E9590 First Edition August 2014 ASUS Transformer Book E-Manual ASUS Transformer Book T300FA
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Table of Contents About this manual......................................................................................................7 Conventions used in this manual.............................................................................. 9 Icons..................................................................................................................................... 9 Typography.............................................................................................................
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1 Starting for the first time..........................................................................................44 Windows® UI..................................................................................................................45 Start screen........................................................................................................................ 45 Hotspots...................................................................................
Recovering your system...........................................................................................84 Enabling a recovery option ......................................................................................... 86 Chapter 5: Upgrading your ASUS Transformer Book Installing the Hard Disk Drive.................................................................................90 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your ASUS Transformer Book.....................................................
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands........................................................ 117 UL Safety Notices............................................................................................................. 119 Power Safety Requirement........................................................................................... 120 TV Notices.......................................................................................................................... 120 REACH................
About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your ASUS Transformer Book, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your ASUS Transformer Book. Chapter 2: Using your ASUS Transformer Book This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your ASUS Transformer Book. Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8.
Chapter 5: Upgrading your ASUS Transformer Book This chapter guides you through the process of installing additional parts to your ASUS Transformer Book. 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 ASUS Transformer Book. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your ASUS Transformer Book.
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 Transformer Book's data and components.
Safety precautions Using your ASUS Transformer Book This ASUS Transformer Book 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 ASUS Transformer Book and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your ASUS Transformer Book on your lap or near any part of your body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
Caring for your ASUS Transformer Book Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your ASUS Transformer Book. 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 ASUS Transformer Book using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near your ASUS Transformer Book.
Proper disposal Do not throw your ASUS Transformer Book 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.
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Getting to know your ASUS Transformer Book Your ASUS Transformer Book is made up of two major devices: a tablet and a keyboard dock. When the tablet is docked on the keyboard dock, both devices can be used as the ASUS Transformer Book. The Windows® 8.1 operating system is installed in the tablet.
Tablet The tablet of your ASUS Transformer Book allows you to perform touch screen gestures while working on Windows® 8.1. Top View 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. Touch screen panel This high-definition touch screen panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files. It also allows you to operate Windows® 8.1 using touch gestures.
Ports and slots Micro USB 2.0 port Use the micro USB (Universal Serial Bus) port 2.0 to charge or supply power to your ASUS Transformer Book. Keyboard dock slots These slots help align the keyboard dock tabs to securely attach the tablet with the keyboard dock. Keyboard dock port Connect the keyboard dock connector into this port to use the keyboard dock’s features together with your tablet. NOTE: Fore more details, refer to the Keyboard dock section in this manual.
Rear view IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this ASUS Transformer Book. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Headphone output/microphone input combo jack port This port allows you to connect your tablet to amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your tablet to an external microphone. Windows® button Press this button to go back to Start screen.
Power button Press the power button to turn your ASUS Transformer Book on or off. You can also use the power button to put your ASUS Transformer Book to sleep or hibernate mode, and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. In the event that your ASUS Transformer Book becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about ten (10) seconds until your ASUS Transformer Book shuts down. Power indicator This indicator blinks five (5) times when the ASUS Transformer Book is turned on.
Keyboard dock The keyboard dock mainly serves as an input device for your ASUS Transformer Book via its keyboard and touchpad. Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per model, region, or country. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your ASUS Transformer Book’s keyboard. Keyboard dock hinge This hinge allows you to connect the tablet to the keyboard dock.
Tablet release button Press this button to unlock then detach the tablet from the keyboard dock. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized 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 model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience.
Right Side USB 2.0 port This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Left Side USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
Docking the tablet Align the tablet on top of the keyboard dock as illustrated below. IMPORTANT! 22 • Ensure to fully insert the tablet into the keyboard dock. • Always pick up the entire assembly from the bottom when the tablet is attached to the keyboard dock.
Undocking the tablet Press the release button on the keyboard dock, to securely detach the tablet from the keyboard dock, then gently pull out the ASUS Tablet.
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Getting started Charge your ASUS Transformer Book. A. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. B. Connect the DC power connector into your ASUS Transformer Book’s power (DC) input. Charge the ASUS Transformer Book for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your region.
IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your ASUS Transformer Book and ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Some ASUS Transformer Book models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that your ASUS Transformer Book is connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your ASUS Transformer Book on power adapter mode.
