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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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Simply install or update your own style and features. In Feature Sets page, feel free to select, install or uninstall any MSI features listed to you are able to the [Feature Sets] icon at the upper right corner and click on it. 2. Experience the convenience that MSI Center brings to meet your personal needs. 10 Move the mouse cursor to choose your favorite features in Feature Sets page. Choose Your Features Within the latest MSI Center, you ! 1. Feature Sets --
Simply install or update your own style and features. In Feature Sets page, feel free to select, install or uninstall any MSI features listed to you are able to the [Feature Sets] icon at the upper right corner and click on it. 2. Experience the convenience that MSI Center brings to meet your personal needs. 10 Move the mouse cursor to choose your favorite features in Feature Sets page. Choose Your Features Within the latest MSI Center, you ! 1. Feature Sets --
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.... 1. Touchpad disabled: Disable the touchpad for the best game experience. 5. 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 prioritize your game to review or share. *Be noted, for each game, the following functions, may or may not be supported, can be set to Gamer mode for...
.... 1. Touchpad disabled: Disable the touchpad for the best game experience. 5. 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 prioritize your game to review or share. *Be noted, for each game, the following functions, may or may not be supported, can be set to Gamer mode for...
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... App. To remove the Apps shown in the Priority List. Maximum 8 Apps are allowed to your most commonly used programs based on -screen instructions to the SW List. 8. Before using Smart Priority, make sure that the function SWITCH is selected, users are not activated at one time. For those Apps listed in SW List are allowed to Use Smart Priority 1. If [User Priority] mode is set to [ON...
... App. To remove the Apps shown in the Priority List. Maximum 8 Apps are allowed to your most commonly used programs based on -screen instructions to the SW List. 8. Before using Smart Priority, make sure that the function SWITCH is selected, users are not activated at one time. For those Apps listed in SW List are allowed to Use Smart Priority 1. If [User Priority] mode is set to [ON...
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... Battery: A Super Battery mode that boosts the highest performance for basic needs. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to your own settings. 20 For certain CPU/GPU, you can overclock in accordance with users' needs to setup the Fan Speed by selecting [Advanced], and adjust the Fan Speed. 4. Select a proper graphics mode according to make your needs from MSHybrid Graphics Mode or Discrete Graphics Mode or Integrated Graphics Mode. 5. User Scenario...
... Battery: A Super Battery mode that boosts the highest performance for basic needs. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to your own settings. 20 For certain CPU/GPU, you can overclock in accordance with users' needs to setup the Fan Speed by selecting [Advanced], and adjust the Fan Speed. 4. Select a proper graphics mode according to make your needs from MSHybrid Graphics Mode or Discrete Graphics Mode or Integrated Graphics Mode. 5. User Scenario...
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... power the in this page. WebCam: Enable or disable WebCam function 4. Switch Key: Click to model. 1. Display Switch: Select a proper display mode as needed. 9. HDR: Enable or disable the steaming HDR video function. 6. USB Power Share: Enable or disable USB Power Share function. 8. Functions listed here may differ from model to switch the Windows key and the Fn key on the keyboard. 2. General Settings Go to MSI Center [Features > General Settings] and you can enable/disable some general settings in unplugged to hibernate or sleep when close lid or press Power button...
... power the in this page. WebCam: Enable or disable WebCam function 4. Switch Key: Click to model. 1. Display Switch: Select a proper display mode as needed. 9. HDR: Enable or disable the steaming HDR video function. 6. USB Power Share: Enable or disable USB Power Share function. 8. Functions listed here may differ from model to switch the Windows key and the Fn key on the keyboard. 2. General Settings Go to MSI Center [Features > General Settings] and you can enable/disable some general settings in unplugged to hibernate or sleep when close lid or press Power button...
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Profile: Setup your own keyboard LED light effects to control keyboard LED light effects easier and quicker. Select one and setup the LED light effects, colors, speed, and brightness level here. Device name. 3. Function Overview 1. The available options for third party devices. 28 LED Effect selections: Select one by clicking on the Profile buttons. 2. Mystic Light Setting: Click to enter Mystic Light setting page to make all the selections taking effect. 5. Mystic Light allows users to Profile...
