Table of Contents
- About this manual
- Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
- Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC
- Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
- Appendices
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About this manual ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Conventions used in this manual ....................................................................................................................... 5
Icons .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Typography ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Safety information ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Setting up your system...........................................................................................................................................6
Care during use .........................................................................................................................................................6
Sound Pressure Warning ........................................................................................................................................ 7
TV Tuner (Optional) ..................................................................................................................................................7
DC Fan Warning ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Package contents .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your ASUS All-in-One PC ................................................................................................... 9
PC Station .................................................................................................................................................................... 9
ASUS Tablet ................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC
Positioning your ASUS All-in-One PC ............................................................................................................. 17
Mounting your ASUS Tablet on your PC Station ........................................................................................... 17
Placing your ASUS Tablet on the table or desk .............................................................................................. 18
Connecting the wireless keyboard and mouse .......................................................................................... 19
Turning your ASUS All-in-One PC on .............................................................................................................. 20
Using your ASUS Tablet separately ................................................................................................................. 20
Seamless transition............................................................................................................................................... 21
Switching between Windows® 8 and Android ............................................................................................... 21
Using Gestures ....................................................................................................................................................... 22
Setting up a secondary display via the HDMI-output port .................................................................... 25
Chapter 3: Working with Windows®
Starting for the first time .................................................................................................................................... 27
Windows® 8 lock screen ....................................................................................................................................... 27
Windows® UI ............................................................................................................................................................ 28
Start screen ................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Windows® apps .........................................................................................................................................................29
Hotspots....................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Working with Windows® apps ........................................................................................................................... 32
Launching apps ......................................................................................................................................................... 32
Customizing apps .....................................................................................................................................................32
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Accessing All Apps ...................................................................................................................................................33
Charm bar .................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Snap feature ............................................................................................................................................................... 36
Other keyboard shortcuts .................................................................................................................................. 37
Turning your ASUS All-in-One PC off ............................................................................................................. 38
Entering the BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 39
Quickly enter the BIOS ............................................................................................................................................ 39
Connecting to the Internet ................................................................................................................................ 40
Wi-Fi connection ....................................................................................................................................................... 40
Using Connection Builder .................................................................................................................................... 42
Wired connection ..................................................................................................................................................... 44
Recovering your system...................................................................................................................................... 48
Resetting your PC .....................................................................................................................................................48
Recovering from a system image file ................................................................................................................ 49
Removing everything and reinstalling Windows .......................................................................................... 50
Appendices
Notices ...................................................................................................................................................................... 51
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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your ASUS All-
in-One PC, organized through the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
This chapter details the hardware components of your ASUS All-in-One PC.
Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC
This chapter provides you with information on using your ASUS All-in-One PC.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your ASUS All-in-One PC.
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 ASUS All-in-One 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 ASUS All-in-One PC.
Use the touchscreen.
Use the keyboard.
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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.
All illustrations and screenshots in this manual are for reference only. Actual product
specications and software screen images may vary with territories. Visit the ASUS
website at www.asus.com for the latest information.
Safety information
Your ASUS All-in-One PC is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for
information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you
read the following safety instructions.
Setting up your system
Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your system.
Do not use this product near water or a heated source such as a radiator.
Set up the system on a stable surface.
Openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Ensure
that you leave plenty of space around the system for ventilation. Never insert objects of any
kind into the ventilation openings.
Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C and 40˚C.
If you use an extension cord, ensure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged
into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating.
Care during use
Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system.
When the system is turned o, a small amount of electrical current still ows. Always
unplug all power, modem, and network cables from the power outlets before cleaning the
system.
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The touch screen requires periodic cleaning to achieve the best touch sensitivity. Keep the
screen clean from foreign objects or excessive dust accumulation. To clean the screen:
Turn o the system and disconnect the power cord from the wall.
Spray a small amount of a household glass cleaner onto the supplied cleaning cloth
and gently wipe the screen surface.
Do not spray the cleaner directly on the screen.
Do not use an abrasive cleaner or a coarse cloth when cleaning the screen.
If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power cord
and contact a qualied service technician or your retailer.
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has been spilled into the system.
The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions.
The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
The system performance changes.
Sound Pressure Warning
Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones can cause hearing damage or loss.
Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to settings other than the center
position may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure
level.
TV Tuner (Optional)
Note to CATV System Installer—This reminder is provided to call the CATV systems installer’s
attention to Section 820.93 of the National Electric Code, which provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specify that the Coaxial cable shield be connected to the
grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
DC Fan Warning
Please note that the DC fan is a moving part that may cause DANGER. Ensure to keep your
body from the moving fan blades.
