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... 10 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...
... 10 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...
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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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... software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings...
... software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings...
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... and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not place...use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. 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...
... and a few drops of your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not place...use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. 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...
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... manual. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to use of a regular mouse. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 It also enables you to Windows...
... manual. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to use of a regular mouse. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 It also enables you to Windows...
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...-in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
...-in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... for your 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 non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an...
... for your 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 non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an...
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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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Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app from Windows or switch 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 your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and...
Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app from Windows or switch 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 your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and...
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... Notebook PC with other Bluetoothenabled devices. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. Select a device from the Start menu. 2. Compare the passcode on your chosen device. Connect your Notebook PC. Launch Settings from the list. Airplane mode disables this feature. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your devices by using...
... Notebook PC with other Bluetoothenabled devices. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. Select a device from the Start menu. 2. Compare the passcode on your chosen device. Connect your Notebook PC. Launch Settings from the list. Airplane mode disables this feature. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your devices by using...
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... the Notebook PC's architecture. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of the following methods: 62 Notebook PC E-Manual You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that run troubleshooting options using any...
... the Notebook PC's architecture. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of the following methods: 62 Notebook PC E-Manual You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that run troubleshooting options using any...
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... you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . When you an overview of the basic system information. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then...
... you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . When you an overview of the basic system information. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then...
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Security This menu allows you to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. It also allows you will be prompted 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 65
Security This menu allows you to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. It also allows you will be prompted 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 65
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Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Restart your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual
Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Restart your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - You must backup your data before resetting your system. Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to avoid data loss. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before doing this option, you can restore your Notebook...
... default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - You must backup your data before resetting your system. Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to avoid data loss. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is plugged in to a power source before doing this option, you can restore your Notebook...
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... external storage drive. • 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 a long period of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all external devices and ensure you have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Useful tips for your Notebook...
... external storage drive. • 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 a long period of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all external devices and ensure you have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Useful tips for your Notebook...
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... Notebook PC's battery life? If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. The color and brightness of your display panel may also vary per model. How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I do? How can I fix this? Hardware...
... Notebook PC's battery life? If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. The color and brightness of your display panel may also vary per model. How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I do? How can I fix this? Hardware...
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... 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. 5. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to your touchpad...
... 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. 5. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to your touchpad...
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... connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Press 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 still exists, contact your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem...
... connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Press 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 still exists, contact your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem...