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... wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...62 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 64 Configuring a static IP network connection 65 Turning your Notebook PC off 66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 BIOS Settings...71 Recovering your system 81 Performing a recovery option 82 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...62 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 64 Configuring a static IP network connection 65 Turning your Notebook PC off 66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 BIOS Settings...71 Recovering your system 81 Performing a recovery option 82 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing the Hard Disk Drive 86 Installing a RAM module 93 Installing an M.2 card 98 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 104 Hardware FAQs...105 Software FAQs...108 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 112 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 114 Internal Modem Compliancy 114 Overview...115 Network Compatibility Declaration 115 Non-Voice Equipment 115 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 117 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution...
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing the Hard Disk Drive 86 Installing a RAM module 93 Installing an M.2 card 98 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 104 Hardware FAQs...105 Software FAQs...108 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 112 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 114 Internal Modem Compliancy 114 Overview...115 Network Compatibility Declaration 115 Non-Voice Equipment 115 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 117 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution...
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...Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook...moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Use a clean cellulose...
...Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook...moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Use a clean cellulose...
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... the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the touchpad section in sleep mode. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model...
... the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the touchpad section in sleep mode. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model...
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... the power button for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. This allows you to use the power button to put your keyboard for numeric input. NOTE: For more details, refer to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the number lock function is enabled. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC to the Using the...
... the power button for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. This allows you to use the power button to put your keyboard for numeric input. NOTE: For more details, refer to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up when the number lock function is enabled. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC to the Using the...
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... removable NVMe SSD (M.2 2280 slot), HDD (Hard Disk Drives) and RAM (Random-Access Memory) modules. NOTE: • For more details on your Notebook PC, refer to exit the Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC for playing PC games or watching movies on how to replace or install the HDD and RAM modules of your Notebook...
... removable NVMe SSD (M.2 2280 slot), HDD (Hard Disk Drives) and RAM (Random-Access Memory) modules. NOTE: • For more details on your Notebook PC, refer to exit the Notebook PC. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC for playing PC games or watching movies on how to replace or install the HDD and RAM modules of your Notebook...
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... Interface (HDMI) connector and is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC to a local area network (LAN). 22 Notebook PC E-Manual LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to an external display. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the...
... Interface (HDMI) connector and is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). USB 3.0 port This Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and are backward compatible to quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC to a local area network (LAN). 22 Notebook PC E-Manual LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to an external display. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ This USB 3.0 port with the...
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... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that it on power adapter mode. •...
... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that it on power adapter mode. •...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on your Notebook PC. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on your Notebook PC. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Toggles between insert mode and overtype mode Toggles num lock on or off Toggles scroll lock on or off Launches calculator Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to launch the Start menu Press this key to simulate the right-click functions Notebook PC E-Manual 41
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Toggles between insert mode and overtype mode Toggles num lock on or off Toggles scroll lock on or off Launches calculator Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to launch the Start menu Press this key to simulate the right-click functions Notebook PC E-Manual 41
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... use the Start menu to do these common activities: • Start programs or Windows® apps • Open commonly used programs or Windows® apps • Adjust Notebook PC settings • Get help with the Windows operating system • Turn off your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual...
... use the Start menu to do these common activities: • Start programs or Windows® apps • Open commonly used programs or Windows® apps • Adjust Notebook PC settings • Get help with the Windows operating system • Turn off your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... run troubleshooting options using the function keys of a trained service personnel. The default BIOS settings apply to most conditions of the Notebook PC's architecture. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for more details. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC then press during system bootup and requests you to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run when you change the default BIOS settings...
... run troubleshooting options using the function keys of a trained service personnel. The default BIOS settings apply to most conditions of the Notebook PC's architecture. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for more details. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC then press during system bootup and requests you to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run when you change the default BIOS settings...
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... Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Aptio Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 71 The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Boot This menu allows you to the...
... Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Aptio Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 71 The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Boot This menu allows you to the...
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Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 2. Copyright (C) 2015 ...
Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 2. Copyright (C) 2015 ...
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... Administrator's password is a power on password and must be prompted to set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Security This menu allows you to input this before entering your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save...
... Administrator's password is a power on password and must be prompted to set , then this only limits access to boot or enter Setup. Security This menu allows you to input this before entering your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save...
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... Security USB Interface External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled USB Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. USB...
... Security USB Interface External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled USB Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to lock then select Lock. USB...
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Aptio Setup Utility - Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save &...
Aptio Setup Utility - Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save &...
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.... Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Main AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt UtiSleictuyri-tyCopySraivgeht& (ECx)it2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
.... Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Main AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt UtiSleictuyri-tyCopySraivgeht& (ECx)it2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
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... settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you are not going to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 104 Notebook...
... settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you are not going to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 104 Notebook...
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... touchpad not working ? 4. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is attached correctly. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. Press to your touchpad. 6. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook...
... touchpad not working ? 4. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is attached correctly. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. Press to your touchpad. 6. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook...