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......1-7 Upgrade and Warranty 1-8 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-8 Safety Instructions...1-9 MSI Highlights ...1-12 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-5 Right Side View...2-6 Left Side View...2-7 Rear Side View...2-9 Bottom Side View 2-10 How to Use the Keyboard 2-12 Windows Key...2-12 Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys 2-13 Use Quick Fn Launch Keys 2-13 Adjust the Sound Level of the Speaker 2-15 Adjust the Brightness Level of the Display...
......1-7 Upgrade and Warranty 1-8 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-8 Safety Instructions...1-9 MSI Highlights ...1-12 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-5 Right Side View...2-6 Left Side View...2-7 Rear Side View...2-9 Bottom Side View 2-10 How to Use the Keyboard 2-12 Windows Key...2-12 Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys 2-13 Use Quick Fn Launch Keys 2-13 Adjust the Sound Level of the Speaker 2-15 Adjust the Brightness Level of the Display...
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... Customize a Power Plan 3-6 Create Your Own Power Plan 3-8 How to Use the Touchpad 3-10 About HDD and SSD 3-11 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-11 How to Connect the Internet 3-12 Wireless LAN...3-12 Wired LAN...3-14 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection 3-19 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-19 How to Connect External Devices 3-22 Video: How to Use RAID Function 3-23 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS 3-24 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks 3-25 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install 3-26 1-3
... Customize a Power Plan 3-6 Create Your Own Power Plan 3-8 How to Use the Touchpad 3-10 About HDD and SSD 3-11 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-11 How to Connect the Internet 3-12 Wireless LAN...3-12 Wired LAN...3-14 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection 3-19 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-19 How to Connect External Devices 3-22 Video: How to Use RAID Function 3-23 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS 3-24 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks 3-25 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install 3-26 1-3
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...user's request depending on the models users purchased. It is recommended that you contact the authorized dealer or service center for the detailed information about the acquisition of the product if users do not understand the component location or how to assembly/disassembly, since it may be upgradable or replaceable...component of spare parts. 1-8 Please contact the manufacturer via http:// www.msi.com/support/ for product service information. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., ...
...user's request depending on the models users purchased. It is recommended that you contact the authorized dealer or service center for the detailed information about the acquisition of the product if users do not understand the component location or how to assembly/disassembly, since it may be upgradable or replaceable...component of spare parts. 1-8 Please contact the manufacturer via http:// www.msi.com/support/ for product service information. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., ...
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... on an unstable surface while using it, such as your lap, bed, pillow, or sofa, etc. • Do not cover the ventilators of the power cord. • Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before setting it up. • Do not lay the notebook on it. Safety Instructions User's Manual Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. Do not...
... on an unstable surface while using it, such as your lap, bed, pillow, or sofa, etc. • Do not cover the ventilators of the power cord. • Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before setting it up. • Do not lay the notebook on it. Safety Instructions User's Manual Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. Do not...
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... press this key to the webcam, glows when webcam function is activated; Refer to How to force a shutdown, if needed. Webcam/ Webcam LED/ Internal Microphone • This built-in optionally supported discrete GPU mode. • LED flashes when the notebook goes to the sleep state. • LED goes off . 3. Power Key/ Power LED/ GPU Mode LED Power Key • Press this key to turn the notebook power ON. • While the notebook is turned on, quick press this key to Use the Keyboard for picture taking, video recording...
... press this key to the webcam, glows when webcam function is activated; Refer to How to force a shutdown, if needed. Webcam/ Webcam LED/ Internal Microphone • This built-in optionally supported discrete GPU mode. • LED flashes when the notebook goes to the sleep state. • LED goes off . 3. Power Key/ Power LED/ GPU Mode LED Power Key • Press this key to turn the notebook power ON. • While the notebook is turned on, quick press this key to Use the Keyboard for picture taking, video recording...
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... sleek USB Type-C connector offers reversible plug orientation. 4. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Port (Type-C) • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, the SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for air circulation. 5. DO NOT block the ventilator for connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras. 2-7 If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED goes out when the battery is fully charged or...
... sleek USB Type-C connector offers reversible plug orientation. 4. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Port (Type-C) • USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, the SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for air circulation. 5. DO NOT block the ventilator for connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras. 2-7 If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED goes out when the battery is fully charged or...
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... 40Gbps data rate. 3. up to connect the AC/DC adapter and supply power for network connection. 6. Rear Side View User's Manual 1. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port (Type-C) • USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for air circulation. 2. Mini-DisplayPort The Mini-DisplayPort is used to drive displays with a suitable adapter, the Mini-DisplayPort may be used to connect a LAN cable for the notebook. 2-9 HDMI Connector HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology...
... 40Gbps data rate. 3. up to connect the AC/DC adapter and supply power for network connection. 6. Rear Side View User's Manual 1. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port (Type-C) • USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for air circulation. 2. Mini-DisplayPort The Mini-DisplayPort is used to drive displays with a suitable adapter, the Mini-DisplayPort may be used to connect a LAN cable for the notebook. 2-9 HDMI Connector HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology...
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Use the Fn keys on the keyboard which is a must to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. With the help of these keys, users will be able to activate the specific applications or tools. Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard to work more efficiently. Introductions How to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-12 To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard.
Use the Fn keys on the keyboard which is a must to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. With the help of these keys, users will be able to activate the specific applications or tools. Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard to work more efficiently. Introductions How to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-12 To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard.
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.... 2-13 Crosshair function • Enable or disable the Crosshair function, provided by True Color application. • To use with an easy single press. • Users can disable the normal Fn keys by pressing Fn and ESC keys to restore the default Fn keys, and Fn Lock LED indicator goes out. Use Quick Fn Launch Keys Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both. User's Manual Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys • This notebook is turned off under default settings.
.... 2-13 Crosshair function • Enable or disable the Crosshair function, provided by True Color application. • To use with an easy single press. • Users can disable the normal Fn keys by pressing Fn and ESC keys to restore the default Fn keys, and Fn Lock LED indicator goes out. Use Quick Fn Launch Keys Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both. User's Manual Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys • This notebook is turned off under default settings.
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... brightness level of the notebook. Cooler Boost • Use this key to maximize the fan speed to the clipboard, and then it can be pasted into an editing program. 2-14 With this application, users will be able to own several combinations of keyboard hot keys defined separately for specific occasions. • SSE function is only available on the notebook equipped with a gaming utility...
... brightness level of the notebook. Cooler Boost • Use this key to maximize the fan speed to the clipboard, and then it can be pasted into an editing program. 2-14 With this application, users will be able to own several combinations of keyboard hot keys defined separately for specific occasions. • SSE function is only available on the notebook equipped with a gaming utility...
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Adjust the Sound Level of the Speaker User's Manual Increase the built-in speaker's volume. + Decrease the built-in speaker's volume. + Mute the built-in speakers. + Adjust the Brightness Level of PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend, and Second screen only. 2-15 Users will be allowed to customize the display settings. • Connect the monitor to the notebook. • Press and hold the Windows key, and then press [P] key to + bring...
Adjust the Sound Level of the Speaker User's Manual Increase the built-in speaker's volume. + Decrease the built-in speaker's volume. + Mute the built-in speakers. + Adjust the Brightness Level of PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend, and Second screen only. 2-15 Users will be allowed to customize the display settings. • Connect the monitor to the notebook. • Press and hold the Windows key, and then press [P] key to + bring...
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... -use adapter since it is connected to an AC power source via the AC adapter before disassembly the notebook. ▶▶ Don'ts • Cover an in order to charge and care for a while or shorten the suspend timer's time period. 3-4 AC/DC Adapter Ensure that the battery may not be replaced by users. ▶▶ Safety guidelines • This notebook is equipped with a non-removable battery...
... -use adapter since it is connected to an AC power source via the AC adapter before disassembly the notebook. ▶▶ Don'ts • Cover an in order to charge and care for a while or shorten the suspend timer's time period. 3-4 AC/DC Adapter Ensure that the battery may not be replaced by users. ▶▶ Safety guidelines • This notebook is equipped with a non-removable battery...
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...; The actual charging time will be using it for a period of time. • Disable unnecessary settings or remove idle peripherals. • Connect an AC/DC adapter to the system whenever possible. ▶▶ How to charge the battery properly Please pay attention to discharge the battery before recharging the battery: • If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all...
...; The actual charging time will be using it for a period of time. • Disable unnecessary settings or remove idle peripherals. • Connect an AC/DC adapter to the system whenever possible. ▶▶ How to charge the battery properly Please pay attention to discharge the battery before recharging the battery: • If a charged battery pack is not available, save your work and close all...
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... customize a power plan. 6. To restore the selected power plan back to its default settings, click on [Change advanced power settings] to bring out Edit Plan Settings to meet most people's needs. Balanced and Power saver - Follow on the [Change plan settings] to finish the configurations. 3-6 Find [Windows] icon in Edit Plan Settings. 7. Click on -screen instructions to bring out Power Options. Change settings for existing plans or create your computer uses and conserves power. Find...
