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... How to Use User Scenario with Keyboard FN keys 22 General Settings...23 Game Highlights...24 Interface Overview...25 MSI Companion...26 Control tab...26 Display tab...27 Mystic Light ...28 Function Overview...28 Customizing personal LED Light Effect 29 Ambient Link...30 Network Requirements 30 Philips Hue Setup (optional 30 Nanoleaf Setup (optional 30 3 Content Copyright and Trademarks Notice 5 Revision History 5 Introduction...6 Login and Register 6 Create an...
... How to Use User Scenario with Keyboard FN keys 22 General Settings...23 Game Highlights...24 Interface Overview...25 MSI Companion...26 Control tab...26 Display tab...27 Mystic Light ...28 Function Overview...28 Customizing personal LED Light Effect 29 Ambient Link...30 Network Requirements 30 Philips Hue Setup (optional 30 Nanoleaf Setup (optional 30 3 Content Copyright and Trademarks Notice 5 Revision History 5 Introduction...6 Login and Register 6 Create an...
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... use iOS Screen Mirroring 47 System Diagnosis...48 Battery Master...48 Battery Calibration...49 System Diagnosis...52 Performance Analysis...54 Hardware Diagnosis...56 Gaming Gear...59 Hardware Monitoring 60 Support...61 Live Update...61 Live Update...61 Microsoft APP...62 System Info...63 Service...65 Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base 65 MSI Recovery...66 Go to WinPE to Use MSI Recovery 66 Create a MSI Rescue USB disk 67 Create a Customize Image Backup 70 Recovering...
... use iOS Screen Mirroring 47 System Diagnosis...48 Battery Master...48 Battery Calibration...49 System Diagnosis...52 Performance Analysis...54 Hardware Diagnosis...56 Gaming Gear...59 Hardware Monitoring 60 Support...61 Live Update...61 Live Update...61 Microsoft APP...62 System Info...63 Service...65 Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base 65 MSI Recovery...66 Go to WinPE to Use MSI Recovery 66 Create a MSI Rescue USB disk 67 Create a Customize Image Backup 70 Recovering...
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Move the mouse cursor to meet your personal needs. 10 In Feature Sets page, feel free to select, install or uninstall any MSI features listed to the [Feature Sets] icon at the upper right corner and click on it. 2. Simply install or update your own style and features. Experience the convenience that MSI Center brings to choose your favorite features in Feature Sets page. Choose Your Features Within the latest MSI Center, you are able to you! 1. Feature Sets --
Move the mouse cursor to meet your personal needs. 10 In Feature Sets page, feel free to select, install or uninstall any MSI features listed to the [Feature Sets] icon at the upper right corner and click on it. 2. Simply install or update your own style and features. Experience the convenience that MSI Center brings to choose your favorite features in Feature Sets page. Choose Your Features Within the latest MSI Center, you are able to you! 1. Feature Sets --
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... and audio lighting setting and brings you a superior gaming experience. Gaming Mode MSI Gaming Mode provides auto-tuning function for the game you are installed would be detected by MSI Center and be shown in Gaming Mode page. For each game, only the supported functions will be shown within the Gaming Mode options dialog box. 12 System Performance: Switch to Extreme Performance mode, free up memory and...
... and audio lighting setting and brings you a superior gaming experience. Gaming Mode MSI Gaming Mode provides auto-tuning function for the game you are installed would be detected by MSI Center and be shown in Gaming Mode page. For each game, only the supported functions will be shown within the Gaming Mode options dialog box. 12 System Performance: Switch to Extreme Performance mode, free up memory and...
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... icon and hold the mouse button. Follow the on the icon and hold the mouse button. Before using Smart Priority, make sure that the function SWITCH is selected, the system resources will be selected into the Priority List. 6. Left click on AI calculation. 4. If [Real-Time] mode is selected, users are not activated at one time. If [User Priority] mode is selected, the system...
... icon and hold the mouse button. Follow the on the icon and hold the mouse button. Before using Smart Priority, make sure that the function SWITCH is selected, the system resources will be selected into the Priority List. 6. Left click on AI calculation. 4. If [Real-Time] mode is selected, users are not activated at one time. If [User Priority] mode is selected, the system...
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... needs. 3. How to setup the Fan Speed by selecting [Advanced], and adjust the Fan Speed. 4. User Scenario 5 custom-made User Scenarios are allowed to Use User Scenario 1. For certain CPU/GPU, you can overclock in accordance with users' needs to your own settings. 20 Select a proper graphics mode according to increase the work efficiency. Follow the on-screen instructions to MSI Center [Features > User Scenario]. 2. Go to make your needs...
... needs. 3. How to setup the Fan Speed by selecting [Advanced], and adjust the Fan Speed. 4. User Scenario 5 custom-made User Scenarios are allowed to Use User Scenario 1. For certain CPU/GPU, you can overclock in accordance with users' needs to your own settings. 20 Select a proper graphics mode according to increase the work efficiency. Follow the on-screen instructions to MSI Center [Features > User Scenario]. 2. Go to make your needs...
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WebCam: Enable or disable WebCam function 4. Functions listed here may differ from model to prolong battery life. 7. USB Power Share: Enable or disable USB Power Share function. 8. GPU Switch: Select MSHybrid Graphics Mode or Discrete Graphics Mode or Intergrated Graphics Mode. 5. Display Power Saver: To lower the panel refresh rate when the power the in this page. Hibernate/ Sleep: Switch to MSI Center [Features > General Settings] and you can enable/disable some general settings in unplugged to model. 1. Windows Key: Enable or disable Windows Key on the keyboard. 3. Display ...
WebCam: Enable or disable WebCam function 4. Functions listed here may differ from model to prolong battery life. 7. USB Power Share: Enable or disable USB Power Share function. 8. GPU Switch: Select MSHybrid Graphics Mode or Discrete Graphics Mode or Intergrated Graphics Mode. 5. Display Power Saver: To lower the panel refresh rate when the power the in this page. Hibernate/ Sleep: Switch to MSI Center [Features > General Settings] and you can enable/disable some general settings in unplugged to model. 1. Windows Key: Enable or disable Windows Key on the keyboard. 3. Display ...
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... Light Setting: Click to enter Mystic Light setting page to do the setup. Mystic Light allows users to Profile 1~3. Select one and setup the LED light effects, colors, speed, and brightness level here. LED Effect selections: Select one by clicking on the Profile buttons. 2. Mystic Light *Optionally supported for each Light Effect mode may vary from devices. 4. Profile: Setup your own keyboard LED light effects to control keyboard LED light effects easier and quicker. Go to MSI...
... Light Setting: Click to enter Mystic Light setting page to do the setup. Mystic Light allows users to Profile 1~3. Select one and setup the LED light effects, colors, speed, and brightness level here. LED Effect selections: Select one by clicking on the Profile buttons. 2. Mystic Light *Optionally supported for each Light Effect mode may vary from devices. 4. Profile: Setup your own keyboard LED light effects to control keyboard LED light effects easier and quicker. Go to MSI...
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... happening in setting up . 2. Make sure your Hue bridge and it to complete the link setup. Ambient Link *Optionally supported for any of the Wi-Fi modes a/b/g/n. You can be disabled once the Light Panels are turned on [Ambient Link] and follow the instructions below to the router LAN port. 3. Nanoleaf Setup (optional) 1. Android requirements: • Android OS 5.0 or higher • Location services are connected in...
... happening in setting up . 2. Make sure your Hue bridge and it to complete the link setup. Ambient Link *Optionally supported for any of the Wi-Fi modes a/b/g/n. You can be disabled once the Light Panels are turned on [Ambient Link] and follow the instructions below to the router LAN port. 3. Nanoleaf Setup (optional) 1. Android requirements: • Android OS 5.0 or higher • Location services are connected in...
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... two buttons, the LED stays on, and the controller remains on , and the controller starts flashing. 3. By doing so, only the Wifi connection and all pairing information for about 10 seconds until the LED turns on and steady. 4. After a 1 minute boot up sequence, the Panels will lead users to do a soft reset. How to reset the Light Panels The Light Panels can be connected to a new network or reset back to the factory settings. Plug...
... two buttons, the LED stays on, and the controller remains on , and the controller starts flashing. 3. By doing so, only the Wifi connection and all pairing information for about 10 seconds until the LED turns on and steady. 4. After a 1 minute boot up sequence, the Panels will lead users to do a soft reset. How to reset the Light Panels The Light Panels can be connected to a new network or reset back to the factory settings. Plug...
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Go to install necessary drivers, if needed. 4. You are connected to your notebook. 2. Gaming Gear This page will only be available when MSI gaming gear or supported third-party devices are allowed to setup specific options to the devices connected. 1. Follow the on the device button to your notebook. Move the mouse cursor to the detected devices shown on this page, and click on -screen instructions to MSI Center [Features > Gaming Gear] 3. Connect MSI gaming gear to enter its setting page. 59
Go to install necessary drivers, if needed. 4. You are connected to your notebook. 2. Gaming Gear This page will only be available when MSI gaming gear or supported third-party devices are allowed to setup specific options to the devices connected. 1. Follow the on the device button to your notebook. Move the mouse cursor to the detected devices shown on this page, and click on -screen instructions to MSI Center [Features > Gaming Gear] 3. Connect MSI gaming gear to enter its setting page. 59
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Users can find a list of frequently asked questions and answers, giving them possible instructions to solve basic situations. Service Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base In Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base page, user can search for related information by searching for the keywords in the search toolbar. Go to get more information at MSI official website. 65 Move the mose cursor to click on [More] to MSI Center [Support > Service].
Users can find a list of frequently asked questions and answers, giving them possible instructions to solve basic situations. Service Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base In Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base page, user can search for related information by searching for the keywords in the search toolbar. Go to get more information at MSI official website. 65 Move the mose cursor to click on [More] to MSI Center [Support > Service].
User Manual
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... 3-17 How to Use the Touchpad 3-19 About HDD and SSD 3-20 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-20 How to Connect the Internet in Windows OS 3-21 Wireless LAN...3-21 Wired LAN...3-23 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows OS 3-28 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-28 How to Connect External Devices 3-31 How to Use USB Power Share Function (optional 3-32 Video: How to Use RAID Function (optional 3-33 Video: How to Use F3 Recovery on MSI notebook preloaded system (optional)........3-34 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install 3-35 1-4
... 3-17 How to Use the Touchpad 3-19 About HDD and SSD 3-20 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-20 How to Connect the Internet in Windows OS 3-21 Wireless LAN...3-21 Wired LAN...3-23 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows OS 3-28 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-28 How to Connect External Devices 3-31 How to Use USB Power Share Function (optional 3-32 Video: How to Use RAID Function (optional 3-33 Video: How to Use F3 Recovery on MSI notebook preloaded system (optional)........3-34 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install 3-35 1-4
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..., such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., preinstalled in the product may be upgradable or replaceable by user's request depending on the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. ENERGY STAR® Statement ENERGY STAR® qualified products and practices help reduce electricity usage and its environmental impact by power managing or turning off your product...
..., such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., preinstalled in the product may be upgradable or replaceable by user's request depending on the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. ENERGY STAR® Statement ENERGY STAR® qualified products and practices help reduce electricity usage and its environmental impact by power managing or turning off your product...
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Bluetooth Open Windows Bluetooth setting page. LED off: Quick FN Launch keys enabled. The Mute LED indicator, located on the F1 keycap, glows when the sound is muted. • F2: Decrease the built-in speaker's volume. • F3: Increase the built-in MSI Center. 2-14 Microphone Off • Press to enable or disable the touchpad function. Each function key, located on F1 to F12, has a built-in speakers. LED on: Standard FN combination Keys enabled. Touchpad Press to...
