you can save les in PDF format or create hard copies via Google Cloud Print. Saving PDF les To save your le in PDF format: Open the le you want to print then press On the left side of your screen, select the settings you want to...
  • Page 46 In the next screen that appears, select which location you want to save your le as a PDF then type in your preferred le name in the File name box. Click Save to create the PDF le into the location and exit. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 47: Google Cloud Print

    Google Cloud Print If you need to create le printouts from your Notebook PC, you may do so using the Google Cloud Print feature. Google Cloud Print allows you to create hard copies using these key ingredients: cloud-based technology, an active Internet connection, and a cloud print enabled printer.
  • Page 48 Connecting a classic printer to Google Cloud Print Classic printers are printers that do not automatically support Google Cloud Print and needs to be manually setup for use with Google. To use a classic printer with your Notebook PC, you need to connect the said printer to Google Cloud Print via a compatible Windows®...
  • Page 49 To connect classic printers to Google Cloud print: Connect your preferred printer to your computer then turn on both devices. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your printer is already installed to your computer before proceeding with the next steps. Connect your computer to the Internet then open your Google Chrome browser.
  • Page 50 Under Classic printers click Add printers. Sign in using your Google account. In the next screen, click the printer that you want to connect to Google Cloud Print then click Add printer(s). The following screen appears when you have successfully set up your printer with Google Cloud Print.
  • Page 51 Using Google Cloud Print to create printouts After successfully connecting your printer with Google Cloud Print, you can start printing les from your Notebook PC using the following procedures: Open the le you want to print then press Under the Destination option, click Change... From the list of registered printers, click the printer you want to use.

  • Page 52: Managing Your Les

    M a n a g i n g y o u r ¿ l es Manage and store les on your Notebook PC using the Files app and Google Drive app on the Chrome™ OS. Using these apps, you can store and edit various les such as documents, images, audios, and videos while working on your Notebook PC.
  • Page 53 File locations This column shows you the currently available le locations. This also shows all the external storage devices that are currently connected to your Notebook PC. Search Click on the search button to enable the search box. To use the search box, type the le name you want to locate then press Settings Click this button to customize the settings of your currently...
  • Page 54 Accessing les stored on your Notebook PC The Downloads folder inside the Files app is where your Notebook PC stores all types of les downloaded online or saved on your Notebook To access these les, simply launch the Files app then select the Downloads folder and click the le you want to open.
  • Page 55 Unmounting devices To ensure that your devices are safely disconnected from your Notebook PC, unmount them rst via Files app using the following steps: Click > Select the device you want to unmount then click Once the unmounted device no longer appears on the le locations column, you may remove the device from your Notebook PC.

  • Page 56: Google Drive

    Google Drive Google Drive is a 15GB cloud storage system you can access on your Notebook PC via your Google account. It allows you to sync and access your les across other devices such as mobile phones, tablet PCs, and other Notebook PCs.
  • Page 57 Moving your downloads to Google Drive By default, all the les downloaded on your Notebook PC are stored inside the Files app. Y ou can move these les to your Google Drive using the following procedures: Click > Click Downloads then select the Google docs, les, or folders that you want to move then drag and drop these selected items into Google Drive.
  • Page 58 Inside the Google Drive app Create Click this option to create a new le that is automatically saved in your Google Drive. Upload Click this option to upload les or folders from another location into your Google Drive. File locations This column shows you the currently available le locations inside your Google Drive.
  • Page 59 Search box Type the name of the le, folder, or Google document that you want to nd inside Google Drive then press or click Search Click this button to start searching for the indicated le name. Details and activity Click this option to show the activity log of your Google Drive account and the details of your My Drive le location.

  • Page 60: Resetting Your Notebook Pc

    Rese t t i n g y o u r N o t eb o o k PC In case you need to reset your Chrome™ OS to its default settings, you may do so using Powerwash. Using Powerwash WARNING! •...
  • Page 61 Click Powerwash. When prompted, click Restart. In the Powerwash your Chrome device window, click Reset to proceed. Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 62: Turning Your Notebook Pc O

    Tu r n i n g y o u r N o t e b o o k PC o f f You can turn o your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures: Using Chrome™ OS Launch the status area. Click Using the power button on your Notebook PC You can also use this option to turn o your Notebook PC in case it...

  • Page 63: Tips And Faqs

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  • Page 64: Useful Tips For Your Notebook Pc

    Use f u l t i p s f o r y o u r N o t e b o o k 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: •...

  • Page 65: Hardware Faqs

    I turn on the Notebook PC. What should I do? Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not a ect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently a ects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How...
  • Page 66 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. 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.

  • Page 67: Software Faqs

    • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PCmight have a memory storage problem. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. How can I x this?
  • Page 68 My Notebook PC does not boot up. How can I x this? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected devicesto your Notebook PCthen restart your system. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUSservice center for assistance.

  • Page 69: Appendices

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  • Page 70: Internal Modem Compliancy

    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 di erences between the individual PSTNs provided in di erent countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.

  • Page 71: Network Compatibility Declaration

    Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Noti ed Body and the vendor: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any noti ed networks with which the equipment may have inter- working di culties.”...
  • Page 72 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More Testing Austria Belgium Czech Republic Not Applicable Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Not Applicable Iceland Ireland Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Not Applicable...
  • Page 73 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 super uous).

  • Page 74: Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

    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.

  • Page 75: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement WARNING! Any changes or modi cations 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 speci ed rmware controlled in the USA.

  • Page 76: Ic Radiation Exposure Statement For Canada

    IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the speci c operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

  • Page 77: Déclaration D'industrie Canada Relative À L'exposition Aux Ondes Radio

    Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiations d’Industrie Canada dé nies pour un environnement non-contrôlé. Pour maintenir la conformité avec les exigences d’exposition RF d’IC, veuillez éviter tout contact direct avec l’antenne pendant l’émission.

  • Page 78: Wireless Operation Channel For Di Erent Domains

    Wireless Operation Channel for Di erent Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz 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: •...
  • Page 79 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 16 Charente 24 Dordogne...

  • Page 80: Ul Safety Notices

    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 (NFP A 70).

  • Page 81: Power Safety Requirement

    REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.A.

  • Page 82: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries)

    Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica.

  • Page 83: Optical Drive Safety Information

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

  • Page 84: Ctr 21 Approval (For Notebook Pc With Built-In Modem)

    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French Notebook PC E-Manual...
  • Page 85 German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish Notebook PC E-Manual...

  • Page 86: Energy Star Complied Product

    Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

  • Page 87: Asus Recycling/Takeback Services

    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 di erent regions.

  • Page 88: Regional Notice For India

    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.
  • Page 89 EU Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Notebook PC...
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