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Package contents
PC Station ASUS Tablet
Wireless keyboard AC adapter and Power cord (for PC Station)
Cleaning cloth Power adapter (for ASUS Tablet) Wireless mouse KBM USB receiver dongle
Quick Guide
NOTE: The keyboard, mouse, power
supply, remote control, and KBM
USB receiver dongle illustrations are
for reference only. Actual product
specications may vary with
territories.
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card Remote Control (optional)
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Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your ASUS All-in-One PC
PC Station
Front view
Hard Disk Drive LED
Indicates hard disk drive activity.
Power button
Press this button to turn on both your All-in-One PC (PC Station and ASUS Tablet).
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Rear view
Antenna Input (on selected models)
The antenna input is for TV frequency signal and allows for use with the digital TV
antenna or input from subscription television services. The antenna can receive digital
TV. Cable service connection can receive digital TV, analog TV, depending on paid
services.
Power input
The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack.
Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the PC Station. To prevent damage
to the PC Station, always use the supplied power adapter.
WARNING! The power adapter may get warm or hot when in use. Do not cover the
adapter and keep it away from your body.
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LAN port
The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a
local network.
HDMI Output Port
Connect this port with devices equipped with HDMI input port, such as LCD monitor
or projector.
Side views
Memory card reader
The PC Station has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD,
and SDHC formats.
USB 3.0 ports
These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5Gbit/s and are
backward compatible with USB2.0.
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Microphone jack
The microphone jack is designed to connect to a microphone used for video
conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
Headphone jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out signal
to headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers.
Kensington® lock port
The Kensington® lock port allows you to secure your PC Station using Kensington®
compatible security products.
Optical Drive Electronic Eject
The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for ejecting the disc. You can also
eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical
drive in Windows “Computer” and selecting Eject.
Optical Drive
The built-in optical drive may support compact discs (CD) or digital video discs (DVD)
and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing
specications for details on each model.
USB 2.0 port (dedicated for KBM USB receiver dongle)
For a smoother usage in Windows® 8 and Android, connect the KBM USB receiver
dongle into this port. On Android, keyboard and mouse can only be used when the
ASUS Tablet is docked on the PC Station.
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such
as keyboards, pointing devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and
printers.
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ASUS Tablet
Front view
Webcam
The built-in webcam allows you to start video chats online.
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Side views
Kensington® lock port
The Kensington® lock port allows you to secure your ASUS Tablet using Kensington®
compatible security products.
Power button
Press this button to turn on your ASUS Tablet.
Volume control
Press to turn the volume up/down for the current operating system being used
(Windows or Android).
Mode button
Press this button to switch your operating system from Windows® 8 to Android™.
Mini USB port
This mini Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 port allows you to connect compatible USB 2.0
or USB 1.1 devices to your ASUS Tablet using a mini USB cable.
MicroSD card reader
Your ASUS Tablet comes with an additional built-in memory card reader that supports
microSD and microSDHC card formats.
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Microphone
The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or
simple audio recording.
Headphone output/microphone input combo port
This port allows you to connect your ASUS All-in-One PC to amplied speakers or
headphones. You can also use this port to connect your All-in-One PC to an external
microphone.
Power input
The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack.
Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the PC. To prevent damage to the
PC, always use the supplied power adapter.
WARNING! The power adapter may get warm or hot when in use. Do not cover the
adapter and keep it away from your body.
Bottom view
Connecting holes
Align and insert the guiding poles into these holes to securely attach the ASUS Tablet
to the PC Station.
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Rear view
Audio speakers
Your ASUS Tablet is equipped with built-in high quality speakers.
Tablet stand
Pull out and adjust the stand to provide stable support for your ASUS Tablet when it is
placed on a table or desk.
Tablet handle
Carry the ASUS Tablet easily using the ergonomic tablet handle.
NOTES:
• When docking your ASUS Tablet to your PC Station, ensure that your tablet stand is returned
to its original position.
• The magnet at the back of your ASUS Tablet helps you to dock it into your PC Station. This
magnet may de-magnetize nearby objects.
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Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC
Positioning your ASUS All-in-One PC
Mounting your ASUS Tablet on your PC Station
1. Place your PC Station on a at surface such as a table or desk.
2. Align and insert the guiding poles into the connecting holes to securely attach your ASUS
Tablet to your PC Station.
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Placing your ASUS Tablet on the table or desk
To place your ASUS Tablet on the table or desk:
1. Detach your ASUS Tablet from your PC Station.
2. Pull and adjust the tablet stand.
3. Place your ASUS Tablet on a at surface such as a table or desk.
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NOTES:
• Simply reconnect if the wireless keyboard and mouse lose connection. Avoid other nearby
WiFi devices at least 20 cm as they may interfere with the connection.
