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... wireless networks 57 Wi-Fi...57 Bluetooth ...58 Airplane mode...59 Connecting to wired networks 60 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 60 Configuring a static IP network connection 61 Turning your Notebook PC off 62 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 63 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 66 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 66 BIOS...66 Accessing BIOS...66 BIOS Settings...67 Recovering your system 77 Performing a recovery option 78 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... wireless networks 57 Wi-Fi...57 Bluetooth ...58 Airplane mode...59 Connecting to wired networks 60 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 60 Configuring a static IP network connection 61 Turning your Notebook PC off 62 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 63 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 66 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 66 BIOS...66 Accessing BIOS...66 BIOS Settings...67 Recovering your system 77 Performing a recovery option 78 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a RAM module 82 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 88 Hardware FAQs...89 Software FAQs...92 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 96 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 98 Internal Modem Compliancy 98 Overview...99 Network Compatibility Declaration 99 Non-Voice Equipment...99 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 101 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 102 Declaration of...
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing a RAM module 82 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 88 Hardware FAQs...89 Software FAQs...92 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 96 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 98 Internal Modem Compliancy 98 Overview...99 Network Compatibility Declaration 99 Non-Voice Equipment...99 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 101 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 102 Declaration of...
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you can refer to for your Notebook PC. 8 Notebook PC E-Manual Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC.
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you can refer to for your Notebook PC. 8 Notebook PC E-Manual Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC.
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... near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution...
... near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution...
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Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. 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. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory...
Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. 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. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory...
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... the Using the optical drive section in memory card reader supports SD card formats. You can also use this manual. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. Optical drive (on selected models) Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and...
... the Using the optical drive section in memory card reader supports SD card formats. You can also use this manual. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. Optical drive (on selected models) Your Notebook PC's optical drive may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and...
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... your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is found. • The battery and its main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC is connected to short-circuit your power adapter. Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning...
... your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is found. • The battery and its main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC is connected to short-circuit your power adapter. Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery. • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 35 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. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Notebook PC E-Manual 35 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. 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 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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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...) is installed as a permanent part of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of the Notebook PC's architecture. You may result to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for system startup in...
...) is installed as a permanent part of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of the Notebook PC's architecture. You may result to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for system startup in...
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...- On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. 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...
...- On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. 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...
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...Boot Option #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 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
...Boot Option #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 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... entering Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. It also allows you to control the 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. If ONLY the user's password is set...
... entering Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. It also allows you to control the 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. If ONLY the user's password is set...
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... that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. 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. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Copyright...
... that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. 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. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Copyright...
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.... 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. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 Aptio Setup Utility...
.... 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. Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 Aptio Setup Utility...
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... model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. 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...
... model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. 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...
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Backup data - Internet connection information 88 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • 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 your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you are not going to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key for your operating systems and...
Backup data - Internet connection information 88 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • 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 your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you are not going to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key for your operating systems and...
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... working ? 4. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your touchpad. 6. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to turn...
... working ? 4. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your touchpad. 6. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to turn...
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... the problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. Press any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your local ASUS service center for at least four (4) seconds. What can try doing any key to fix this? Software FAQs 1. When I do to restart."? What should I turn on my screen. You can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. My Notebook PC boots...
... the problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. Press any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your local ASUS service center for at least four (4) seconds. What can try doing any key to fix this? Software FAQs 1. When I do to restart."? What should I turn on my screen. You can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. My Notebook PC boots...