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......11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...18 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 29 Using touch screen panel gestures 29 Using the touchpad...32 Using the keyboard...39 Function keys...39 Windows® 10 keys...40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
......11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...18 Right Side...20 Left Side...21 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 29 Using touch screen panel gestures 29 Using the touchpad...32 Using the keyboard...39 Function keys...39 Windows® 10 keys...40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Snap hotspots...50 Action Center...52 Other keyboard shortcuts 53 Connecting to wireless networks 55 Wi-Fi...55 Bluetooth...56 Airplane mode...57 Turning your Notebook PC off 58 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 62 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 62 BIOS...62 Accessing BIOS...62 BIOS Settings...63 Recovering your system 70 Performing a recovery option 71 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Snap hotspots...50 Action Center...52 Other keyboard shortcuts 53 Connecting to wireless networks 55 Wi-Fi...55 Bluetooth...56 Airplane mode...57 Turning your Notebook PC off 58 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 59 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 62 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 62 BIOS...62 Accessing BIOS...62 BIOS Settings...63 Recovering your system 70 Performing a recovery option 71 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about 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 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook...
... of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. About this manual This manual provides information about 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 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook...
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... use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on selected models). = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen panel (on your Notebook PC's data and components. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu...
... use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on selected models). = Use the touchpad. = Use the keyboard. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that must be followed to your Notebook PC. = Use the touch screen panel (on your Notebook PC's data and components. Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! Typography Bold = This indicates a menu...
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... or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth...
... or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth...
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...and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Keyboard The keyboard provides...
...and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is enabled. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Keyboard The keyboard provides...
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... 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's battery. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to the power adapter before turning...
... 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's battery. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to the power adapter before turning...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 39 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. 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 NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Notebook PC E-Manual 39 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. 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 NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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... your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can 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 from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC • Log off your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings.
... your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can 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 from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC • Log off your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings.
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Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 10. Launches Start menu \ Launches Action Center Launches the desktop Launches the File Explorer Opens the Share panel Launches Settings Launches Connect panel Activates the Lock screen Minimizes all currently active windows Notebook PC E-Manual 53
Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 10. Launches Start menu \ Launches Action Center Launches the desktop Launches the File Explorer Opens the Share panel Launches Settings Launches Connect panel Activates the Lock screen Minimizes all currently active windows Notebook PC E-Manual 53
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... part of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that controls the POST is a series of a trained service personnel. The software that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to the following information for system startup in...
... part of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. We strongly recommend that controls the POST is a series of a trained service personnel. The software that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to the following information for system startup in...
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... now under Advanced startup. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. When you...
... now under Advanced startup. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. When you...
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It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. 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, and USB interface. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Notebook PC E-Manual 65
It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. 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, and USB interface. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Notebook PC E-Manual 65
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Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual
Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... restore your Notebook PC to its settings to help improve performance. Windows® 10 allows you refresh your data before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - You must backup your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords...
... restore your Notebook PC to its settings to help improve performance. Windows® 10 allows you refresh your data before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - You must backup your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords...
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Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure...
Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure...
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... can I fix this? Notebook PC E-Manual 75 If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC. The color and brightness of your display panel may also vary per model. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. •...
... can I fix this? Notebook PC E-Manual 75 If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC. The color and brightness of your display panel may also vary per model. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. •...
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... your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn...
... your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn...
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...: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this? My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. What should I turn on my screen. How can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Contact your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 2. Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up...
...: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this? My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. What should I turn on my screen. How can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Contact your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 2. Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up...