ASUS P2528L (01) PDF Document

To ensure safety while using your ASUS P2528L notebook PC, please follow these precautions:

• Use the notebook PC only 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 notebook and ensure your power adapter complies with this rating.

• Do not leave your notebook PC 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, or other peripherals.

• While powered on, do not carry or cover your notebook PC with any materials that can reduce air circulation.

• Do not place your notebook PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces.

• You can send your notebook PC through x-ray machines, but do not expose it to magnetic detectors and wands.

• Contact your airline provider to learn about in-flight restrictions and services for using your notebook PC in-flight.

To properly care for your ASUS P2528L notebook PC, follow these guidelines:

• Before cleaning, disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable). 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 with a dry cloth.

• Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near your notebook.

• Do not place objects on top of your notebook PC.

• Do not expose your notebook to strong magnetic or electrical fields.

• Do not use or expose your notebook near liquids, rain, or moisture.

• Do not expose your notebook to dusty environments.

• Do not use your notebook PC near gas leaks.

Do not throw your ASUS P2528L notebook PC in municipal waste. This product is designed for 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 the 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.

The status indicators on your ASUS P2528L help identify the current hardware status:

• Power indicator: Lights up when the notebook is turned on and blinks slowly when it is in sleep mode.

• Two-color battery charge indicator: Provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status.

• Drive activity indicator: Lights up when your notebook is accessing the internal storage drives.

• Bluetooth / Wireless indicator: Lights up when your notebook PC’s wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled.

• Capital lock indicator: Lights up when the capital lock function is activated, allowing you to type capitalized letters.

The two-color LED on your ASUS P2528L provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. Refer to the following table for details:

To charge your ASUS P2528L notebook PC, follow these steps:

A. Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.

B. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source.

C. Connect the DC power connector into your notebook PC’s power (DC) input.

Charge the notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time.

Power adapter information:

• Input voltage: 100-240Vac

• Input frequency: 50-60Hz

• Rating output current: 3.42A (65W)

• Rating output voltage: 19V

Please read the following precautions for your ASUS P2528L notebook PC’s battery:

• The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled.

• Follow the warning labels for your personal safety.

• There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

• Do not dispose of it in fire.

• Never attempt to short-circuit your notebook PC’s battery.

• Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery.

• Discontinue usage if leakage is found.

• The battery and its components must be recycled or disposed of properly.

• Keep the battery and other small components away from children.

The touchpad on your ASUS P2528L allows for various gestures to navigate the screen.

Moving the pointer:

You can tap anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

One-finger gestures:

• Tap/Double-tap: Tap an app to select it. Double-tap an app 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 in a new location, lift your finger from the touchpad.

• Left-click: Click the left area of the touchpad to select an app or double-click to launch it.

• Right-click: Click the right area of the touchpad to open the right-click menu.

Two-finger gestures:

• Two-finger scroll (up/down/left/right): Slide two fingers to scroll in any direction.

• Zoom out: Bring your two fingers together on the touchpad.

• Zoom in: Spread your two fingers apart on the touchpad.

• Drag and drop: Select an item, then press and hold the left button. Using another finger, slide on the touchpad to drag the item, and lift your finger off the button to drop it.

The function keys on your ASUS P2528L’s keyboard can trigger the following commands when pressed with the ‘fn’ key:

• fn + f1: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode.

• fn + f2: Turns Airplane mode on or off.

• fn + f5: Decreases display brightness.

• fn + f6: Increases display brightness.

• fn + f7: Turns the display panel off.

• fn + f8: Toggles the display mode (requires a second display to be connected).

• fn + f9: Enables or disables the touchpad.

• fn + f10: Turns the speaker on or off.

• fn + f11: Turns the speaker volume down.

• fn + f12: Turns the speaker volume up.

You can control multimedia files on your ASUS P2528L by pressing the fn key in combination with the arrow keys:

• fn + Up Arrow: Stop

• fn + Down Arrow: Play or pause

• fn + Left Arrow: Skip to previous track or rewind

• fn + Right Arrow: Skip to next track or fast forward

To insert an optical disc into the drive on your ASUS P2528L, follow these steps:

1. While the notebook PC is on, press the electronic eject button to partially eject the optical drive tray.

2. Gently pull out the drive tray. Be careful not to touch the optical drive lens.

3. Hold the disc by the edge with its printed side up, then gently place it inside the hub.

4. Push down the disc’s plastic hub until it snaps onto the optical drive hub.

5. Push the drive tray gently to close the optical drive.

The manual eject hole is used to eject the optical drive tray if the electronic eject button does not work. To use it, insert a straightened paper clip into the manual eject hole on the optical drive door until the drive tray opens. Use the manual eject hole only when the electronic eject button is not working.

When you start your ASUS P2528L for the first time, a series of screens will guide you in configuring Windows® 10.

1. Press the power button on your notebook PC. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears.

2. From the setup screen, pick your region and a language.

3. Carefully read the License Terms and select ‘I accept’.

4. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure basic items: Personalize, Get online, Settings, and Your account.

5. After configuring the basic items, Windows® 10 will install your apps and preferred settings. Ensure your notebook PC remains powered on.