Profile: Setup your own keyboard LED light effects to control keyboard LED light effects easier and quicker. Select one and setup the LED light effects, colors, speed, and brightness level here. Device name. 3. Function Overview 1. The available options for third party devices. 28 LED Effect selections: Select one by clicking on the Profile buttons. 2. Mystic Light Setting: Click to enter Mystic Light setting page to make all the selections taking effect. 5. Mystic Light allows users to Profile...
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.... 6. To use Ambient Link, click on (location services are turned on [Ambient Link] and follow the instructions below to come on what is connected to the router LAN port. 3. Network Requirements 1. Download the Philips Hue app from App Store or Google Play Store. 5. Nanoleaf Setup (optional) 1. Android requirements: • Android OS 5.0 or higher • Location services are required for any of the Wi-Fi modes...
.... 6. To use Ambient Link, click on (location services are turned on [Ambient Link] and follow the instructions below to come on what is connected to the router LAN port. 3. Network Requirements 1. Download the Philips Hue app from App Store or Google Play Store. 5. Nanoleaf Setup (optional) 1. Android requirements: • Android OS 5.0 or higher • Location services are required for any of the Wi-Fi modes...
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... Scene that the Light Panels can only be kept. 1. Release the two buttons, the LED stays on, and the controller remains on , and the controller starts flashing. 3. The following instructions will help users to reset the Light Panels, so that during previous game playing. 2. The following steps 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.
... Scene that the Light Panels can only be kept. 1. Release the two buttons, the LED stays on, and the controller remains on , and the controller starts flashing. 3. The following instructions will help users to reset the Light Panels, so that during previous game playing. 2. The following steps 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.
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Move the mouse cursor to the detected devices shown on this page, and click on -screen instructions to install necessary drivers, if needed. 4. You are connected to your notebook. 2. Connect MSI gaming gear to your notebook. Follow the on the device button to enter its setting page. 59 Gaming Gear This page will only be available when MSI gaming gear or supported third-party devices are allowed to setup specific options to MSI Center [Features > Gaming Gear] 3. Go to the devices connected. 1.
Move the mouse cursor to the detected devices shown on this page, and click on -screen instructions to install necessary drivers, if needed. 4. You are connected to your notebook. 2. Connect MSI gaming gear to your notebook. Follow the on the device button to enter its setting page. 59 Gaming Gear This page will only be available when MSI gaming gear or supported third-party devices are allowed to setup specific options to MSI Center [Features > Gaming Gear] 3. Go to the devices connected. 1.
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Move the mose cursor to click on [More] to MSI Center [Support > Service]. Go to get more information at MSI official website. 65 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.
Move the mose cursor to click on [More] to MSI Center [Support > Service]. Go to get more information at MSI official website. 65 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.
User Manual
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... Use the Touchpad 3-16 How to Use the Smart Touchpad 3-18 Use Quick Function Hot Keys 3-18 Function / Hot Keys / Keyboard Launch Keys 3-19 About HDD and SSD 3-21 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-21 How to Connect the Internet in Windows OS 3-22 Wireless LAN...3-22 Wired LAN...3-24 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows OS 3-29 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-29 How to Connect External Devices 3-32 How to Use USB Power Share 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...
... Use the Touchpad 3-16 How to Use the Smart Touchpad 3-18 Use Quick Function Hot Keys 3-18 Function / Hot Keys / Keyboard Launch Keys 3-19 About HDD and SSD 3-21 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-21 How to Connect the Internet in Windows OS 3-22 Wireless LAN...3-22 Wired LAN...3-24 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows OS 3-29 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-29 How to Connect External Devices 3-32 How to Use USB Power Share 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...
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... location or how to assembly/disassembly, since the product has been discontinued, depending on the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Do not attempt to upgrade or replace any further information on the official regulations declared at the time. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card...