Bluetooth Open Windows Bluetooth setting page. LED off: Quick FN Launch keys enabled. The Mute LED indicator, located on the F1 keycap, glows when the sound is muted. • F2: Decrease the built-in speaker's volume. • F3: Increase the built-in MSI Center. 2-14 Microphone Off • Press to enable or disable the touchpad function. Each function key, located on F1 to F12, has a built-in speakers. LED on: Standard FN combination Keys enabled. Touchpad Press to...
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...; Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. ▶ Go to Windows icon, and select Sleep to turn into power saving mode. ▶ Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize the computer's power management. ▶ Always disconnect the AC power cord or uninstall the battery pack or switch off the display after 5 minutes ▶ Initiate Sleep after 10 minutes The notebook exits Sleep when the power/Sleep button is enabled...
...; Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. ▶ Go to Windows icon, and select Sleep to turn into power saving mode. ▶ Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize the computer's power management. ▶ Always disconnect the AC power cord or uninstall the battery pack or switch off the display after 5 minutes ▶ Initiate Sleep after 10 minutes The notebook exits Sleep when the power/Sleep button is enabled...
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... Windows 11 operating system installed. Within [Power Options] window, the Power Plan of Windows operating system installed. Change settings for existing plans or create your own plan. Make advanced changes here to the selected power plan to meet most people's needs. Go to [Start] and then move the mouse cursor to [Type here to continue. 3. To restore the selected power plan back to its default settings, click on the [Change plan settings] to finish the configurations. 3-7 Keyin [control panel...
... Windows 11 operating system installed. Within [Power Options] window, the Power Plan of Windows operating system installed. Change settings for existing plans or create your own plan. Make advanced changes here to the selected power plan to meet most people's needs. Go to [Start] and then move the mouse cursor to [Type here to continue. 3. To restore the selected power plan back to its default settings, click on the [Change plan settings] to finish the configurations. 3-7 Keyin [control panel...
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... access to your Windows Hello Logins - Follow the instructions below to setup your Windows operating system using fingerprint or facial recognition. Create an Account's Password Before setting up , you'll be vary depending on -screen instructions to create a new password for reference only, they may be able to sign in options], click [Password]. 3. How to Set Up Windows Hello (optional) Windows Hello is required to [Start > Settings] and locate [Accounts]. 2. Go to setup the account's password...
... access to your Windows Hello Logins - Follow the instructions below to setup your Windows operating system using fingerprint or facial recognition. Create an Account's Password Before setting up , you'll be vary depending on -screen instructions to create a new password for reference only, they may be able to sign in options], click [Password]. 3. How to Set Up Windows Hello (optional) Windows Hello is required to [Start > Settings] and locate [Accounts]. 2. Go to setup the account's password...
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Users are for various USB devices, such as AC/ DC mode is enabled, it is a must to connect AC power to enable using this function. 2. USB Power Share function will only be optionally supported USB Power Share function via Type-A USB ports, providing portable charging power output for reference only. 3-32 USB Power Share function supports selected models only, and the figures shown here are also allowed to the notebook before using this function under default settings; therefore, it may be available in hibernation...
Users are for various USB devices, such as AC/ DC mode is enabled, it is a must to connect AC power to enable using this function. 2. USB Power Share function will only be optionally supported USB Power Share function via Type-A USB ports, providing portable charging power output for reference only. 3-32 USB Power Share function supports selected models only, and the figures shown here are also allowed to the notebook before using this function under default settings; therefore, it may be available in hibernation...
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MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to Use MSI One Touch Install * For selected models with single click. Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37NWEaA9H5E&t=4s YouTube 3-35 Video: How to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with Windows 11 operating system installed.
MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to Use MSI One Touch Install * For selected models with single click. Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37NWEaA9H5E&t=4s YouTube 3-35 Video: How to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with Windows 11 operating system installed.