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... disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom View...19 Right View...21 Left View...24 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Charge your Notebook PC 28 Lift to open the display panel 30 Press the power button 30 Using the touchpad 31 Using the keyboard...38 HotKeys...38 Function keys...39 Windows® 10 keys...39 Using the numeric keypad 40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom View...19 Right View...21 Left View...24 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Charge your Notebook PC 28 Lift to open the display panel 30 Press the power button 30 Using the touchpad 31 Using the keyboard...38 HotKeys...38 Function keys...39 Windows® 10 keys...39 Using the numeric keypad 40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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......50 Action Center...52 My ASUS Splendid...53 Other keyboard shortcuts 56 Connecting to wireless networks 58 Wi-Fi...58 Bluetooth...59 Airplane mode...60 Turning your Notebook PC off 61 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 62 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...65 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
......50 Action Center...52 My ASUS Splendid...53 Other keyboard shortcuts 56 Connecting to wireless networks 58 Wi-Fi...58 Bluetooth...59 Airplane mode...60 Turning your Notebook PC off 61 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 62 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...65 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing...
... the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing...
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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. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. 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. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm...
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... model or territory. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. NOTE: For more details, refer to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. It also enables you to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Keyboard The keyboard...
... model or territory. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. NOTE: For more details, refer to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. It also enables you to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Keyboard The keyboard...
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... following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (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 your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning...
... following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (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 your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning...
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Using the keyboard HotKeys The HotKeys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Enables or disables the touchpad Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
Using the keyboard HotKeys The HotKeys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Enables or disables the touchpad Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Activates the Lock screen Turns the camera on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down in combination with the top row keys. When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Activates screen capture tool Launches My ASUS Function keys Press to enable or disable the function keys feature.
Activates the Lock screen Turns the camera on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down in combination with the top row keys. When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Activates screen capture tool Launches My ASUS Function keys Press to enable or disable the function keys feature.
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... Notebook PC • Log off 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 settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen...
... Notebook PC • Log off 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 settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen...
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... pair your chosen device. Notebook PC E-Manual 59 Launch Settings from the list. Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. Pairing with other Bluetoothenabled devices. Select a device from the Start menu. 2. Airplane mode disables this feature. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices. 3. Select Devices, then select Bluetooth to key in the passcode of your devices by using the following steps...
... pair your chosen device. Notebook PC E-Manual 59 Launch Settings from the list. Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. Pairing with other Bluetoothenabled devices. Select a device from the Start menu. 2. Airplane mode disables this feature. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices. 3. Select Devices, then select Bluetooth to key in the passcode of your devices by using the following steps...
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... a trained service personnel. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to most conditions of your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component...
... a trained service personnel. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Using POST to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to most conditions of your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component...
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...; Backup all your data files before resetting your system. Using this option. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to avoid data loss. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to help improve performance. Windows® 10 allows you to its default settings and delete other installed apps...
...; Backup all your data files before resetting your system. Using this option. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to avoid data loss. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to help improve performance. Windows® 10 allows you to its default settings and delete other installed apps...
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Using a USB drive, network connection or Windows recovery DVD to perform other advanced recovery options on your Notebook PC such as: - Performing a recovery option Refer to the following steps if you to startup your Notebook PC. 1. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 This option allows you . • Advanced startup - Use this option if this option allows you want to enable any of these advanced recovery options: System Restore, System Image Recovery, Startup Repair, Command Prompt, UEFI Firmware Settings, and Startup Settings. Using Troubleshoot to access and use any of the...
Using a USB drive, network connection or Windows recovery DVD to perform other advanced recovery options on your Notebook PC such as: - Performing a recovery option Refer to the following steps if you to startup your Notebook PC. 1. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 This option allows you . • Advanced startup - Use this option if this option allows you want to enable any of these advanced recovery options: System Restore, System Image Recovery, Startup Repair, Command Prompt, UEFI Firmware Settings, and Startup Settings. Using Troubleshoot to access and use any of the...
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... security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC...
... security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC...
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..., consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. How can I do? What should I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? The color and brightness of your display panel may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I fix this? You may...
..., consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. How can I do? What should I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? The color and brightness of your display panel may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I fix this? You may...
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... Notebook PC E-Manual Why is my touchpad not working ? You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . 4. Press to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. When I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What should I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact your local ASUS service...
... Notebook PC E-Manual Why is my touchpad not working ? You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . 4. Press to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. When I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What should I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact your local ASUS service...
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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. When I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. How can I do to restart."? What should I do when my screen displays this ? My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Delete the applications you...
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. When I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. How can I do to restart."? What should I do when my screen displays this ? My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Delete the applications you...
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..., shipping and resetting costs will require factory resetting which it can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to protect against unlawful content duplication. IMPORTANT! You can only play DVD movies for the last region setting. Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. Changing the region code after that any...
..., shipping and resetting costs will require factory resetting which it can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to protect against unlawful content duplication. IMPORTANT! You can only play DVD movies for the last region setting. Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. Changing the region code after that any...
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... U.S. The monitor is automatically set to sleep within 30 minutes of user inactivity. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to sleep within 10 minutes of key environmental information for detail information on the keyboard, or press the power button. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. EPEAT...
... U.S. The monitor is automatically set to sleep within 30 minutes of user inactivity. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to sleep within 10 minutes of key environmental information for detail information on the keyboard, or press the power button. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. EPEAT...