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... Connecting to wireless networks 55 Wi-Fi...55 Bluetooth ...56 Airplane mode...57 Connecting to wired networks 58 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 58 Configuring a static IP network connection 59 Turning your Notebook PC off 60 Putting your Notebook PC 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...64 BIOS Settings...65 Recovering your system 75 Performing a recovery option 76 4 Notebook...
... Connecting to wireless networks 55 Wi-Fi...55 Bluetooth ...56 Airplane mode...57 Connecting to wired networks 58 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 58 Configuring a static IP network connection 59 Turning your Notebook PC off 60 Putting your Notebook PC 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...64 BIOS Settings...65 Recovering your system 75 Performing a recovery option 76 4 Notebook...
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Removing the compartment cover 80 Installing the Hard Disk Drive 82 Installing an M.2 card 87 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 90 Hardware FAQs...91 Software FAQs...94 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy 98 Overview...98 Network Compatibility Declaration 99 Non-Voice Equipment 99 Federal Communications...233;claration d'Industrie Canada relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio .... 105 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 106 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 106 UL Safety Notices...108 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Removing the compartment cover 80 Installing the Hard Disk Drive 82 Installing an M.2 card 87 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 90 Hardware FAQs...91 Software FAQs...94 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy 98 Overview...98 Network Compatibility Declaration 99 Non-Voice Equipment 99 Federal Communications...233;claration d'Industrie Canada relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio .... 105 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 106 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 106 UL Safety Notices...108 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm...
Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm...
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... also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for better voice recognition and audio recording. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Display panel This high-definition display panel...
... also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for better voice recognition and audio recording. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Display panel This high-definition display panel...
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...'s keyboard. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. NOTE: For more details, refer to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC to the Using the touchpad section in your Notebook PC is activated. You can also use of a regular mouse. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity...
...'s keyboard. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. NOTE: For more details, refer to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC to the Using the touchpad section in your Notebook PC is activated. You can also use of a regular mouse. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity...
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Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC section in your Notebook PC for the removable SSD (M.2 2280 slot) and HDD (Hard Disk Drives). WARNING! Compartment cover This cover protects the reserved spaces in this manual. • The M.2 2280 slot supports both PCIe (NVMe) SSD and SATA SSD. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: • For more details, refer to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur.
Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC section in your Notebook PC for the removable SSD (M.2 2280 slot) and HDD (Hard Disk Drives). WARNING! Compartment cover This cover protects the reserved spaces in this manual. • The M.2 2280 slot supports both PCIe (NVMe) SSD and SATA SSD. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: • For more details, refer to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur.
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.../Microphone jack This port allows you to USB 2.0. Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats. You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. USB 3.0 port The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to secure your headset or an external microphone. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect...
.../Microphone jack This port allows you to USB 2.0. Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats. You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. USB 3.0 port The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to secure your headset or an external microphone. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to connect...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 27 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 fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do...
Notebook PC E-Manual 27 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 fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do...
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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 or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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 or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. 36 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 Launches the ASUS Touchpad Handwriting* * On selected models Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu Notebook PC E-Manual 37
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Launches the ASUS Touchpad Handwriting* * On selected models Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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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 your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and...
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 your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and...
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... hardware settings that are needed for more details. WARNING! We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook...
... hardware settings that are needed for more details. WARNING! We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook...
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.... BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Notebook PC E-Manual 65...
.... BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Notebook PC E-Manual 65...
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... control the access to your Notebook PC. Aptio Setup Utility - The password length must be prompted to boot or enter Setup. Security This menu allows 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 User Enabled [Enabled] Key Management Set Administrator Password. In Setup, the User will be entered to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password...
... control the access to your Notebook PC. Aptio Setup Utility - The password length must be prompted to boot or enter Setup. Security This menu allows 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 User Enabled [Enabled] Key Management Set Administrator Password. In Setup, the User will be entered to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password...
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...To lock the USB interface: 1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock UnLock USB interface → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Aptio Setup Utility - USB Interface...
...To lock the USB interface: 1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock UnLock USB interface → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Aptio Setup Utility - USB Interface...
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...your hard disk drive. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED I/O Interface Security Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or...
...your hard disk drive. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT INSTALLED I/O Interface Security Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or...
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... Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Wake on Lid Open Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive...
... Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Wake on Lid Open Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive...
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... the use your Notebook PC for your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 90 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows®...
... the use your Notebook PC for your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 90 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows®...
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.... Contact your local ASUS service center for a minute, then reconnect them again to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. 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 connected to your touchpad. 6. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for assistance. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual You can...
.... Contact your local ASUS service center for a minute, then reconnect them again to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. 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 connected to your touchpad. 6. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for assistance. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual You can...
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... restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. What should I turn on my screen. You can I do when my screen displays this ? You can I fix this? Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Press any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. When I do...
... restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. What should I turn on my screen. You can I do when my screen displays this ? You can I fix this? Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Press any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. When I do...