Asus TX201LA Guide

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

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Table of Contents
About this manual.....................................................................................................7
Conventions used in this manual .............................................................................8
Icons .................................................................................................................................... 8
Typography....................................................................................................................... 8
Safety precautions.....................................................................................................9
Using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.................................................................9
Caring for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio ........................................................ 10
Proper disposal................................................................................................................ 11
Chapter 1: Hardware parts
Getting to know your ASUS Transformer Book Trio ......................................14
Tablet..............................................................................................................................15
Top View............................................................................................................................. 15
Ports and slot ...................................................................................................................17
Rear view ........................................................................................................................... 19
PC station......................................................................................................................21
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.................................................................32
Using the operating system (OS) switch key........................................................ 37
Using the tablet............................................................................................................... 38
Using the PC station ...................................................................................................... 39
Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad .....................................40
Touch screen gestures for Windows® 8.................................................................. 40
Touch screen gestures for Android® ....................................................................... 42
Using the touchpad....................................................................................................... 44

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Using the keyboard...................................................................................................52
Function keys ................................................................................................................... 52
Function keys for apps.................................................................................................. 53
Windows®8 keys ............................................................................................................. 53
Chapter 3:Working with Windows® 8
Starting for the first time.........................................................................................56
Windows® 8 lock screen ...........................................................................................56
Windows®UI ................................................................................................................57
Start screen ....................................................................................................................... 57
Windows® Apps .............................................................................................................. 57
Hotspots............................................................................................................................. 58
Working with Windows®apps...............................................................................61
Launching apps............................................................................................................... 61
Customizing apps........................................................................................................... 61
Accessing the Apps screen..........................................................................................64
Charms bar........................................................................................................................ 67
Snap feature ..................................................................................................................... 70
Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................72
Connecting to wireless networks ........................................................................74
Wi-Fi..................................................................................................................................... 74
Bluetooth .......................................................................................................................... 76
Airplane mode................................................................................................................. 78
Connecting to wired networks.............................................................................79
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
Android®lock screen.................................................................................................87
Unlocking your device.................................................................................................. 87
Entering Google Now...............................................................................................88
Google Now...................................................................................................................... 88

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Home Screen...............................................................................................................89
Screen views................................................................................................................90
Landscape view............................................................................................................... 90
Portrait view ..................................................................................................................... 90
Locking the screen orientation.................................................................................. 91
Connecting to the world.........................................................................................92
Connecting to Wi-Fi networks ................................................................................... 92
Using Bluetooth .............................................................................................................. 93
Managing Apps..........................................................................................................97
Creating app shortcuts................................................................................................. 97
Removing an app from the Home Screen............................................................. 97
Viewing app info............................................................................................................. 98
Creating app folder........................................................................................................ 99
Viewing apps under the Recents screen................................................................ 100
Task Manager .................................................................................................................. 102
File Manager................................................................................................................104
Accessing the internal storage ..................................................................................104
Accessing the external storage device ................................................................... 104
Settings .........................................................................................................................105
Turning Android® off .................................................................................................106
Putting your tablet to sleep........................................................................................ 106
Chapter 5: Power-on Self Test (POST)
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

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Tips and FAQs
Useful tips for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio ...........................................124
Hardware FAQs ...........................................................................................................125
Software FAQs.............................................................................................................128
Appendices
DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models)........................................... 132
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models).......................................134
Internal Modem Compliancy...................................................................................... 134
Overview............................................................................................................................ 135
Network Compatibility Declaration......................................................................... 135
Non-Voice Equipment .................................................................................................. 135
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ................... 137
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement................................. 138
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC).................................. 139
CE Marking ........................................................................................................................ 139
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada...................................................... 140
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio ... 141
Radiation Exposure Statement:................................................................................. 142
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations ................................................................ 142
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains........................................... 144
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands ....................................................... 144
UL Safety Notices............................................................................................................ 146
Power Safety Requirement.......................................................................................... 147
TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 147
REACH................................................................................................................................. 147
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice.............................................................. 147
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 .................. 153

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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software
features of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio, organized through the
following chapters:
Chapter 1: Hardware Parts
This chapter details the hardware components of your ASUS
Transformer Book Trio.
Chapter 2: Getting Started
This chapter shows you how to set up and use the dierent parts
of your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8
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.
Tips and FAQs
This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs,
and software FAQs you can refer to for maintaining and xing
common issues with your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements for your ASUS
Transformer Book Trio.