• The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual appearances and specications (wired or
wireless) of the keyboard and mouse may vary by territory.
Connecting the wireless keyboard and mouse
1. Install batteries to the wireless keyboard and mouse.
2. Connect the wireless dongle for keyboard and mouse to the dedicated USB port located
on the right side of the PC Station.
3. You can begin using the wireless keyboard and mouse.
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Turning your ASUS All-in-One PC on
1. Connect the power adapter to your PC Station’s DC-in port and plug to the correct socket
outlet with the correct input rating. The input voltage of the adapter is 100Vac~240Vac.
2. Press the power button on your PC Station to turn it on.
Using your ASUS Tablet separately
110V-220V
110V-220V
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Seamless transition
Experience the best of two worlds with ASUS All-in-One PC’s dual-boot operating system,
letting you to seamlessly transition and enjoy between Windows® 8 or Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
latest features and functions.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that both your ASUS Tablet and your PC Station are powered on before
switching modes.
Switching between Windows® 8 and Android
Press the Mode button to change from Windows® 8 to Android® and vice versa.
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Using Gestures
The gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS All-in-One PC.
The functions can be activated by using the hand gestures to your ASUS All-in-One PC’s display
panel.
Left edge swipe (on Windows® 8 only) Right edge swipe (on Windows® 8 only)
Swipe from the left edge of the screen to
shue your running apps.
Swipe from the right edge of the screen to
launch the Charm bar.
Top edge swipe (on Windows® 8 only) Finger slide (on Windows® 8 only)
In the Start screen, swipe from the top
edge of the screen to view the All Apps
bar.
In a running app, swipe from the top
edge of the screen to view its menu.
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Slide your nger to scroll up and down and
slide your nger to pan the screen left or
right.
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Zoom out Zoom in
Bring together your two ngers on the
touch panel.
Spread apart your two ngers on the touch
panel.
Tap/Double tap Tap and hold
Tap an app to launch it.
(On Windows® 8 only) On Desktop mode,
double-tap an item to launch it.
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To move an app, tap and hold the app tile
and drag it to a new location.
(On Windows® 8 only) To close an app,
tap and hold the top side of the running
app and drag it down to the bottom of
the screen to close it.
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Flip
(On Android® only) Use your nger back
and forth between home screens, through
dierent images in the Gallery, or pages in
MyLibrary and SuperNote.
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Setting up a secondary display via the HDMI-
output port
If you want to use a high-denition TV as an audio output device, connect it to the Home
Theater PC and follow the steps below to congure the audio settings.
To congure the audio output via an HDMI device:
1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the section Start screen under Using Windows® 8.
2. Right-click the Volume Mixer icon on the Windows® taskbar and
click Playback devices.
3. From the Playback screen, select Digital Audio
(HDMI).
4. Click Congure and the Speaker Setup window pops
up.
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5. Select Stereo and click Next.
6. Tick the Front left and right option, and click Next.
7. Click Finish to exit the speaker setup.
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
Starting for the rst time
When you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in
conguring the basic settings of your Windows
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8 operating system.
To start for the rst time:
1. Press the power button on your ASUS All-in-One PC. Wait for a few minutes until the setup
screen appears.
2. Pick a language to use on your ASUS All-in-One PC.
3. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for using Windows then click
Accept.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to congure the following basic items:
• Personalize
• Wireless
• Settings
• Sign in to your PC
5. Once you are done conguring the basic items, a Windows®8 tutorial appears. Watch this
to learn more about Windows®8 functionalities.
6. The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account.
Windows
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8 lock screen
The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your ASUS All-in-One PC enters the Windows®8
operating system. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your ASUS All-in-One
PC's keyboard.
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Windows
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UI
The Window® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows
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8. It includes the
following features you can use while working on your ASUS All-in-One PC.
Start screen
The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account. It helps organize all
the programs and applications you need in just one place.
User account
Zoom in/out button
for live tiles
live tiles
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Windows® apps
These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-format for easy access.
IMPORTANT! A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to run Windows® apps.
NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched.
Hotspots
Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your PC. The
functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse.
Hotspots on a running app
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Hotspots on the Start screen
NOTE: Refer to the next page for the Hotspots’ functions.
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Hotspot Action
upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then tap 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 then tap on the Start screen’s thumbnail to
go back to the Start screen.
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 then tap on the running app’s thumbnail to
go back to that app.
Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbnail to
go back to that app.
top Hover your mouse pointer 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 Snap feature
under Working with Windows® apps.
upper and lower
right corner
Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charm bar.
