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Asus TX201LA E-Manual

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E8300
First Edition
July 2013
Notebook PC
ASUS Transformer
Book Trio
E-Manual

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  • Page 1 E8300 First Edition July 2013 Notebook PC ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 2 Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Top View ..........................21 Rear View ........................... 24 Right Side .......................... 25 Left Side ..........................27 Transforming your devices into an ASUS Transformer Book Trio .....29 Undocking the tablet from the PC station ............30 Chapter 2: Getting started Setting up your device .....................32 Using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio..............
  • Page 4 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection ........79 Configuring a static IP network connection ............81 Turning your ASUS Transformer Book Trio off ..........82 Putting your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to sleep ..........83 Chapter 4: Working with Android® Starting up for the first time ..................86 ®...
  • Page 5 The Power-On SelfTest (POST) ................108 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot............108 BIOS ..........................108 Accessing BIOS ........................ 108 BIOS Settings ........................109 Troubleshoot .......................119 Refresh your PC ....................... 119 Reset your PC ........................120 Advanced options ......................121 ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 6 Prevention of Hearing Loss ..................147 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ........... 148 Optical Drive Safety Information ................149 CTR 21 Approval (for ASUS Transformer Book Trio with built-in Modem) . 150 ENERGY STAR complied product ................152 European Union Eco-label ................... 152 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ....

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Chapter 4: Working with Android® This chapter provides an overview of using Android® in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio and tablet. Chapter 5: Power-on Self-test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to change the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Manual

    ASUS Transformer Book Trio'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 Transformer Book Trio. = Use the touch screen panel. = Use the touchpad.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    This ASUS Transformer Book Trio should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between °C (1°F) and 3°C (°F). Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating.

  • Page 10: Caring For Your Asus Transformer Book Trio

    Remove any extra moisture from your ASUS Transformer Book Trio using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Do not place objects on top of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.

  • Page 11: Proper Disposal

    Proper disposal Do not throw your ASUS Transformer Book Trio 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.
  • Page 12 ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Hardware Parts

    Chapter 1: Hardware parts ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 14: Getting To Know Your Asus Transformer Book Trio

    Getting to know your ASUS Transformer Book Trio Your ASUS Transformer Book Trio is made up of two major devices: the tablet and the PC station. When the tablet is docked on the PC station, both devices can be used as the ASUS Transformer Book Trio.

  • Page 15: Tablet

    Tablet The tablet of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio allows you to perform touch screen gestures while working on Windows® 8 or Android®. When detached from the PC station, the tablet can be used to work on Android® only. Top View...
  • Page 16 This high-definition touch screen panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio or tablet. It also allows you to operate your tablet using touch gestures. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad section in this manual.

  • Page 17: Ports And Slot

    Headphone output jack port (for Android® only) This port allows you to connect your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to headphones while working on Android®. You can also use this port to connect your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to an external microphone. PC station slots These slots are magnetic and align conveniently with the magnetic PC station tabs to securely attach the tablet.
  • Page 18 MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD and microSDHC card formats. NOTE: When working on Windows® 8, you need to ensure that the Android® system is also running. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 19: Rear View

    Rear view IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this ASUS Transformer Book Trio. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording.
  • Page 20 • In the event that your tablet becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about seven () seconds until your tablet shuts down. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 21: Pc Station

    PC station The PC station serves as an input device for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio via its keyboard and touchpad. It also provides access to Windows® 8 when the tablet is docked on it or while using an external display.
  • Page 22 PC station to sleep or wake it up from sleep mode. • In the event that your PC station becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four () seconds until your PC station shuts down. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 23 Android® operating systems. This key only works when the tablet and PC station are connected and used as an ASUS Transformer Book Trio. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the operating system (OS) switch key section in this manual.