Lift to open the display panel. Press the power button.
Using the tablet only Refer to the following steps when using the tablet as a separate device. 1. If you need to charge your tablet, connect it to a power source using the following procedures: A. Plug the power adapter to a nearby power outlet. B. Connect the power adapter to your tablet. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your region. 2. Press the power button on your tablet.
Gestures for the tablet and touchpad Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your tablet and touchpad. Using the tablet Left edge swipe Right edge swipe Swipe from the left edge of the screen to shuffle your running apps. Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the Charms bar.
Tap/Double tap Tap and hold • Tap an app to launch it. • • On Desktop mode, doubletap an application to launch it. To move an app, tap and hold the app tile then drag it to a new location. • To close an app, tap and hold the top side of a running app and drag it down to the bottom of the screen. Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers on the touch screen panel. Spread apart your two fingers on the touch screen panel.
Top edge swipe Finger slide • In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view the Customize bar. Slide your finger to scroll up and down and slide your finger to pan the screen left or right. • In a running app, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view its menu. Swipe up Swipe down Swipe up from the Start screen to launch the Apps screen. Swipe down the Apps screen to return to the Start screen.
Using the touchpad Moving the pointer You can click or click anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.
One finger gestures Tap/Double tap • In the Start screen, tap an app to launch it. • In Desktop mode, double-tap an application to launch it. Drag and drop Double-tap an item, then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad.
Left-click Right-click • In the Start screen, click an app to launch it. • • In Desktop mode, doubleclick an application to launch it. In the Start screen, click an app to select it and launch the settings bar. You can also press this button to launch the Customize bar. • In Desktop mode, use this button to open the rightclick menu. NOTE: The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the left mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad.
Top edge swipe • In the Start screen, swipe from the top edge to launch the Customize bar. • In a running app, swipe from the top edge to view its menu. Left edge swipe Right edge swipe Swipe from the left edge to shuffle Swipe the right edge to launch your running apps. the Charms bar.
Two finger gestures Tap Rotate Tap two fingers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function. To rotate an image, place two fingers on the touchpad then turn one finger clockwise or counterclockwise while the other stays still. Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or down. Slide two fingers to scroll left or right.
Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers on the touchpad. Spread apart your two fingers on the touchpad. Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other finger, slide down the touchpad to drag and drop the item to a new location.
Three-finger gestures Swipe up Swipe left/right Swipe three fingers upward to show all running applications. Swipe three fingers left or right to show running apps in Desktop mode or Start screen. Swipe down Swipe three fingers downward to show the Desktop mode.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your ASUS Transformer Book’s keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the ASUS Transformer Book into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off Activates the second screen NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your ASUS Transformer Book.
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 8.1 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your ASUS Transformer Book’s keyboard used as below: Press this key to go back to the Start screen. If you are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the last app you opened. Press this key to simulate the right-click functions.
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Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring your Windows® 8.1 operating system. To start your ASUS Transformer Book for the first time: 1. Press the power button on your ASUS Transformer Book. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. From the setup screen, pick your region and a language to use on your ASUS Transformer Book. 3. Carefully read the License Terms. Select I accept. 4.
Windows® UI Windows® 8.1 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows you to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start screen. It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your ASUS Transformer Book. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account. It helps organize all the applications you need in just one place.
Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad.
Hotspot Action upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper left corner then tap/click 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 on the lower left corner then tap/click 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.
Hotspot Action top side Hover your mouse pointer on the top side 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 the Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. upper or lower right corner 48 Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner to launch the Charms bar.
Start button Windows® 8.1 features the Start button which allows you to switch between the two most recent apps that you opened. The Start button may be accessed from the Start screen, while on Desktop mode, and on any app that is currently open onscreen. Start button on the Start screen NOTE: The actual color of your Start button varies depending on the display settings you chose for your Start screen.
Start button on Desktop mode Context menu The context menu appears as a box filled with quick access to some of the programs inside Windows® 8.1 when you right-click on the Start button. The context menu also includes the following shut down options for your ASUS Transformer Book: sign out, sleep, shut down, restart.
Customizing your Start screen Windows® 8.1 also enables you to customize your Start screen, allowing you to boot directly to the Desktop mode and customize the arrangement of your apps onscreen. To customize the settings of your Start screen: or 1. Launch the Desktop. 2. Right-click anywhere on the taskbar, except on the Start button, to launch the pop-up window. 3. Click Properties then select the Navigation tab to tick the Navigation and Start screen options you want to use. 4.
