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... Notebook PC 12 Top View...12 Bottom...15 Right Side...17 Left Side...19 Front Side...21 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 27 Using touch screen panel gestures 27 Using the touchpad...30 Using the keyboard...34 Function keys...34 Windows® 10 keys...35 Rotating the display panel 36 Notebook PC E-Manual...
... Notebook PC 12 Top View...12 Bottom...15 Right Side...17 Left Side...19 Front Side...21 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 27 Using touch screen panel gestures 27 Using the touchpad...30 Using the keyboard...34 Function keys...34 Windows® 10 keys...35 Rotating the display panel 36 Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... keyboard shortcuts 49 Connecting to wireless networks 51 Wi-Fi...51 Bluetooth ...52 Airplane mode...53 Turning your Notebook PC off 54 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 55 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 58 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 58 BIOS...58 Accessing BIOS...58 BIOS Settings...59 Recovering your system 69 Performing a recovery option 70 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 74 Hardware...
... keyboard shortcuts 49 Connecting to wireless networks 51 Wi-Fi...51 Bluetooth ...52 Airplane mode...53 Turning your Notebook PC off 54 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 55 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 58 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 58 BIOS...58 Accessing BIOS...58 BIOS Settings...59 Recovering your system 69 Performing a recovery option 70 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 74 Hardware...
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... 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of your Notebook PC...
... 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of your Notebook PC...
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... environments. Notebook PC E-Manual 9 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 your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. 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. Remove any extra...
... environments. Notebook PC E-Manual 9 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 your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. 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. Remove any extra...
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NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to use of a regular mouse. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory.
NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to use of a regular mouse. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory.
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... short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC from the power socket. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 WARNING! IMPORTANT! • Locate the input...
... short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC from the power socket. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 WARNING! IMPORTANT! • Locate the input...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel 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 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 35
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up 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 35
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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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... part of your Notebook PC. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to most conditions of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed for more details. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of the Notebook PC's architecture. The software that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Do not change...
... part of your Notebook PC. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to most conditions of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed for more details. Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of the Notebook PC's architecture. The software that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Do not change...
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..., select Boot Option #1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, 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 59 You may differ by model and territory. Aptio Setup Utility...
..., select Boot Option #1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, 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 59 You may differ by model and territory. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... 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. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 60 Notebook PC E-Manual Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Press and select a device...
... 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. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 60 Notebook PC E-Manual Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Press and select a device...
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... INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Set Administrator Password. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set, then this before entering BIOS. In Setup, the User will be prompted to input this only limits access to 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. Notebook PC E-Manual...
... INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Set Administrator Password. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set, then this before entering BIOS. In Setup, the User will be prompted to input this only limits access to 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. Notebook PC E-Manual...
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Aptio Setup Utility - 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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock then select Lock. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface...
Aptio Setup Utility - 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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock then select Lock. USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface...
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.... To set ,then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set , then this only limits access to your hard disk drive. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Type in a password then press . 3. 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...
.... To set ,then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set , then this only limits access to your hard disk drive. Set HDD Master Password. ***Advisable to confirm the password then press . 4. Type in a password then press . 3. 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...
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Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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 your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press...
Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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 your flash disk drive to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press...
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... are not going to use of time (at extremely high temperatures. Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key for a long period of your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password -
... are not going to use of time (at extremely high temperatures. Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key for a long period of your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password -
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... function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the appearance of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Hardware FAQs 1. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. The brightness and color tone of your display panel. 3. How can I fix this? A black...
... function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the appearance of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Hardware FAQs 1. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. The brightness and color tone of your display panel. 3. How can I fix this? A black...
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... E-Manual Press to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. What should I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? 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...
... E-Manual Press to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. What should I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? 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...
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... following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on your Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual...
... following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on your Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual...