Asus Transformer Mini T103 Guide

E14338
Revised Edition V3 / May 2018
E-Manual

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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 Tablet................................................................................................ 9
Caring for your ASUS Tablet........................................................................................ 10
Proper disposal................................................................................................................ 11
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
ASUS Tablet..................................................................................................................14
Front View.......................................................................................................................... 14
Back View........................................................................................................................... 15
Top View............................................................................................................................. 16
Bottom Side...................................................................................................................... 18
Left Side ............................................................................................................................. 19
Right Side .......................................................................................................................... 20
ASUS Pen (on selected models)............................................................................21
Inserting the battery ..................................................................................................... 21
ASUS Mobile Dock (optional)................................................................................22
Top View............................................................................................................................. 22
Chapter 2: Using your ASUS Tablet and ASUS Mobile Dock
Getting started ...........................................................................................................26
Dock the ASUS Tablet on the ASUS Mobile Dock ............................................... 26
Charging your ASUS Tablet......................................................................................... 27
Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad .....................................30
Using touch screen panel gestures.......................................................................... 30
Using the touchpad....................................................................................................... 33
Using the keyboard...................................................................................................40
Function keys................................................................................................................... 40
Windows® 10 keys.......................................................................................................... 41

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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10
Starting for the rst time.........................................................................................44
Start menu ...................................................................................................................45
Launching the Start menu .......................................................................................... 46
Opening programs from the Start menu............................................................... 46
Windows®apps ...........................................................................................................47
Working with Windows® apps.................................................................................... 48
Customizing Windows® apps ..................................................................................... 48
Task view.......................................................................................................................51
Snap feature ................................................................................................................52
Snap hotspots.................................................................................................................. 52
Action Center ..............................................................................................................54
Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................55
Connecting to wireless networks ........................................................................57
Wi-Fi..................................................................................................................................... 57
Bluetooth........................................................................................................................... 58
Airplane mode................................................................................................................. 59
Turning your ASUS Tablet o.................................................................................60
Putting your ASUS Tablet to sleep.......................................................................61
Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
The Power-On Self-Test (POST).............................................................................64
Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot...................................................... 64
BIOS ................................................................................................................................64
Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................................ 65
BIOS Settings.................................................................................................................... 66
Recovering your system..........................................................................................73
Performing a recovery option.................................................................................... 74

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Tips and FAQs
Useful tips for your ASUS Tablet...........................................................................78
Hardware FAQs...........................................................................................................79
Software FAQs.............................................................................................................82
Appendices
Internal Modem Compliancy ..................................................................................... 86
Overview............................................................................................................................ 86
Network Compatibility Declaration......................................................................... 87
Non-Voice Equipment................................................................................................... 87
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement................... 89
Slave Equipment............................................................................................................. 90
RF Exposure warning..................................................................................................... 90
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement................................. 91
RF Exposure Information (SAR).................................................................................. 91
RF Exposure information (SAR) - CE......................................................................... 92
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ...................................................... 93
Déclaration d'Industrie Canada relative à
l'exposition aux fréquences radio............................................................................. 94
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and
Economic Development Canada (ISED)................................................................. 95
Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et
Développement économique Canada (ISED) ...................................................... 95
Radiation Exposure Statement.................................................................................. 96
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations................................................................. 96
Caution............................................................................................................................... 96
Avertissement.................................................................................................................. 97
Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent Domains........................................... 97

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UL Safety Notices............................................................................................................ 98
Power Safety Requirement.......................................................................................... 99
TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 99
REACH................................................................................................................................. 99
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice.............................................................. 99
Coating Notice................................................................................................................. 99
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)........................................... 100
CTR 21 Approval (for ASUS Tablet with built-in modem)................................. 101
ENERGY STAR complied product .............................................................................. 103
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration.................. 103
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services.......................................................................... 104
Prevention of Hearing Loss......................................................................................... 104
Notices for removable batteries................................................................................ 105
Avis concernant les batteries remplaçables..........................................................105
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America............................. 105
Regional notice for India.............................................................................................. 105
Regional notice for California..................................................................................... 105
Regional notice for Singapore................................................................................... 106
Japan Technical Conformity Mark ............................................................................ 106
Simplied EU Declaration of Conformity............................................................... 106
RED RF Output table...................................................................................................... 107

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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software
features of your ASUS Tablet and ASUS Mobile Dock, organized through
the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
This chapter details the hardware components of your ASUS
Tablet and ASUS Mobile Dock.
Chapter 2: Using your ASUS Tablet and ASUS Mobile Dock
This chapter shows you how to use the dierent parts of your
ASUS Tablet and ASUS Mobile Dock.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your
ASUS Tablet.
Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
This chapter shows you how to use POST to change the settings
of your ASUS Tablet.
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 Tablet.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements for your ASUS
Tablet and ASUS Mobile Dock.

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Typography
Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.
= Use the touch screen panel.
= Use the touchpad.
= Use the keyboard.
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 Tablet’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 Tablet and ASUS Mobile Dock.

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Safety precautions
Using your ASUS Tablet
This ASUS Tablet 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
Tablet and ensure that your power adapter complies
with this rating.
Do not leave your ASUS Tablet 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 Tablet.
While powered on, ensure that you do not carry or
cover your ASUS Tablet with any materials that can
reduce air circulation.
Do not place your ASUS Tablet on uneven or
unstable work surfaces.
You can send your ASUS Tablet 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 Tablet
in-ight.

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Caring for your ASUS Tablet
Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery
pack (if applicable) before cleaning your ASUS
Tablet. 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 Tablet using a
dry cloth.
Do not use strong solvents such as thinners,
benzene, or other chemicals on or near your ASUS
Tablet.
Do not place objects on top of your ASUS Tablet.
Do not expose your ASUS Tablet to strong magnetic
or electrical elds.
Do not use or expose your ASUS Tablet near liquids,
rain, or moisture.
Do not expose your ASUS Tablet to dusty
environments.
Do not use your ASUS Tablet near gas leaks.

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Proper disposal
Do not throw your ASUS Tablet and ASUS Mobile
Dock 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 Setup

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ASUS Tablet
Front 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 display panel
This high-denition touch screen panel provides excellent
viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les.
It also allows you to operate it using touch gestures.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using touch screen panel
gestures section in this manual.

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Back View
Kickstand
The built-in kickstand allows you to prop up your ASUS Tablet
and adjust viewing angle.
MicroSD card slot (hidden)
This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD,
microSDHC, and microSDXC card formats.

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Top View
Array microphones
The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise
suppression, and beam forming functions for better voice
recognition and audio recording.
Two-color battery charge indicator
The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s
charge status. Refer to the following table for details:

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Color Status
Solid White The ASUS Tablet is plugged to
a power source and the battery
power is between 95% and
100%.
Solid Orange The ASUS Tablet is plugged to
a power source, charging its
battery, and the battery power
is less than 95%.
Blinking Orange The ASUS Tablet is running on
battery mode and the battery
power is less than 6%.
Lights o The ASUS Tablet is running on
battery mode and the battery
power is between 7% to 100%.
Power button
Press the power button to turn your ASUS Tablet on or o. You
can also use the power button to put your ASUS Tablet to sleep
or hibernate mode, and wake it up from sleep or hibernate
mode.
In the event that your ASUS Tablet becomes unresponsive,
press and hold the power button for at least ten (10) seconds
until your ASUS Tablet shuts down.

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Bottom Side
Dock port
Connect the ASUS Mobile Dock to this port to support keyboard
and touchpad functions.
Hinge holes
Align and insert the latch hooks into these holes to securely
attach your ASUS Tablet to your ASUS Mobile Dock.

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Left Side
Audio speakers
The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight
from your Tablet. Audio features are software-controlled.
Micro USB 2.0 port
Use the micro USB (Universal Serial Bus) port to charge or
supply power to your ASUS Tablet.
USB 3.0 port
The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer
rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
NOTE: Certain USB 3.0 devices may cause interference with
wireless transmission.
Headphone/Headset jack
This port allows you to connect amplied speakers or
headphones. You can also use this port to connect your
headset.

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Right Side
Volume button
This button turns the volume up or down on your ASUS Tablet.
Micro HDMI port
This port is for the micro HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia
Interface) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-
ray, and other protected content playback.
Audio speakers
The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight
from your Tablet. Audio features are software-controlled.