... customize a power plan. 6. To restore the selected power plan back to its default settings, click on [Change advanced power settings] to bring out Edit Plan Settings to meet most people's needs. Balanced and Power saver - Follow on the [Change plan settings] to finish the configurations. 3-6 Find [Windows] icon in Edit Plan Settings. 7. Click on -screen instructions to bring out Power Options. Change settings for existing plans or create your computer uses and conserves power. Find...
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Click [Create] to continue. 3. Click [Create a power plan] in Power Options. 2. Click [Next] to make the customized power plan taking effect. 4. Change the settings for the plan. Now you have a new power plan that meets your own Power Plan and customize it to meet personal requirements. 1. How to Get Started Create Your Own Power Plan You are allowed to create your needs most, and give the new power plan a name. Select an existing plan that is automatically set as active. 3-8
Click [Create] to continue. 3. Click [Create a power plan] in Power Options. 2. Click [Next] to make the customized power plan taking effect. 4. Change the settings for the plan. Now you have a new power plan that meets your own Power Plan and customize it to meet personal requirements. 1. How to Get Started Create Your Own Power Plan You are allowed to create your needs most, and give the new power plan a name. Select an existing plan that is automatically set as active. 3-8
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... swap the functions of the two buttons. How to Get Started How to Use the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen. ▶▶ Configure the Touchpad You can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS/2 driver in Control Panel allows you to change the...
... swap the functions of the two buttons. How to Get Started How to Use the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen. ▶▶ Configure the Touchpad You can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS/2 driver in Control Panel allows you to change the...
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... retailer or service center for M.2 SSD cards, which are the data storage devices used for correct specifications and installations. 3-11 finally, release the left button. About HDD and SSD This notebook may be equipped with hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) depending on the models users purchased. Most SSDs use NAND-based flash memory, and have moved and placed the cursor over an icon, a menu item or...
... retailer or service center for M.2 SSD cards, which are the data storage devices used for correct specifications and installations. 3-11 finally, release the left button. About HDD and SSD This notebook may be equipped with hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) depending on the models users purchased. Most SSDs use NAND-based flash memory, and have moved and placed the cursor over an icon, a menu item or...
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Make sure [Airplane mode] is turn off. 6. A security key may be required for connecting the selected network. Then click [Next]. 3-12 Click [Connect] to [Off]. 4. Select [Wi-Fi] within the Network & Internet selection menu. 3. Open up the network selection table. 5. Select [Wi-Fi] here. 7. Switch [ON] the Wi-Fi function if it is set up a Wireless LAN connection. 1. Choose one Wireless LAN connection from the network list to connect to the Internet without using any cables. Select [Show...
Make sure [Airplane mode] is turn off. 6. A security key may be required for connecting the selected network. Then click [Next]. 3-12 Click [Connect] to [Off]. 4. Select [Wi-Fi] within the Network & Internet selection menu. 3. Open up the network selection table. 5. Select [Wi-Fi] here. 7. Switch [ON] the Wi-Fi function if it is set up a Wireless LAN connection. 1. Choose one Wireless LAN connection from the network list to connect to the Internet without using any cables. Select [Show...
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... Settings, find and select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] in Networking tab. Select [Ethernet] within the Network & Internet selection menu. 3. Then click [Properties] to the Internet. Click [Use the following IP address] and [Use the following DNS server addresses] in General tab. How to Get Started Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to continue. 6. Follow the previous steps 1 to 4 to bring out Network Connections window. 4. Select [Change adapter options...
... Settings, find and select [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] in Networking tab. Select [Ethernet] within the Network & Internet selection menu. 3. Then click [Properties] to the Internet. Click [Use the following IP address] and [Use the following DNS server addresses] in General tab. How to Get Started Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to continue. 6. Follow the previous steps 1 to 4 to bring out Network Connections window. 4. Select [Change adapter options...
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... no detection of each device first, and then connect the device to add the new devices. 3-22 Users will be able to connect diverse peripheral devices to Connect External Devices This notebook may be equipped with various connecting I/O (input/output) ports, such as USB, HDMI, DisplayPort, and mini DisplayPort. To connect these devices, refer to the instruction manuals of the devices, please manually enable the devices by going to [Start Menu/ Windows System/ Control Panel/ Hardware and Sound/ Add a device] to the...
... no detection of each device first, and then connect the device to add the new devices. 3-22 Users will be able to connect diverse peripheral devices to Connect External Devices This notebook may be equipped with various connecting I/O (input/output) ports, such as USB, HDMI, DisplayPort, and mini DisplayPort. To connect these devices, refer to the instruction manuals of the devices, please manually enable the devices by going to [Start Menu/ Windows System/ Control Panel/ Hardware and Sound/ Add a device] to the...