  • Page 24: Rear View

    • Never expose your device to strong magnetic fields as this may cause temporary malfunction. • Magnets can affect functioning pacemakers and implanted defibrillators. Refer to your pacemaker or defibrillator’s suggested distance from magnets. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 25: Right Side

    Interface) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. Mini DisplayPort port (for Windows® 8 only) Use this port to connect your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to a DisplayPort or VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 26 USB Charger+ feature. USB Charger+ allows you to quick-charge mobile devices and can be used even while your ASUS Transformer Book Trio is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode*. Power (DC) input port (for Windows® 8 only) Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your PC station.

  • Page 27: Left Side

    Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the PC station is turned on and blinks slowly when the PC station is in sleep mode. It also indicates that Windows® 8 is already booted up. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 28: Drive Activity Indicator

    Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the ASUS Transformer Book Trio's battery charge status. Refer to the LED Color Table below for more details. LED Color Table Color Status Solid Green The PC station is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between % and 100%.

  • Page 29: Transforming Your Devices Into An Asus Transformer Book Trio

    Transforming your devices into an ASUS Transformer Book Trio To use both devices as an ASUS Transformer Book Trio, align the tablet with the PC station tabs as illustrated below. NOTE: The PC station slots and the PC station tabs contain magnetized parts.

  • Page 30: Undocking The Tablet From The Pc Station

    To use your tablet or PC station as separate devices, undock the tablet from the PC station as shown in the illustration below. Press the tablet release button to detach the tablet from the PC station. Pull out the tablet from the PC station hinge. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2: Getting Started

    Chapter 2: Getting started ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 32: Setting Up Your Device

    Setting up your device Using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio Refer to the following steps when setting up your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Dock the tablet into the PC station. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 33 Connect the DC power connector into your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s power (DC) input. Charge the ASUS Transformer Book Trio 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.
  • Page 34 ASUS Transformer Book Trio models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that your ASUS Transformer Book Trio 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 Trio on power adapter mode.
  • Page 35 WARNING! Read the following precautions for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s battery. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled.
  • Page 36 Press the power button on your PC station. IMPORTANT! When using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio for the first time, ensure that the device is running on power adapter mode when you press the power button to unlock the BIOS settings.

  • Page 37: Using The Operating System (Os) Switch Key

    When the tablet and the PC station are used individually, they run using their respective operating systems. But when both devices are connected and used as an ASUS Transformer Book Trio, you can use Android® or Windows® 8 interchangeably using the operating system (OS) switch key.

  • Page 38: Using The Tablet

    Connect the micro USB cable to the power adapter. Plug the micro USB connector into your tablet. Plug the power adapter into a grounded power outlet. Press the power button on your tablet. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 39: Using The Pc Station

    Connect your PC station to a power outlet: Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~0V power source. Connect the DC power connector into your PC station’s power (DC) input port. Press the power button on your PC station. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 40: Gestures For The Touch Screen Panel And Touchpad

    Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touch screen panel and touchpad. NOTE: The following screenshots are for reference only. The screen panel’s appearance may vary depending on model.
  • Page 41 All Apps to pan the screen left or right. bar. • In a running app, swipe from the top edge of the screen to view its menu. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 42: Touch Screen Gestures For Android

    • To capture a screen image, tap and hold NOTE: To enable this setting, go to Settings > ASUS Customized Setting then tick Capture screenshots by holding the recent apps key.
  • Page 43 • In the File Manager app, to switch between screens or to flip tap to select and open a through the pages of an e-book or file. a gallery of images. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 44: Using The Touchpad

    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. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 45 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. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 46 In Desktop mode, use this button to open the right- click menu. NOTE: The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the left mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 47 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 the Charms bar. your running apps. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 48 Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or Slide two fingers to scroll left or down. right. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 49 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. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 50 Swipe three fingers upward to Swipe three fingers downward to show all running applications. show the Desktop mode. One-finger touchpad gestures for Android® Tap/Double tap • Single tap to select an item. • Double tap to launch item. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 51 Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or Slide two fingers to scroll left or down. right. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 52: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the ASUS Transformer Book Trio into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.

