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......14 Bottom...17 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 Front Side...25 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 Setting up your Fingerprint account 38 Using the keyboard...39 Function keys...39 Windows® 10 keys...40 Multimedia control keys 41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
......14 Bottom...17 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 Front Side...25 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 Setting up your Fingerprint account 38 Using the keyboard...39 Function keys...39 Windows® 10 keys...40 Multimedia control keys 41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Using the optical drive 43 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Action Center...58 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth...62 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 BIOS Settings...71 Recovering your system 78 Performing a recovery option 79 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Action Center...58 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth...62 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 BIOS Settings...71 Recovering your system 78 Performing a recovery option 79 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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...Upgrading your Notebook PC Removing the compartment cover 82 14" model...82 15.6" model...86 Installing the Hard Disk Drive 88 14" model...89 15.6" model...93 Installing a RAM module 107 14" model...108 15.6" model...109 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 112 Hardware FAQs...113 Software FAQs...116 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 120 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 122 Internal Modem Compliancy 122 Overview...123 Network...129 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 130 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 130 UL Safety Notices...132 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
...Upgrading your Notebook PC Removing the compartment cover 82 14" model...82 15.6" model...86 Installing the Hard Disk Drive 88 14" model...89 15.6" model...93 Installing a RAM module 107 14" model...108 15.6" model...109 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 112 Hardware FAQs...113 Software FAQs...116 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 120 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 122 Internal Modem Compliancy 122 Overview...123 Network...129 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 130 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 130 UL Safety Notices...132 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC. 8 Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you can refer to for your Notebook PC.
Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC. 8 Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you can refer to for your Notebook PC.
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... moisture. Do not 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 using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
... moisture. Do not 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 using a dry cloth. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Notebook PC E-Manual 11
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... keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Microphone The built-in use. Camera The built-in camera allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on or off. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC shuts down. It also enables you to sleep or hibernate mode...
... keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Microphone The built-in use. Camera The built-in camera allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on or off. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on your Notebook PC to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC shuts down. It also enables you to sleep or hibernate mode...
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... with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Right Side NOTE: The right side may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Optical drive (on selected models) Your Notebook PC's optical drive may vary in appearance depending on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 NOTE: This port does not support three-conductor 3.5 mm microphones. Headphone/Headset jack This port allows you to connect your...
... with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as CDs, DVDs, recordable discs, or rewritable discs. Right Side NOTE: The right side may support several disc formats such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Optical drive (on selected models) Your Notebook PC's optical drive may vary in appearance depending on model. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 NOTE: This port does not support three-conductor 3.5 mm microphones. Headphone/Headset jack This port allows you to connect your...
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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 in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats. Front Side Memory card reader This built-in sleep mode. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Notebook PC E-Manual 25 Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC.
Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card formats. Front Side Memory card reader This built-in sleep mode. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Notebook PC E-Manual 25 Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC.
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Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. The Notebook PC is plugged to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 26 Notebook PC E-Manual The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Using capital lock allows you to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less...
Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. The Notebook PC is plugged to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 26 Notebook PC E-Manual The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC's wireless function (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi) is enabled. Using capital lock allows you to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less...
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... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 29 IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for the first time. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 29 IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for the first time. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
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Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on your Notebook PC.
Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on your Notebook PC.
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Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Launches the ASUS Touchpad Handwriting* * On selected models Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Launches the ASUS Touchpad Handwriting* * On selected models Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... 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. Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual...
... 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. Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... that run troubleshooting options using any of a trained service personnel. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of the following methods: 70 Notebook PC E-Manual You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you can access the BIOS settings or run when you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. WARNING! The software that are needed for system startup in...
... that run troubleshooting options using any of a trained service personnel. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of the following methods: 70 Notebook PC E-Manual You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you can access the BIOS settings or run when you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. WARNING! The software that are needed for system startup in...
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NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. It also allows you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 73
NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. It also allows you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 73
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Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 76 Notebook PC E-Manual
Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 76 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Backup data - Internet connection information 112 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful tips for your operating systems and other installed applications - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password -
... your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Backup data - Internet connection information 112 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful tips for your operating systems and other installed applications - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password -
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... Notebook PC 's battery life? Hardware FAQs 1. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your Notebook PC may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any of your system. How can I do? How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices...
... Notebook PC 's battery life? Hardware FAQs 1. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your Notebook PC may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any of your system. How can I do? How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices...
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... problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 114 Notebook PC E-Manual My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is attached correctly. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery...
... problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 114 Notebook PC E-Manual My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is attached correctly. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery...
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... E-Manual My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Software FAQs 1. How can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on your Notebook PC. • If the problem...
... E-Manual My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Software FAQs 1. How can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on your Notebook PC. • If the problem...