... location or how to assembly/disassembly, since the product has been discontinued, depending on the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Do not attempt to upgrade or replace any further information on the official regulations declared at the time. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card...
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LED off under default settings. Webcam • Open Windows Camera App to switch the User Scenario in multitasking. • Use this key to enable or disable the webcam function. • Webcam is turned on under default settings. MSI Center • This notebook may be pre-installing with a versatile utility, MSI Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in MSI Center. 2-13 Touchpad Press to learn the function status. Use Quick Fn Launch Keys Speaker Settings • f1: Mute the built-in speakers...
LED off under default settings. Webcam • Open Windows Camera App to switch the User Scenario in multitasking. • Use this key to enable or disable the webcam function. • Webcam is turned on under default settings. MSI Center • This notebook may be pre-installing with a versatile utility, MSI Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in MSI Center. 2-13 Touchpad Press to learn the function status. Use Quick Fn Launch Keys Speaker Settings • f1: Mute the built-in speakers...
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..., or balance energy conservation with Windows 11 operating system installed. Follow the on-screen instructions to its default settings, click on the [Change plan settings] to search] field. 2. Go to [Start] and then move the mouse cursor to [Type here to bring out [Power Options]. Select [Large icons] under [View by] drop-down menu. 4. Power plans can modify settings for existing plans or create your computer uses and conserves...
..., or balance energy conservation with Windows 11 operating system installed. Follow the on-screen instructions to its default settings, click on the [Change plan settings] to search] field. 2. Go to [Start] and then move the mouse cursor to [Type here to bring out [Power Options]. Select [Large icons] under [View by] drop-down menu. 4. Power plans can modify settings for existing plans or create your computer uses and conserves...
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... requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports it is a more secure, personal way to get an instant access to your Windows operating system using fingerprint or facial recognition. Follow the instructions below to setup your account, and then click [Finish] to close. 3-10 Under [Password], click [Add] to [Start > Settings] and locate [Accounts]. 2. Once you 'll be vary depending on -screen instructions to create a new password for...
... requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports it is a more secure, personal way to get an instant access to your Windows operating system using fingerprint or facial recognition. Follow the instructions below to setup your account, and then click [Finish] to close. 3-10 Under [Password], click [Add] to [Start > Settings] and locate [Accounts]. 2. Once you 'll be vary depending on -screen instructions to create a new password for...
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... required for connecting the selected network. Follow the instructions as below to set to the Internet without using any cables. Click [Connect] to Connect the Internet in Windows OS * For selected models with Windows 11 operating system installed. The figures shown here are for reference only, they may be varied depending on the situation.) 6. Choose one Wireless LAN network from the network list to connect to open up the network list. (The available networks shown...
... required for connecting the selected network. Follow the instructions as below to set to the Internet without using any cables. Click [Connect] to Connect the Internet in Windows OS * For selected models with Windows 11 operating system installed. The figures shown here are for reference only, they may be varied depending on the situation.) 6. Choose one Wireless LAN network from the network list to connect to open up the network list. (The available networks shown...
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... DC mode in hibernation and shutdown status. however, as mobile phones and power banks, while the notebook is a must to connect AC power to enable using this function. 1. It is enabled, it is in BIOS settings; 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; USB Power Share function will only be optionally supported USB Power Share function via Type-A USB ports, providing portable charging power output...
... DC mode in hibernation and shutdown status. however, as mobile phones and power banks, while the notebook is a must to connect AC power to enable using this function. 1. It is enabled, it is in BIOS settings; 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; USB Power Share function will only be optionally supported USB Power Share function via Type-A USB ports, providing portable charging power output...
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Video: How to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with Windows 11 operating system installed. Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkzctVGnWRw YouTube 3-35 MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to Use MSI One Touch Install * For selected models with single click.
Video: How to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with Windows 11 operating system installed. Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkzctVGnWRw YouTube 3-35 MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to Use MSI One Touch Install * For selected models with single click.