  • Page 53: Function Keys For Apps

    Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Function keys for apps Your ASUS Transformer Book Trio also comes with a special set of function keys that can be used to launch some featured apps. Toggles the ASUS Splendid Video Enhancement...
  • Page 54 ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 55: Chapter 3: Working With Windows

    Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8 ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 56: Starting For The First Time

    Press the power button on your PC station. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. From the setup screen, pick a language to use on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Carefully read the License Terms. Tick I accept the terms for using Windows then click Accept.

  • Page 57: Windows ® Ui

    Windows® apps from the Start screen. It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account.

  • Page 58: Hotspots

    Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using the touchpad. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 59 Start screen. From the Start screen: Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap on the running app’s thumbnail to go back to that app. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 60 Snap feature. For more details, refer to the Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. upper or lower right Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or corner lower right corner to launch the Charms bar. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 61: Working With Windows ® Apps

    ® Working with Windows apps Use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’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.

  • Page 62: Resizing Apps

    Right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then Unpinning apps Swipe down the app tile to select and launch the settings bar. to unpin an app. Right-click on the app to activate the settings bar then ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 63: Closing Apps

    Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. From the running app’s screen, press ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 64: Accessing The Apps Screen

    Accessing the Apps screen Aside from the apps already pinned on your Start screen, you can also open other applications through the Apps screen. Horizontal scroll bar ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 65 Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio's touch screen panel, touchpad, or keyboard. Swipe from the top or bottom edge of the screen to launch the All Apps bar. to show all installed apps in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
  • Page 66 Start screen. Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to pin on the Start screen. Right-click on the app to activate its settings. Tap on the icon. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 67: Charms Bar

    The charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several charms that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Charms bar ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 68: Launching The Charms Bar

    The image above shows how the charms bar looks like once activated. Use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’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.
  • Page 69 Devices This charm allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio such as an external display or printer. Settings This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.

  • Page 70: Snap Feature

    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 Trio’s screen resolution is set to 13 x 8 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature.
  • Page 71 Using Snap Use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s touch screen panel, touchpad or keyboard to activate and use Snap. Launch the app you wish to snap. 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.

  • Page 72: Other Keyboard Shortcuts

    Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File charm Opens the Share charm Opens the Settings charm Opens the Devices charm Activates the Lock screen Minimizes the currently active window ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 73 Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings charm Opens a menu box of Windows® tools Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 74: Connecting To Wireless Networks

    Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Wi-Fi connection of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. NOTE: GHz is supported on selected models. Enabling Wi-Fi Activate Wi-Fi in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio using the following steps on your touch screen panel or touchpad. Launch the Charms bar. Tap/click...
  • Page 75 Tap/click Connect to start the network connection. NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi connection. If you want to enable sharing between your ASUS Transformer Book Trio and other wireless-enabled systems, tap Yes, turn on sharing and connect to devices.

  • Page 76: Bluetooth

    ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices You need to pair your ASUS Transformer Book Trio with other Bluetooth- enabled devices to enable data transfers. To do this, use your touch screen panel* or touchpad as follows: Launch the Charms bar.
  • Page 77 If they are the same, tap/click Yes to successfully pair your ASUS Transformer Book Trio with the device. NOTE: For some bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 78: Airplane Mode

    Airplane mode The Airplane mode disables wireless communication, allowing you to use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio safely while in-flight. Turning Airplane mode on Launch the Charms bar. Tap/click and tap/click Move the slider to the right to turn the Airplane mode on.

