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... Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...24 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Charge your Notebook PC 28 Lift to open the display panel 30 Press the power button 30 Using the touchpad 31 Using the keyboard...38 HotKeys...38 Function keys...39 Windows® 10 keys...39 Using the numeric keypad 40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...24 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...28 Charge your Notebook PC 28 Lift to open the display panel 30 Press the power button 30 Using the touchpad 31 Using the keyboard...38 HotKeys...38 Function keys...39 Windows® 10 keys...39 Using the numeric keypad 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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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 74 Hardware FAQs...75 Software FAQs...78 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 82 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 84 Internal Modem Compliancy 84 Overview...85 Network Compatibility Declaration 85 Non-Voice Equipment...85 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 88 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 89 ... 90 Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED 90 UL Safety Notices...91 Power Safety Requirement 92 TV Notices...92 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 74 Hardware FAQs...75 Software FAQs...78 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 82 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 84 Internal Modem Compliancy 84 Overview...85 Network Compatibility Declaration 85 Non-Voice Equipment...85 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 88 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 89 ... 90 Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED 90 UL Safety Notices...91 Power Safety Requirement 92 TV Notices...92 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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... tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This...
... tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This...
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...Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook... expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such...
...Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook... expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such...
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Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia...
Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia...
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Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Color Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its...
Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Color Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its...
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... Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type...
... Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type...
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Using the keyboard HotKeys The HotKeys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Enables or disables the touchpad Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
Using the keyboard HotKeys The HotKeys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Enables or disables the touchpad Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... user account Notebook PC E-Manual 43 Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app from the taskbar Launch Search Launch the Start menu Launch All apps Shut down, restart, or put your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to do these common activities: • Start...
... user account Notebook PC E-Manual 43 Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app from the taskbar Launch Search Launch the Start menu Launch All apps Shut down, restart, or put your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to do these common activities: • Start...
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Launch Settings from the list. Compare the passcode on your Notebook PC. 56 Notebook PC E-Manual Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your Notebook PC with the device. Connect your Notebook PC. Select Devices, then select Bluetooth to key in the passcode of your devices by using the following steps: 1. Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. Pairing...
Launch Settings from the list. Compare the passcode on your Notebook PC. 56 Notebook PC E-Manual Airplane mode disables this feature. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your Notebook PC with the device. Connect your Notebook PC. Select Devices, then select Bluetooth to key in the passcode of your devices by using the following steps: 1. Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. Pairing...
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Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to system instability or boot failure. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using any of the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you turn on...
Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to system instability or boot failure. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using any of the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you turn on...
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... differ by model and territory. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . 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. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select...
... differ by model and territory. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . 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. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select...
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It also allows you to control the access to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. Security This menu allows you to your Notebook PC. 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 set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. Security This menu allows you to your Notebook PC. 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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To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Connect your Notebook PC. 4.
To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Connect your Notebook PC. 4.
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... option, you can restore your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - This option allows you to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its factory settings. Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual This option resets your Notebook PC to its settings to help improve performance. Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook...
... option, you can restore your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - This option allows you to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its factory settings. Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual This option resets your Notebook PC to its settings to help improve performance. Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook...
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... using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you maximize the use of time (at extremely high temperatures. Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup data - Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook...
... using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you maximize the use of time (at extremely high temperatures. Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup data - Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook...
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My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. How can try...
My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. How can try...
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... set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for assistance. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Why is attached correctly. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio...
... set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for assistance. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Why is attached correctly. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio...
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...: "Remove disks or other media. Software FAQs 1. Delete the applications you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 3. You can I do when my screen displays this ? Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service...
...: "Remove disks or other media. Software FAQs 1. Delete the applications you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 3. You can I do when my screen displays this ? Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service...