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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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... other chemicals on top of warm water. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your...
... other chemicals on top of warm water. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your...
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... Using the touchpad section in sleep mode. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 simulates the functions of your Notebook PC. Record key This key enables you to use of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of a regular mouse. Keyboard The keyboard...
... Using the touchpad section in sleep mode. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 simulates the functions of your Notebook PC. Record key This key enables you to use of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of a regular mouse. Keyboard The keyboard...
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... the Using the numeric keypad section in your Notebook PC shuts down. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is enabled. This allows you to turn your keyboard for numeric input. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details, refer to sleep or hibernate mode...
... the Using the numeric keypad section in your Notebook PC shuts down. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up when the number lock function is enabled. This allows you to turn your keyboard for numeric input. In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for numeric input and as pointer direction keys. NOTE: For more details, refer to sleep or hibernate mode...
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... 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 PC, refer to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Subwoofer The subwoofer speaker produces low-pitched audio frequencies for fuller and richer bass sounds suited for the removable NVMe SSD (M.2 2280 slot), HDD (Hard Disk Drives) and RAM (Random-Access Memory) modules.
... 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 PC, refer to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Subwoofer The subwoofer speaker produces low-pitched audio frequencies for fuller and richer bass sounds suited for the removable NVMe SSD (M.2 2280 slot), HDD (Hard Disk Drives) and RAM (Random-Access Memory) modules.
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... quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC to connect your Notebook PC is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to USB 2.0. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). USB Charger+ allows you to an external display...
... quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC to connect your Notebook PC is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to USB 2.0. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models). USB Charger+ allows you to an external display...
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Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on power adapter mode. • The socket outlet must be recycled or disposed of in this device may have...
Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on power adapter mode. • The socket outlet must be recycled or disposed of in this device may have...
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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 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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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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Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app from Windows or switch 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 from the taskbar Launch Search Launch the...
Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app from Windows or switch 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 from the taskbar Launch Search Launch the...
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... startup in the Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled...
... startup in the Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled...
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..., Inc. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 You may differ by model and territory. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are...
..., Inc. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 You may differ by model and territory. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are...
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... 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. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 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. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to set up the administrator and user password of 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. Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Set Administrator Password. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends...
... to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to set up the administrator and user password of 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. Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Set Administrator Password. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends...
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...Interface Security menu, you would like to lock or unlock ports and devices. Aptio Setup Utility - NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Security USB Interface 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...
...Interface Security menu, you would like to lock or unlock ports and devices. Aptio Setup Utility - NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Security USB Interface 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...
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... screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . 3. Aptio Setup Utility - Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to your hard disk drive. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. Re-type to set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults...
... screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . 3. Aptio Setup Utility - Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to your hard disk drive. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. Re-type to set , then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults...
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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. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download...
.... 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. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download...
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... external devices and ensure you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. Backup data - Internet connection information 104 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you maximize the use your Notebook...
... external devices and ensure you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. Backup data - Internet connection information 104 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you maximize the use your Notebook...
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... to enable your touchpad. 6. You can 't I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 106 Notebook PC E-Manual When I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is attached correctly. My battery charge indicator does not light up...
... to enable your touchpad. 6. You can 't I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 106 Notebook PC E-Manual When I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is attached correctly. My battery charge indicator does not light up...