  • Page 79: Connecting To Wired Networks

    To configure your settings, refer to the following procedures. IMPORTANT! Ensure that a network cable is connected between your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s LAN port and a local area network before performing the following actions. Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection Launch Desktop.
  • Page 80 Connect. Click Close to finish the configuration. on the taskbar then tap the connection you just created. Type your user name and password then tap Connect to start connecting to the Internet. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 81: Configuring A Static Ip Network Connection

    Tap Use the following IP address. Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway from your service provider. If needed, you can also type the preferred DNS server address and alternate DNS server address then tap OK. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 82: Turning Your Asus Transformer Book Trio Off

    Turning your ASUS Transformer Book Trio off You can turn off your ASUS Transformer Book Trio by doing either of the following procedures: from the Charms bar then • Tap/click > Shut down to do a normal tap/click shutdown. > Shut •...

  • Page 83: Putting Your Asus Transformer Book Trio To Sleep

    Putting your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to sleep To put your ASUS Transformer Book Trio on Sleep mode, press the power button once. You can also put your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to sleep mode using Desktop mode. To do this, launch the desktop then press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down window.
  • Page 84 ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 85: Chapter 4: Working With Android

    Chapter 4: Working with Android® ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 86: Starting Up For The First Time

    Add account. Follow the succeeding instructions then Enable the settings for Google Location then tap Set the date and time then tap to enter the home screen. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 87: Android ® Lock Screen

    Android lock screen ® Unlocking your device Tap and drag ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 88: Entering Google Now

    Entering Google Now then drag it to Google icon. Google Now Google Now is your ASUS Transformer Book Trio's personal assistant, giving you instant updates on weather conditions, nearby restaurants, flight schedules, scheduled appointments, and other related information based from your web history, synced calendars and reminders.

  • Page 89: Home Screen

    Home Screen Notification and Settings Opens All Apps screen Shortcuts Displays recent apps Returns to Home Screen other shortcuts Returns to the previous screen ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 90: Screen Views

    The built-in gravity-sensor of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio enables automatic screen rotations depending on how you hold it. You can quickly switch between a landscape or portrait view by steering your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to the left or to the right. Landscape view Portrait view...

  • Page 91: Locking The Screen Orientation

    Polaris Office Camera Play Music Maps MyLibrary Lite Settings deselect. Email NOTE: You can also enable or disable this function from the ASUS Quick Gmail SuperNote MyNet Settings. Refer to section Settings for more details. App Backup SuperNote Lite asus@vibe...

  • Page 92: Connecting To The World

    Email protected, you are prompted to key in a password or key in other credentials. Gmail SuperNote MyNet NOTE: If your ASUS Transformer Book Trio finds a network that you have App Backup SuperNote Lite AudioWizard ASUS Studio App Locker...

  • Page 93: Using Bluetooth

    ASUS Transformer Book Trio. NOTE: Turn Bluetooth off when you are not using it to help save battery power. To enable or disable Bluetooth in your ASUS Transformer Book Trio, you can do any of the following: • to go to the All Apps screen then tap .
  • Page 94 Before you can connect to a Bluetooth device, you must first pair your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to that device. The devices stay paired, unless you remove the paired connection between them. To pair your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to a device: to go to the All Apps screen then tap .
  • Page 95 Connecting your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to a Bluetooth device After you have paired your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to a Bluetooth device, you can easily reconnect to it manually, after it is back in range. To connect to a Bluetooth device: to go to the All Apps screen then tap .
  • Page 96 ASUS Artist Email on the system bar to go back to previous screen. Play Store ffice MyLibrary Lite Camera Play Music Maps Email SuperNote MyNet App Backup SuperNote Lite AudioWizard ASUS Studio asus@vibe People Phone MyLibrary ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 97: Managing Apps

    Tap and hold an app until the X Remove appears on top of the People Phone MyLibrary BuddyBuzz ASUS Artist screen. Drag the app to X Remove to remove it from the Home Screen. Email ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 98: Viewing App Info

    While holding an app on the All Apps screen, the display switches to Home Screen and the App info will appear on the top of the Home Screen display. Drag the app to App info to display its detailed information. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 99: Creating App Folder

    NOTES: • The created folder is shown in a black square. • You can add multiple apps in your folder. Tap the folder and tap Unnamed Folder to rename the folder. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 100: Viewing Apps Under The Recents Screen

    A list shows up to display all of your recently launched apps. Tap on the app you want to launch. Camera y Lite Play Music Maps Email SuperNote MyNet App Backup SuperNote Lite AudioWizard ASUS Studio People Phone ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 101 To remove the app from the list, select Remove from list. To view its information, select App info. NOTE: You can also remove a recent app from the list by swiping it up or down. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 102: Task Manager

    Task Manager ASUS Task Manager displays a list of currently running utilities and applications, including their usages in percentages, on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. You can also open and close the running apps individually or close all apps and utilities at once using the One-click Clean function.
  • Page 103 Swipe the list up and down to view all launched apps. beside the running app to close it. Tap One-click Clean to close all running apps at once. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 104: File Manager

    Polaris Office MyLibrary Lite Play Music Maps File Manager contents of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then tap an item Email to select. If a microSD card is inserted, tap MicroSD to view the contents of your microSD card. Gmail...

  • Page 105: Settings

    Action bar Settings Settings screen allows you to configure the system settings of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. With this system app, you can configure your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s wireless connectivity, hardware, personal, account and system settings. There are two ways to launch the Settings screen.

  • Page 106: Turning Android ® Off

    • If your tablet is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about seven () seconds until your ASUS Transformer Book Trio turns off. This will also reset your Android® OS. IMPORTANT! Forcing the system to shut down may result to data loss.

  • Page 107: Chapter 5: Power-On Self Test (Post)

    Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST) ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 108: The Power-On Selftest (Post)

    The Power-On SelfTest (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 Trio. The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s architecture.

  • Page 109: Bios Settings

    →← : Select Screen Delete Boot Option : Select Item ↑↓ Enter: Select +/— : Change Opt. : General Help : Optimized Defaults : Save & Exit : Exit Version 2.15.1236. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 110 Windows Boot Manager : Select Item ↑↓ Delete Boot Option Enter: Select Disabled +/— : Change Opt. : General Help : Optimized Defaults : Save & Exit : Exit Version 2.15.1236. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 111 Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. It also allows you to control the access to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface.
  • Page 112 To clear the password: On the Security screen, select Administrator Password or User Password. Type in the current password then press Leave the Create New Password field blank then press Select Yes in the confirmation box then press ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 113 I/O Interface Security In the Security menu, you can access I/O Interface Security to lock or unlock some interface functions of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Security If Locked, LAN...
  • Page 114 Interface Security. Select an interface that you would like to lock then select Lock. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 115 On the Security screen, select Set Master Password. Type in a password then press Re-type to confirm the password then press Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set up the user password. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 116 : Select Item ↑↓ Enter: Select Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device +/— : Change Opt. : General Help : Optimized Defaults : Save & Exit : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 117: To Update The Bios

    To update the BIOS: Verify the ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive. Connect your flash disk drive to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
  • Page 118 Build Time: Unknown Build Time: 11:51:05 0 EFI <DIR> [←→]: Switch [↑↓]: Choose [q]: Exit [Enter]: Enter/Execute After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Defaults to restore the system to its default settings. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 119: Troubleshoot

    Use Refresh your PC if you want to refresh your system without losing your current files and applications. To access this during POST: Restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then press during POST. Wait for Windows® to load the Choose an option screen then tap Troubleshoot.

  • Page 120: Reset Your Pc

    Reset your PC IMPORTANT! Back up all your data before performing this option. Use Reset your PC to restore your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to its default settings. To access this during POST: Restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then press during POST.

  • Page 121: Advanced Options

    Using System Image Recovery Under Advanced options, you can use System Image Recovery to recover your system using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s original image file. To access this during POST: Restart your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then press during POST.
  • Page 122 DVD. Follow the succeeding steps to complete the system image recovery procedure. NOTE: We strongly recommend that you regularly backup your system to prevent data loss in case your ASUS Transformer Book Trio stops working. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 123: Tips And Faqs

    Tips and FAQs ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 124: Useful Tips For Your Asus Transformer Book Trio

    Useful tips for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio To help you maximize the use of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you can follow: •...