6. Once the setup process is complete, the Desktop will appear.

To connect your ASUS P2528L to a Wi-Fi network, follow these steps:

1. Ensure Airplane mode is turned off.

2. Select the network icon from the taskbar.

3. Select the Wi-Fi icon to enable Wi-Fi.

4. Select an access point from the list of available Wi-Fi connections.

5. Select Connect to start the network connection. You may be prompted to enter a security key.

To pair your ASUS P2528L with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, follow these steps:

1. Ensure Airplane mode is turned off.

2. Launch Settings from the Start menu.

3. Select Devices, then select Bluetooth to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices.

4. Select a device from the list. Compare the passcode on your notebook PC with the passcode sent to your chosen device. If they are the same, select Yes to successfully pair your notebook PC with the device.

You can turn off your ASUS P2528L notebook PC using one of the following methods:

• Launch the Start menu, then select the Power icon > Shut down.

• From the log-in screen, select the Power icon > Shut down.

• Press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down Windows dialog box. Select Shut Down from the drop-down list, then select OK.

• If your notebook is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds until it turns off.

To put your ASUS P2528L into Sleep mode, use one of the following methods:

• Launch the Start menu, then select the Power icon > Sleep.

• From the log-in screen, select the Power icon > Sleep.

• Press alt + f4 to launch the Shut Down Windows dialog box. Select Sleep from the drop-down list, then select OK.

• You can also put your notebook PC into Sleep mode by pressing the power button once.

To access the BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) on your ASUS P2528L, restart your notebook PC and then press the f2 key during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).

To update the BIOS on your ASUS P2528L:

1. Verify your notebook PC’s exact model and download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website.

2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to a flash disk drive.

3. Connect your flash disk drive to your notebook PC.

4. Restart your notebook PC and press f2 during POST to enter the BIOS menu.

5. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press enter.

6. Locate your downloaded BIOS file on the flash disk drive and press enter to begin the update process.

7. After the BIOS update process, select Exit > Restore Defaults to restore the system to its default settings.

Before performing any recovery option, it is important to back up all your data files and note down any important customized settings. Ensure your ASUS P2528L is plugged into a power source.

1. Launch Settings and select Update and security.

2. Select Recovery from the options.

3. Choose the recovery option you would like to perform:

• Keep my files: Refreshes your notebook PC to its default settings and deletes other installed apps, without affecting your personal files (photos, music, videos, documents).

• Remove everything: Resets your notebook PC to its factory settings. You must back up your data before choosing this option.

• Go back to an earlier build: Allows you to revert to a previous build of Windows if the current one is not working for you.

• Advanced startup: Allows you to perform other advanced recovery options, such as using a USB drive or recovery DVD to startup, or using Troubleshoot for options like System Restore, System Image Recovery, and Startup Repair.

To maximize the use of your ASUS P2528L, maintain its performance, and keep your data secure, follow these tips:

• Update Windows periodically to ensure your applications have the latest security settings.

• Use and regularly update anti-virus software to protect your data.

• Refrain from using force shutdown unless absolutely necessary.

• Always back up your data to an external storage drive.

• Avoid using the notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. If you won’t be using it for a long period (at least a month), it is recommended to remove the battery if it is removable.

• Before resetting your notebook PC, disconnect all external devices and have the following information ready: product key for your OS and applications, backup data, log in ID and password, and internet connection information.

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.

The color and brightness of your display panel can be affected by the angle and current position of your ASUS P2528L. You can use the function keys (fn + f5 to decrease, fn + f6 to increase) or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of your display panel.

You can try any of the following suggestions to maximize your ASUS P2528L’s battery life:

• Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness.

• If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode.

• Disconnect unused USB devices.

• Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory.

If the battery charge indicator on your ASUS P2528L doesn’t light up, try the following:

• Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is attached correctly. You can also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to the power outlet and notebook PC.

• If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.

If your touchpad is not working, it may be disabled. Press fn + f9 to enable your touchpad.

If you cannot hear sound from your ASUS P2528L’s speakers, try these suggestions:

• Press fn + f12 to turn up the speaker volume.

• Check if your speakers were set to mute.

• Check if a headphone jack is connected to your notebook PC and remove it.

Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance with a lost power adapter or a battery that has stopped working.

Make sure that nothing is accidentally touching or pressing on your touchpad while you type on the keyboard. You can also temporarily disable your touchpad by pressing fn + f9.

You can try the following suggestions:

• Force shutdown your notebook PC by pressing the power button for at least four (4) seconds. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are inserted correctly, then turn on your notebook PC again.

• If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.

You can try the following suggestions:

• Remove all connected USB devices and then restart your notebook PC.

• Remove any optical discs that are left inside the optical drive and then restart.

• If the problem still exists, your notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.

Delete the applications you recently installed or that were not included with your original operating system package, then restart your system.

You can try the following suggestions:

• Remove all connected devices from your notebook PC and then restart your system.

• If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.

If your ASUS P2528L won’t wake from sleep mode, consider these possibilities:

• You need to press the power button to resume your last working state.

• Your system might have completely used up its battery power. Connect the power adapter to your notebook PC and connect to a power outlet, then press the power button.