Working with Windows® apps Use your ASUS Transformer Book’s touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps. Launching apps Tap an app to launch it. Position your mouse pointer over the app then left-click or tap once to launch it. Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press to launch an app.
Resizing apps Tap and hold the app to activate the Customize bar then tap and select an app tile size. Right-click on the app to activate the Customize bar, then tap/click and select an app tile size. Unpinning apps Tap and hold the app to activate the Customize bar, then tap to unpin an app. Right-click on the app to activate the Customize bar then tap/click ASUS Transformer Book E-Manual .
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. 1. Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. 2. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. From the running app’s screen, press 54 .
Accessing the Apps screen Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications through the Apps screen. NOTE: Actual apps shown onscreen may vary per model. The following screenshot is for reference only. Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using your ASUS Transformer Book's touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard. Swipe up on the Start screen. On the Start screen, click the From the Start screen, Press ASUS Transformer Book E-Manual button.
Pinning more apps on the Start screen You can pin more apps on the Start screen using your touch screen panel or touchpad. 1. Launch the All Apps screen. 2. Tap and hold an app you want to add on the start to activate the Customize bar. Once the Customize bar is launched, you may also tap other more apps to add on the Start screen. 3. Tap to pin the selected apps on the Start screen. 1. Launch the All Apps screen 2. Right-click on the apps that you want to add on the Start screen. 3.
Charms bar The Charms 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 Transformer Book.
Launching the Charms bar NOTE: When called out, the Charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons. The image above shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated. Use your ASUS Transformer Book’s touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard to launch the Charms bar. Swipe from the right edge of the screen to launch the charms bar. Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen.
Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your ASUS Transformer Book. Share This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This charm 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.
Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your ASUS Transformer Book’s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature.
Using Snap Use your ASUS Transformer Book’s touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard to activate and use Snap. 1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Tap and hold the app’s topmost part then drag it to the left or right side of the screen until the snap bar appears. 3. Launch another app. 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.
Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 8.1.
Launches the Project pane Opens the Everywhere option from the Search charm Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings option under the Search charm Opens the context menu of the Start button Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings ASUS Transformer Book E-Manual 63
Connecting to wireless networks Wi-Fi Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites using your ASUS Transformer Book’s Wi-Fi connection. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Wi-Fi connection of your ASUS Transformer Book. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your ASUS Transformer Book using the following steps on your touch screen panel or touchpad. 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap/click 3.
Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetoothenabled devices. IMPORTANT! The Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your ASUS Transformer Book. Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices You need to pair your ASUS Transformer Book with other Bluetoothenabled devices to enable data transfers. To do this, use your touchpad as follows: 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap/click 3.
Airplane mode The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you to use your ASUS Transformer Book safely while in-flight. Turning Airplane mode on or 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap/click 3. Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode on. and tap/click . . Press Turning Airplane mode off or 1. Launch the Charms bar. 2. Tap/click 3. Move the slider to the left to turn the Airplane mode off. Press and tap/click . .
Connecting to wired networks You can also connect to wired networks, such as local area networks and broadband Internet connection, using your ASUS Transformer Book’s LAN port. NOTE: Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or your network administrator for assistance in setting up your Internet connection. To configure your settings, refer to the following procedures.
Tap/click Obtain an IP address automatically then tap/click OK. 6. NOTE: Proceed to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. 7. Return to the Network and Sharing Center window then tap/click Set up a new connection or network. 8. Select Connect to the Internet then tap/click Next. 9. Tap/click Broadband (PPPoE). 10. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then tap/click Connect. 11. Tap/click Close to finish the configuration. 12.
Turning your ASUS Transformer Book off You can turn off your ASUS Transformer Book by doing either of the following procedures: • or Tap/click from the Charms bar then tap/click > Shut down to do a normal shutdown. • From the log-in screen, tap/click > Shut down. • You can also shut down your ASUS Transformer Book using Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Select Shut Down from the dropdown list then select OK.
Putting your ASUS Transformer Book to sleep To put your ASUS Transformer Book on Sleep mode, press the power button once. You can also put your ASUS Transformer Book to sleep mode using Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window. Select Sleep from the drop-down list then select OK.