  • Page 125: Hardware Faqs

    Hardware FAQs A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I turn on the ASUS Transformer Book Trio. What should I 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.
  • Page 126 Press to enable your touchpad. • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture has been set to disable the touchpad when connecting an external pointing device. When I play audio and video files, why can’t I hear any sound from my ASUS Transformer Book Trio’s audio speakers? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: •...
  • Page 127 How can I change this? Press the key or (on selected models) on your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to turn off this feature and use the said keys for inputting letters. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 128: Software Faqs

    Software FAQs When I turn on my ASUS Transformer Book Trio, 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: •...
  • Page 129 My ASUS Transformer Book Trio does not boot up. How can I fix this? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected devices to your ASUS Transformer Book Trio then restart your system. Press F9 upon startup. When your ASUS Transformer Book •...
  • Page 130 Go to the Security menu then set Secure Boot Control to Disabled. Press F10 to save changes and exit BIOS. Press and hold ESC to launch boot menu when your ASUS Transformer Book Trio restarts. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 131: Appendices

    Appendices ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 132: Dvd-Rom Drive Information (On Selected Models)

    DVD movies for the last region setting. Changing the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 133: Region Definitions

    Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam Region 4 Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, South America Region 5 CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea Region 6 China ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 134: Blu-Ray Rom Drive Information (On Selected Models)

    Internal Modem Compliancy The ASUS Transformer Book Trio with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR1. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 8/8/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN).

  • Page 135: Overview

    Answering machines and loud-speaking telephones can be eligible as well as modems, fax machines, auto-dialers and alarm systems. Equipment in which the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 136 Not Applicable Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Not Applicable Iceland Ireland Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Not Applicable Portugal Not Applicable Spain Not Applicable Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 137: Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

    • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 138: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 139: Declaration Of Conformity (R&Tte Directive 1999/5/Ec)

    CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1//EC of the European Parliament and Commission from  March, 1 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 140: Ic Radiation Exposure Statement For Canada

    Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B) ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 141: Déclaration D'industrie Canada Relative À L'exposition Aux Ondes Radio

    Tout appareil (ou son antenne d’émission) qui est installé en extérieur est sujet à cette licence. Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B) ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 142: Radiation Exposure Statement

    (iv) Users should also be advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 0-30 MHz and 0-80 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 143 (c.-à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes  0- 30 MHz et  0- 80 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 144: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    .–83. MHz band. Use outdoors on public property is not permitted. In the departments listed below, for the entire . GHz band: • Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW • Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10mW ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 145 This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.arcep.fr) NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 146: Ul Safety Notices

    There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. • DO NOT use the ASUS Transformer Book Trio in the vicinity of a gas leak. Required for UL 1 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources in products. These...

  • Page 147: Power Safety Requirement

    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. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.A.

  • Page 148: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries)

    Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного типа возможно его возгорание. Утилизируйте аккумулятор в соответствии с инструкциями производителя. (Russian) ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 149: Optical Drive Safety Information

    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. ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 150: Ctr 21 Approval (For Asus Transformer Book Trio With Built-In Modem)

    CTR 21 Approval (for ASUS Transformer Book Trio with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...
  • Page 151 German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

  • Page 152: Energy Star Complied Product

    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 1 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.

  • Page 153: Global Environmental Regulation Compliance And Declaration

    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.
  • Page 154 Regulation (EC) No. 642/2009 Regulation (EC) No. 617/2013 2011/65/EU-RoHS Directive Ver. 130816 CE marking (EC conformity marking) Position : CEO Name : Jerry Shen Declaration Date: 13/09/2013 __________ Signature : Year to begin affixing CE marking:2013 ASUS Transformer Book Trio E-Manual...

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