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Working with Windows
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apps
Use your ASUS All-in-One PC’s touchscreen or keyboard to launch and customize your apps.
Launching apps
Tap an app to launch it.
1. Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps.
2. Press to launch your selected app.
Resizing apps
Swipe down the app tile to select and launch its settings bar. Tap to reduce or
tap to enlarge an app.
Tap and hold the app tile and drag it to a new location.
Customizing apps
You can move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen using the following steps.
Moving apps
Swipe down the app tile to select and launch its settings bar. Tap to unpin
an app.
Unpinning apps
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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 All-in-One PC through the Apps
screen.
1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch its settings bar.
2. Tap to show all installed apps in your ASUS All-in-One PC.
From the Start screen, press to select the All Apps icon then
press .
Closing apps
Tap and hold the top side of the running app then drag it down to the bottom of
the screen to close it.
From the running app’s screen, press .
Launching the Apps screen
Launch the Apps screen using your ASUS All-in-One PC's touchscreen or keyboard.
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Pinning more apps on the Start screen
You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touchscreen.
1. Swipe down the app tile to select and launch its settings bar.
2. Tap to pin the selected app to the Start screen.
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 ASUS All-in-One PC.
Launching the Charm bar
NOTE: When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of white icons. The image above
shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated.
Use your ASUS All-in-One PC’s touchscreen or keyboard to launch the Charm bar.
Charm Bar
Swipe the right edge of the screen.
Press .
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Search
This tool allows you to look for les, applications, or programs in your ASUS All-
in-One 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 also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.
Devices
This tool allows you to access and share les with the devices attached to your
ASUS All-in-One PC such as an external display or printer.
Settings
This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your ASUS All-in-One PC.
Inside the Charm bar
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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 ASUS All-in-One PC’s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels
or higher before using the Snap feature.
Using Snap
Perform the following steps to activate Snap using your ASUS All-in-One PC’s touchscreen or
keyboard.
Snap bar
1. Launch the app you wish to snap.
2. Hover the mouse point on the top side of your screen.
3. Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag then drop the app to the left or
right side of the display panel.
4. Launch another app.
1. Launch the app you wish to snap.
2. Press .
3. To switch between apps, press .
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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.
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Switches between the Start screen and the last running app
Launches the desktop
Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode
Opens the File search pane
Opens the Share pane
Opens the Settings pane
Opens the Devices pane
Activates the Lock screen
Minimizes the Internet Explorer window
Opens the Second screen pane
Opens the Apps search pane
Opens the Run window
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Opens Ease of Access Center
Opens the Settings search pane
Opens a menu box of Windows tools
Launches the magnier icon and zooms in your screen
Zooms out your screen
Opens the Narrator Settings
Enables the print screen function
Turning your ASUS All-in-One PC off
Do either of the following to shut down your ASUS All-in-One PC:
• Tap from the Charm bar then tap > Shut down to do a normal
shutdown.
• From the log-in screen, tap > Shut down.
• If your ASUS All-in-One PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button
for at least four (4) seconds until your ASUS All-in-One PC turns o.
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Entering the BIOS Setup
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for
system startup in the PC.
In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal
performance. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances:
An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to run
the BIOS Setup.
You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update.
WARNING! Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly
recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel.
Quickly enter the BIOS
Windows
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8 boot time is quite fast, so we developed these three ways for you to quickly access
the BIOS:
When your ASUS All-in-One PC is o, press the power button for at least four (4) seconds to
access the BIOS directly.
Press the power button for at least four (4) seconds to shut down your ASUS All-in-One
PC, then press the power button again to turn your ASUS All-in-One PC back on, and press
<F2> during POST.
When your ASUS All-in-One PC is o, disconnect the power cord from your ASUS All-in-One
PC’s power connector. Reconnect the power cord and press the power button to turn on
your ASUS All-in-One PC. Press <F2> during POST.
NOTE: POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when
you turn on your PC.
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Connecting to the Internet
Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites on or from
your PC using wireless/Wi-Fi or wired connection.
Wi-Fi connection
1. Launch the Charm bar from the Start screen or from any application mode.
NOTE: For details, refer to the section Charm bar under Working with Windows® apps.
Charm Bar
2. From the Charm bar, select Settings and click the network icon .
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3. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to from the list.
4. Click Connect.
NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to connect to a secured wireless network.
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Using Connection Builder
The Connection Builder allows you to connect both your PC Station and Tablet to a Wi-Fi AP so
you can use Windows® 8 on your Tablet remotely.
To create a Wi-Fi connection through the Connection Builder:
1. Connect your ASUS All-in-One PC to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
NOTE: Refer to the Wi-Fi connection section in this manual for more details.
2. Press the ASUS Transformer AIO icon on the Start Screen or on Desktop mode.
- ASUS Transformer AIO icon on the Start Screen
- ASUS Transformer AIO icon on Desktop mode
2. In the ASUS Transformer AIO home page, select Connection Builder.
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3. In the Connection Builder window, key in the password for your selected Wi-Fi hotspot.
If your Wi-Fi hotspot does not have a password, just click OK.
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Wired connection
1. Use a network (RJ-45) cable to connect your ASUS All-in-One PC to a DSL/cable modem or
a local area network (LAN).
2. Turn on your computer.
3. Congure the necessary Internet connection settings.
NOTES:
• For more details, refer to the sections Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or
Conguring a static IP network connection.
• Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet
connection.
Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection
To congure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection:
1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode.
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2. From the Windows
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taskbar, right-click the network icon and click Open Network and
Sharing Center.
3. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings.
4. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties.
5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click
Properties.
6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK.
NOTE: Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection.
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8. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next.
7. Return to the Network and Sharing Center and
then click Set up a new connection or network.
9. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next.
10. Enter your Username, Password, and Connection
name. Click Connect.
11. Click Close to nish the conguration.
12. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the
connection you just created.
13. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to
connect to the Internet.
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Conguring a static IP network connection
To congure a static IP network connection:
1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section Conguring a
dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection.
2 Click Use the following IP address.
3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your
service provider.
4. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and
alternative address.
5. When done, click OK.
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Recovering your system
Resetting your PC
The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings.
IMPORTANT! Back up all your data before using this option.
To reset your PC:
1. Press <F9> during bootup.
IMPORTANT! To go through POST, follow any of the ways described in the section Quickly enter
the BIOS in Chapter 3.
2. From the screen, click Troubleshoot.
3. Select Reset your PC.
4. Click Next.
5. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed.
6. Select Just remove my les.
7. Click Reset.
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5. Select the USB storage device where you want to
copy the recovery les.
6. Click Next.
Recovering from a system image le
You can create a USB recovery drive and use this to recover your PC’s settings.
Creating a USB recovery drive
WARNING! All les on your USB storage device will be permanently deleted during the process.
Before you proceed, ensure that you back up all your important data.
To create a USB recovery drive:
1. Launch the Control Panel from the All Apps screen.
NOTE: For details, refer to Launching the All Apps screen under Working with Windows® apps.
2. From the Control Panel’s System and Security, click Find and x problems.
3. Click Recovery > Create a recovery drive.
4. Click Next.
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7. Click Create. Wait for a while for the process to
complete.
8. When the process is completed, click Finish.
Removing everything and reinstalling Windows
Restoring your 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 use this option.
IMPORTANT!
Back up all your data before using this option.
NOTE: This process may take a while to complete.
1. Launch the Charm bar.
2. Click Settings > Change PC Settings > General.
3. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Under this
option, click Get Started.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process.
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Appendices
Notices
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
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 the detailed recycling
information in dierent regions.
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.
Beschichtungshinweis
WICHTIG!Um die elektrische Isolation und die elektrische Sicherheit zu gewährleisten, ist das
Gehäuse mit einer Beschichtung zur Isolation versehen. Diese Beschichtung ist an den E/A-
Anschlüssen des Gerätes nicht vorhanden.
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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 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
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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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 o 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.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
IMPORTANT! Outdoor operations in the 5.15~5.25 GHz band is prohibited.
CAUTION: Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the guarantee of this
device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
RF exposure warning
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and
the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of
at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna
installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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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 specic 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.
Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices
This Class B digital aparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause interference,
and 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Canada, avis d’Industry Canada (IC)
Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes ICES-003 et RSS-
210.
Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: 1) cet appareil ne doit pas
causer d’interférence et 2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les
interférences qui peuvent aecter son fonctionnement.
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)
The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sucient:
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]
Eective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2]
Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2]
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CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference,
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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”.
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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.
is for class II device.
Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent Domains
N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11
Japan 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13
Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13
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NO DISASSEMBLY
The warranty does not apply to the products that
have been disassembled by users
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
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.
This 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.
No Exposure to Liquids
DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. This product is not
waterproof or oil-proof.
請勿將電池當作一般垃圾丟棄。這個標誌表示電池不應視為一般垃圾丟棄。
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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 PC Stationd 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
Swiss Energy Laws
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 ecient 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 15 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 benets 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 products.
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Manufacturer ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
Tel: +886-2-2894-3447
Address: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN
Authorised
representative in
Europe
ASUSTeK Computer GmbH
Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY