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Asus A555L User Manual

Asus A555L
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Notebook PC
E-Manual
First Edition
November 2014
E9770

Table of Contents

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Asus A555L Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorIntel Core i5-5200U
Storage1TB HDD
Weight2.3 kg
Display15.6-inch, 1366x768 pixels
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce 930M
Operating SystemWindows 8.1
Battery2-cell 37 Whrs
RAM4GB DDR3L

Summary

About This Manual

Conventions Used in This Manual

Icons

Explains icons used in the manual for different devices.

Typography

Explains the meaning of bold and italic text formatting.

Safety Precautions

Using Your Notebook PC Safely

Guidelines for safe operation of the notebook in various environments and conditions.

Caring for Your Notebook PC

Proper Disposal

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to Know Your Notebook PC

An overview of the notebook's external components and layout.

Top View Components

Identifies components visible from the top of the notebook.

Bottom View Components

Identifies components located on the bottom of the notebook.

Right Side Ports and Features

Details ports and features on the right side of the notebook.

Left Side Ports and Features

Details ports and features on the left side of the notebook.

Front Side Components

Identifies components on the front of the notebook.

Chapter 2: Using Your Notebook PC

Getting Started and Charging

Initial steps for setting up and using the notebook, including charging.

Opening and Powering On

Instructions for opening the display and using the power button.

Touch Screen and Touchpad Gestures

Explains how to use touch screen and touchpad gestures for navigation.

Keyboard Functions

Covers function keys, Windows keys, and multimedia keys.

Using the Optical Drive

Instructions for inserting and using optical discs.

Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1

First-Time Setup

Step-by-step guide for initial Windows 8.1 setup.

Windows® User Interface Overview

Overview of the Windows 8.1 tile-based user interface.

Hotspots and Start Button

Explains interactive screen areas and the Start button for navigation.

Customizing Your Start Screen

Guide to personalizing the Start screen layout and behavior.

Working with Windows® Apps

Instructions for launching, customizing, and closing applications.

Accessing and Pinning Apps

How to view, launch, and add applications to the Start screen.

Charms Bar Functions

Explains the toolbar for sharing and settings access.

Snap Feature Usage

How to display two apps side-by-side on the screen.

Other Keyboard Shortcuts

Common keyboard combinations for quick actions.

Connecting to Networks

Steps for connecting to wireless (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) and wired networks.

Powering Off and Sleep Mode

Procedures for shutting down and activating the notebook's sleep mode.

Windows® 8.1 Lock Screen

Information on the lock screen and how to proceed from it.

Customizing Your Lock Screen

Guide to personalizing the lock screen with photos and app updates.

Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)

Understanding POST and BIOS

Explains POST diagnostics and the role of BIOS.

Accessing and Setting Up BIOS

Steps to enter BIOS and configure settings like boot order and security.

Updating the BIOS

Instructions for updating the system's BIOS.

Recovering Your System

Options for restoring the system to a previous state.

Enabling Recovery Options

Steps to access and use system recovery features.

Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Notebook PC

Installing a Random-Access Memory Module

Step-by-step guide to installing RAM modules.

Tips and FAQs

Useful Tips for Your Notebook PC

Recommendations for maximizing performance and data security.

Hardware FAQs

Answers to common hardware-related questions and issues.

Software FAQs

Answers to common software and operating system issues.

Appendices

DVD-ROM Drive Information

Information about DVD-ROM drive functionality and regional playback.

Blu-ray ROM Drive Information

Information about Blu-ray ROM drive functionality.

Internal Modem Compliancy

Compliance information for the notebook's internal modem.

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

Compliance statement regarding FCC rules and interference.

FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement

Safety statement regarding RF exposure limits.

Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)

Statement of compliance with European directives.

IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada

Statement regarding RF exposure limits for Canada.

Wireless Operation Channel and France Restrictions

Wi-Fi channel usage by region and French wireless frequency regulations.

UL Safety Notices

Safety precautions related to UL standards.

Lithium Battery Cautions

Safety warnings for lithium-ion batteries in multiple languages.

Optical Drive Safety Information

Safety warnings related to the optical drive and laser.

ENERGY STAR and EU Eco-label

Information about ENERGY STAR and EU Eco-label certifications.

Environmental Compliance and Recycling

ASUS environmental compliance and recycling program information.

Battery Disposal Notices

Warnings and disposal instructions for removable batteries.

EC Declaration of Conformity

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