Windows® 8.1 lock screen The Windows® 8.1 lock screen appears when you wake your ASUS Transformer Book from sleep or hibernate mode. It also appears when you lock or unlock Windows® 8.1. The lock screen can be customized to regulate access to your operating system. You can change its background display and access some of your apps while your ASUS Transformer Book is still locked. To proceed from the lock screen or 1. Tap/click on the touchpad or press any key on your ASUS Transformer Book's keyboard.
Customizing your lock screen You can customize your lock screen to show your preferred photo, a photo slideshow, app updates, and quickly access your ASUS Transformer Book’s camera. To change the settings of your lock screen, you may refer to the following information: Selecting a photo 1. Launch the Charms bar > Settings. 2. Select Change PC Settings > Lock screen. 3. Under the Lock screen preview, click Browse to select the photo you would like to use as a background on your lock screen.
Adding app updates 1. Launch the Charms bar > Settings. 2. Select Change PC Settings > Lock screen. 3. Scroll down until you see the Lock screen apps option. 4. Use the following options to add the apps whose updates you would like to see from your lock screen: Activating your ASUS Transformer Book camera from the lock screen From the lock screen, you can swipe down to activate and use your ASUS Transformer Book's camera. Refer to the following steps on how to enable this feature: 1.
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The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on or restart your ASUS Transformer Book. The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the ASUS Transformer Book’s architecture. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your ASUS Transformer Book.
Accessing BIOS Restart your ASUS Transformer Book then press during POST. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. Boot This menu allows you to set your boot option priorities. You may refer to the following procedures when setting your boot priority. 1. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Main Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
2. and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Press Main Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Sets the system boot order Boot Option #1 Windows Boot Manager Disabled F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC/Right Click : Exit Version 2.16.1243. Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your ASUS Transformer Book. It also allows you to control the access to your ASUS Transformer Book’s hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. NOTE: Main • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering your ASUS Transformer Book's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
To set the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in a password then press 3. Re-type to confirm the password then press . . To clear the password: 1. On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. 2. Type in the current password then press 3. Leave the Create New Password field blank then press . . 4. 80 Select Yes in the confirmation box then press .
Save & Exit To keep your configuration settings, select Save Changes and Exit before exiting the BIOS. Main Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Exit system setup after saving the changes.
To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the ASUS Transformer Book’s exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive. 3. Connect your flash disk drive to your ASUS Transformer Book. 4. Restart your ASUS Transformer Book then press during POST. 5. From the BIOS menu, Select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2013 American Megatrends, Inc.
6. Locate your downloaded BIOS file in the flash disk drive then press . ASUSTek Easy Flash Utility FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L Series New BIOS Current BIOS Platform: T300 Platform: Unknown Version: 101 Version: Unknown Build Date: Oct 26 2012 Build Date: Unknown Build Time: 11:51:05 Build Time: Unknown FSO FS1 0 EFI
FS2 FS3 FS4 [←→]: Switch [↑↓]: Choose [q]: Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute 7.Recovering your system Using recovery options on your ASUS Transformer Book allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its settings to help improve performance. IMPORTANT! • Back up all your data files before doing any recovery option on your ASUS Transformer Book. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to avoid data loss.
• Advanced startup - Using this option allows you to perform other advanced recovery options on your ASUS Transformer Book such as: - Using a USB drive, network connection or Windows recovery DVD to startup your ASUS Transformer Book. - Using Troubleshoot to enable any of these advanced recovery options: System Restore, System Image Recovery, Startup Repair, Command Prompt, UEFI Firmware Settings, Startup Settings.
Enabling a recovery option Refer to the following steps if you want to access and use any of the available recovery options for your ASUS Transformer Book. 1. Launch the charms bar and select Settings. 2. Select Change PC Settings.
3. Under the PC Settings options, select Update and recovery. 4. Under the Update and recovery options, select Recovery then select the recovery option you would like to do.
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Installing the Hard Disk Drive Refer to the following steps if you need to install the HDD (hard disk drive) inside your keyboard dock IMPORTANT! Purchase an HDD from authorized retailers of this ASUS Transformer Book to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. It is recommended that you replace the HDD under professional supervision. You may also visit an authorized service center for further assistance.
A. Loosen the screw of the keyboard dock’s compartment cover. B. Pull out the compartment cover and remove it completely from your keyboard dock.
