ASUS X705MA-BX023T (90NB0IF2-M01220) user manual

Contents

1. About this manualp. 7

   This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware…

2. Conventions used in this manualp. 8

   To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to…

3. Safety precautionsp. 9

   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…

4. Chapter 1: Hardware Setupp. 13
5. Getting to know your Notebook PCp. 14

   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. 14” model

6. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PCp. 33
7. Getting startedp. 34

   Charge your Notebook PC A. Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s power (DC) input port. B. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power…

8. Using the keyboardp. 44

   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…

9. Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10p. 49
10. Starting for the first timep. 50

    When you start your Notebook PC for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring your Windows® 10 operating system. To start your…

11. Start menup. 51

    The Start menu is the main gateway to your Notebook PC’s programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. You can use the Start menu to do these common…

12. Windows® appsp. 53

    These are apps pinned on the right pane of the Start menu and displayed in tiled-format for easy access. NOTE: Some Windows® apps require signing in to your…

13. Task viewp. 57

    Quickly switch between opened apps and programs using the task view feature, you can also use task view to switch between desktops. Launching task view…

14. Snap featurep. 58

    The Snap feature displays apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. Snap hotspots You can drag and drop apps to these hotspots to snap…

15. Action Centerp. 60

    consolidates notifications from apps and presents a single place where you can interact with them. It also has a really useful Quick Actions section at the…

16. Other keyboard shortcutsp. 61

    Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 10. \ Launches Start menu Launches Action…

17. Connecting to wireless networksp. 63

    Wi-Fi Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your Notebook PC’s Wi-Fi connection. IMPORTANT! Airplane mode…

18. Connecting to wired networksp. 66

    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…

19. Turning your Notebook PC offp. 68

    You can turn off your Notebook PC by doing either of the following procedures: • Launch the Start menu, then select > Shut down to do a normal shutdown. • From…

20. Putting your Notebook PC to sleepp. 69

    To put your Notebook PC to Sleep mode: • Launch the Start menu, then select > Sleep to put your Notebook PC to sleep. • From the log-in screen, select > Sleep.…

21. Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)p. 71
22. The Power-On Self-Test (POST)p. 72

    The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. The software that…

23. BIOSp. 72

    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…

24. Recovering your systemp. 80

    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.…

25. Tips and FAQsp. 83
26. Useful tips for your Notebook PCp. 84

    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…

27. Hardware FAQsp. 85

    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…

28. Software FAQsp. 88

    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…

29. Appendicesp. 91
30. DVD-ROM Drive Informationp. 92

    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. NOTE: The DVD-ROM…