Asus T100 Series E-manual

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3 Table of Contents About this manual......................................................................................................6 Conventions used in this manual..............................................................................7 Icons.....................................................................................................................................7 Typography........................................................................................................................7 Safety precautions.....................................................................................................8 Using your Notebook PC...............................................................................................8 Caring for your Notebook PC......................................................................................9 Proper disposal.................................................................................................................10 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Top View.........................................................................................................................12 Tablet features..................................................................................................................14 Mobile dock features......................................................................................................19 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started............................................................................................................22 Docking the tablet on the mobile dock..................................................................22 Charging your Notebook PC.......................................................................................23 Turning on your Notebook PC....................................................................................26 Gestures for the tablet and touchpad.................................................................27 Using the tablet................................................................................................................27 Using the touchpad........................................................................................................30 Using the keyboard....................................................................................................38 Function keys....................................................................................................................38 Windows® keys.................................................................................................................39 Keyboard as numeric keypad......................................................................................39 Undocking the tablet................................................................................................40 Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1 Starting for the first time..........................................................................................42 Windows ® 8.1 lock screen.........................................................................................42 Windows ® UI.................................................................................................................43 Start screen........................................................................................................................43 Windows® Apps...............................................................................................................43

Hotspots.............................................................................................................................44 Start button.......................................................................................................................47 Customizing your Start screen....................................................................................49 Working with Windows ® apps................................................................................50 Launching apps................................................................................................................50 Customizing apps............................................................................................................50 Accessing the Apps screen...........................................................................................53 Charms bar.........................................................................................................................55 Snap feature......................................................................................................................58 Other keyboard shortcuts.......................................................................................60 Connecting to wireless networks.........................................................................62 Wi-Fi......................................................................................................................................62 Bluetooth ...........................................................................................................................63 Airplane mode..................................................................................................................65 Turning your Notebook PC off...............................................................................66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep..........................................................................67 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting your Notebook PC Troubleshoot................................................................................................................70 Refresh your PC................................................................................................................70 Reset your PC....................................................................................................................71 Advanced options...........................................................................................................72 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC.........................................................................76 Hardware FAQs............................................................................................................77 Software FAQs..............................................................................................................80 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy......................................................................................84 Overview.............................................................................................................................84 Network Compatibility Declaration..........................................................................85 Non-Voice Equipment ...................................................................................................85 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement....................87 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement..................................88

5 RF Exposure Information (SAR)...................................................................................89 Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)...................................90 CE Marking.........................................................................................................................90 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada.......................................................91 Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio ....92 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains............................................93 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands........................................................93 UL Safety Notices.............................................................................................................95 Power Safety Requirement..........................................................................................96 TV Notices..........................................................................................................................96 REACH..................................................................................................................................96 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice...............................................................96 Prevention of Hearing Loss..........................................................................................96 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)............................................97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)...............................98 ENERGY STAR complied product...............................................................................100 European Union Eco-label............................................................................................100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration...................101 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services...........................................................................101 Regional notice for Singapore....................................................................................101 National Telecommunications Commission of the Philippines .....................102

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: Troubleshooting your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to solve problems that you can encounter when using 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.

7 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 touch screen panel. = 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.

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.

9 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.

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.

13 Tablet Your Notebook PC comes with a tablet to suit your mobile needs. The tablet is also equipped with its own features for work and play which can be accessed using touch screen gestures. NOTE: For more details on using the tablet, refer to the Tablet features and Gestures for the tablet and touchpad sections in this manual. Mobile dock Connecting the mobile dock to your tablet allows you to use both devices as a Notebook PC. The mobile dock provides additional input features to your touch screen panel via its touchpad and keyboard functions. IMPORTANT! To know more about connecting or disconnecting your tablet from its mobile dock, refer to the Docking the tablet on the mobile dock and Undocking the tablet sections in this manual.

15 Front camera The built-in 1.2-megapixel front camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use. Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor detects the amount of ambient light in your environment. It allows the system to automatically adjust the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light condition. Touch screen panel This high-definition touch screen panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. It also allows you to operate your Notebook PC using touch gestures. NOTE: To know more about using touch screen gestures when operating your Notebook PC, refer to the Using the tablet section in this manual. MicroSD card slot The tablet comes with a built-in memory card reader slot that supports microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC card formats. 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.

Micro USB 2.0 port Use the micro USB (Universal Serial Bus) port 2.0 to charge or supply power to your Notebook PC. Micro HDMI port This port is for a micro HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. Headphone output/Microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your Notebook PC to an external microphone. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Battery charge indicator This two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. Refer to the table below for details: Color White Fully charged. Orange Charging mode. OFF The Notebook PC is not plugged to a power source.

17 Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on, put it to sleep mode, and wake it up from sleep mode. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about ten (10) seconds to force it to shut down. IMPORTANT! Forcing the system to restart may result to data loss. We strongly recommend that you back up your data regularly. Volume button The volume button allows you to increase or decrease the volume level of your Notebook PC. Windows® button Press this button to go back to Start screen. If you are already in the Start screen, press this button to go back to the last app you opened.

Dock port Connect the mobile dock to this port to support keyboard, touchpad, and USB 3.0 port functions. Hinge holes Align and insert the latch hooks into these holes to securely attach the tablet to the mobile dock. Bottom side

19 Mobile dock features NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. Top view Keyboard The keyboard provides 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 territory. Latch hooks The latch hooks allow you to securely attach the tablet on the mobile dock.

Dock connector Securely attach the tablet into the mobile dock by aligning the dock port on top of this connector. Hinge This hinge supports the tablet while it is connected to the mobile dock. It also holds the tablet in place while you adjust it into different viewing angles. Release button Press this button to safely detach the tablet from the mobile dock. 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. USB 3.0 port The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate up to 5Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Left view