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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 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.
= Use the keyboard.
Typography
Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.

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Safety precautions
Using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio
This ASUS Transformer Book Trio 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 Trio and ensure that your power
adapter complies with this rating.
Do not leave your ASUS Transformer Book Trio on
your lap or near any part of your body to prevent
discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and
other peripherals with your ASUS Transformer Book
Trio.
While powered on, ensure that you do not carry or
cover your ASUS Transformer Book Trio with any
materials that can reduce air circulation.
Do not place your ASUS Transformer Book Trio on
uneven or unstable work surfaces.
You can send your ASUS Transformer Book Trio
through x-ray machines (used on items placed
on conveyor belts), but do not expose them to
magnetic detectors and wands.
Contact your airline provider to learn about related
inight services that can be used and restrictions
that must be followed when using your ASUS
Transformer Book Trio in-ight.

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Caring for your ASUS Transformer Book Trio
Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery
pack (if applicable) before cleaning your ASUS
Transformer Book Trio. 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 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.
Do not expose your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to
strong magnetic or electrical elds.
Do not use or expose your ASUS Transformer Book
Trio near liquids, rain, or moisture.
Do not expose your ASUS Transformer Book Trio to
dusty environments.
Do not use your ASUS Transformer Book Trio near
gas leaks.

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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. Check local
regulations for disposal of electronic products.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The
symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates
that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.

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Chapter 1:
Hardware parts

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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.
If the tablet is undocked from the PC station, each can function as
individual devices with their own set of features. The tablet contains the
Android® operating system while the PC station contains Windows® 8.
tablet PC station
ASUS Transformer Book Trio
NOTE: For more details on connecting or disconnecting the tablet and the
PC station, refer to the Transforming your devices into an ASUS Transformer
Book Trio and the Undocking the tablet from the PC station sections in this
manual.

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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
Camera
The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos
using your ASUS Transformer Book Trio.
Camera indicator
The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use.

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Ambient light sensor
The ambient light sensor detects the amount of ambient light in
your environment. It allows the system to automatically adjust
the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light
condition.
Touch screen panel
This high-denition touch screen panel provides excellent
viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les
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.

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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.
WARNING!
• The PC station tabs are magnetized, please keep
them out of children’s reach.
• Magnetic elds generated by mobile devices may
damage data on magnetic storage media, such as
credit cards, computer discs or tapes. Do not place
your device next to such media.
• Never expose your device to strong magnetic elds
as this may cause temporary malfunction.
• Magnets can aect functioning pacemakers and
implanted debrillators. Refer to your pacemaker or
debrillator’s suggested distance from magnets.

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Micro USB 2.0 port (for Android® only)
Connect the bundled micro USB to USB adapter into this micro
USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 port to charge the battery or
supply power to your tablet. You can use this as a charging port
while using the tablet as a separate device.
When the tablet is used separately, you may also use this port
to facilitate data transfers from an external device.
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.

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Rear view
IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specications
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.
Camera (for Android® only)
The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos
while working on Android®.
Audio speakers
The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audios straight
from your tablet. Audio features are software controlled.

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Volume button
Press this button to increase or decrease the volume.
Power button
The power button turns on your tablet, boots up Android®, and
also resets your tablet when needed. Refer to the following
scenarios when using your tablet’s power button:
• Press the power button to turn on your tablet and boot
up Android®.
• While working on your tablet, you can press the power
button to put your tablet to sleep or wake it up from
sleep mode.
• In the event that your tablet becomes unresponsive,
press and hold the power button for about seven (7)
seconds until your tablet shuts down.