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... Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom View...22 Right View...24 Left View...26 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...32 Charge your Notebook PC 32 Lift to open the display panel 34 Press the power button 34 Using the touchpad 35 Using the SensePoint 42 SensePoint features...42 Using the keyboard...44 HotKeys...44 Function keys...45 Windows® 10 keys...45 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom View...22 Right View...24 Left View...26 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...32 Charge your Notebook PC 32 Lift to open the display panel 34 Press the power button 34 Using the touchpad 35 Using the SensePoint 42 SensePoint features...42 Using the keyboard...44 HotKeys...44 Function keys...45 Windows® 10 keys...45 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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......56 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...71 Recovering your system 72 Performing a recovery option 73 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
......56 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...71 Recovering your system 72 Performing a recovery option 73 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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..., hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to for your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of...
..., hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to for your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of...
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... fields. Do not use your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
... fields. Do not use your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
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... controls other multimedia functions. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Function key lock indicator...
... controls other multimedia functions. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual Function key lock indicator...
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.... The IR Camera also supports Windows Hello. It also simulates the functions of a regular mouse. You may also configure its settings to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Touchpad with the touchpad buttons section in this manual. SensePoint (on selected models) The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 NOTE: The red IR LED blinks in the...
.... The IR Camera also supports Windows Hello. It also simulates the functions of a regular mouse. You may also configure its settings to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Touchpad with the touchpad buttons section in this manual. SensePoint (on selected models) The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 NOTE: The red IR LED blinks in the...
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USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. 24 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. Right View MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone.
USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. 24 Notebook PC E-Manual You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. Right View MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone.
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... this port to connect to USB 2.0. Use a USB Type-C® adapter to connect your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 IMPORTANT! • This port can be used as a backup power input only when the battery power is backward compatible to a local area network. Connect a power source rated 20V/3.25A to charge the battery pack and supply power to an external display. NOTE: Transfer rate of up to 10 Gbit/s and is more information, consult an ASUS service...
... this port to connect to USB 2.0. Use a USB Type-C® adapter to connect your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 IMPORTANT! • This port can be used as a backup power input only when the battery power is backward compatible to a local area network. Connect a power source rated 20V/3.25A to charge the battery pack and supply power to an external display. NOTE: Transfer rate of up to 10 Gbit/s and is more information, consult an ASUS service...
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... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your Notebook PC from its main power supply, unplug your power adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 33 Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type...
... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your Notebook PC from its main power supply, unplug your power adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 33 Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels 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 Enables or disables the touchpad/SensePoint* Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard* Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. * On selected models 44 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 Enables or disables the touchpad/SensePoint* Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard* Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. * On selected models 44 Notebook PC E-Manual
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When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 45 Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Activates screen capture tool Launches My ASUS Function keys Press to enable or disable the function keys feature. Activates the Lock screen Turns the camera on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down in combination with the top row keys.
When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 45 Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Activates screen capture tool Launches My ASUS Function keys Press to enable or disable the function keys feature. Activates the Lock screen Turns the camera on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down in combination with the top row keys.
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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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... mask and Default gateway from your user name and password then select Connect to start connecting to the Internet. Type your service provider. 4. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then select Connect. 11. If needed, you just created. 13. Select Use the following IP address. 3. Select Connect to the Network and Sharing Center window then select Set up a new connection or network. 8. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 Return to the Internet then select Next. 9. Configuring a static IP network connection 1.
... mask and Default gateway from your user name and password then select Connect to start connecting to the Internet. Type your service provider. 4. Type your User name, Password, and Connection name then select Connect. 11. If needed, you just created. 13. Select Use the following IP address. 3. Select Connect to the Network and Sharing Center window then select Set up a new connection or network. 8. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 Return to the Internet then select Next. 9. Configuring a static IP network connection 1.
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... system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The software that are needed for more details. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of a trained service personnel. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Using POST to system instability or boot failure...
... system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The software that are needed for more details. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of a trained service personnel. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Using POST to system instability or boot failure...
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...; Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key for your operating systems and other installed...
...; Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Product key for your operating systems and other installed...
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... an authorized ASUS service center. 2. You may also vary per model. How can try doing any of your Notebook PC may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. •...
... an authorized ASUS service center. 2. You may also vary per model. How can try doing any of your Notebook PC may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. •...
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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 connected to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual What should I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What's wrong? •...
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 connected to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual What should I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What's wrong? •...
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... the problem still exists, contact your system. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual Press any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. What should I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. How can try doing any key to fix this ? You can I turn on my screen. Software FAQs 1. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating...
... the problem still exists, contact your system. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual Press any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. What should I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. How can try doing any key to fix this ? You can I turn on my screen. Software FAQs 1. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating...
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..., click the mouse, press any key on power management and its benefits to the environment. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is automatically set to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity. In ...disclosure of key environmental information for detail information on the keyboard, or press the power button. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. the computer is enabled by default. The monitor is available at www.epeat.net. 100 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on ...
..., click the mouse, press any key on power management and its benefits to the environment. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is automatically set to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity. In ...disclosure of key environmental information for detail information on the keyboard, or press the power button. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. the computer is enabled by default. The monitor is available at www.epeat.net. 100 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on ...