C. Remove the screws securing the HDD to the compartment. D. Remove the HDD from the compartment using the flap.
E. Align and attach the HDD into the drive tray. Ensure that the HDD SATA connector is oriented towards the edge opening as shown.
F. 94 Secure the HDD with the HDD bay using the set of bundled screws with the drive tray.
G. Align the SATA connectors and insert the drive tray, with the HDD, into the compartment. H. Push the drive tray until it is securely seated in place and the SATA connectors are connected to the ASUS Transformer Book.
I. Align then push down the compartment cover back into place. J. Reattach and tighten the screw that you removed earlier.
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Useful tips for your ASUS Transformer Book To help you maximize the use of your ASUS Transformer Book, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the latest security settings. • Use ASUS Live Update to update ASUS-exclusive applications, drivers and utilities in your ASUS Transformer Book.
Hardware FAQs 1. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I turn on the ASUS Transformer Book. What should I do? Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness.
4. 5. 6. My battery LED indicator does not light up. What’s wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is attached correctly. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to the power outlet and ASUS Transformer Book. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. Why is my touchpad not working? • Press to enable your touchpad.
8. Why does audio still come out from my ASUS Transformer Book’s audio speakers even if I already connected my headphone into the right jack port? Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to configure the settings. 9. My ASUS Transformer Book 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. You can also disable your touchpad by pressing 10.
Software FAQs 1. When I turn on my ASUS Transformer Book, the power indicator lights up but not my drive activity indicator. System bootup does not happen as well. What can I do to fix this? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: 2. • Force shutdown your ASUS Transformer Book by pressing the power button for more than ten (10) seconds. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are inserted correctly then turn on your ASUS Transformer Book.
4. My ASUS Transformer Book does not boot up. How can I fix this? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: 5. • Remove all connected devices to your ASUS Transformer Book then restart your system. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. Why can’t my ASUS Transformer Book wake up from sleep or hibernate mode? • You need to press the power button to resume your last working state. • Your system might have completely used up its battery power.
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Internal Modem Compliancy The ASUS Transformer Book 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).
Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have interworking difficulties.
This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.
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 superfluous). In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller ID facilities.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment.
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement WARNING! Any changes or modifications 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 specified firmware controlled in the USA.” This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
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.
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiations d’Industrie Canada définies 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. Les utilisateurs finaux doivent suivre les instructions de fonctionnement spécifiques pour satisfaire la conformité aux expositions RF.
IC Warning Statement The device could automatically discontinue transmission in case of absence of information to transmit, or operational failure. Note that this is not intended to prohibit transmission of control or signaling information or the use of repetitive codes where required by the technology.
Avertissement d’Industrie Canada Cet appareil peut automatiquement mettre fin aux transmissions en cas d’absence d’informations à transmettre ou en cas d’échec de fonctionnement. Ceci n’est pas destiné à interdire les transmissions, signaler des informations ou l’utilisation de codes répétitifs lorsque ceux-ci sont requis par la technologie d’émission. La fonction de Sélection du code pays est désactivée pour les produits disponibles sur le marché américain/canadien.
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information The radiated output power of the Wireless Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure limits. The Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. This device has been evaluated for and shown compliant with the IC Specific Absorption Rate (“SAR”) limits when operated in portable exposure conditions.
Wireless Operation Channel for Different 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: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.
Departments in which the use of the 2400–2483.
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 (NFPA 70).
Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2. TV Notices Note to CATV System Installer—Cable distribution system should be grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.
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. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente.
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. Service warning label WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
CTR 21 Approval (for ASUS Transformer Book with built-in modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French ASUS Transformer Book E-Manual 123
German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 124 ASUS Transformer Book E-Manual
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 efficient 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 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
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 based on regulation requirements. Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.
Regional notice for Singapore Complies with IDA Standards DB103778 This ASUS product complies with IDA Standards. Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America For US and Canada customers, you can call 1-800-822-8837 (toll-free) for recycling information of your ASUS products’ rechargeable batteries.
Japan Technical Conformity Mark The internal wireless module of this ASUS Transformer Book has been certified by Japan Telec. Realtek RTL8821AE (AZWAVE AW-CB161H) 201-135228 D13-5067 201 Regional notice for California This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Notices for removeable batteries • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
EC 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.
EC 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.
