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... wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...62 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 64 Configuring a static IP network connection 65 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 81 Performing a recovery option 82 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth ...62 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection 64 Configuring a static IP network connection 65 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 81 Performing a recovery option 82 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing the Hard Disk Drive 86 Installing a RAM module 93 Installing an M.2 card 98 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 104 Hardware FAQs...105 Software FAQs...108 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 112 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 114 Internal Modem Compliancy 114 Overview...115 Network Compatibility Declaration 115 Non-Voice Equipment 115 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 117 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution...
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing the Hard Disk Drive 86 Installing a RAM module 93 Installing an M.2 card 98 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 104 Hardware FAQs...105 Software FAQs...108 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 112 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 114 Internal Modem Compliancy 114 Overview...115 Network Compatibility Declaration 115 Non-Voice Equipment 115 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 117 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution...
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... or near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not use 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 PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
... or near your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not use 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 PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
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Record key This key enables you to use of your Notebook PC. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the touchpad section in sleep mode. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory...
Record key This key enables you to use of your Notebook PC. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the touchpad section in sleep mode. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is in this manual. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory...
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... two functions: for at least four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in this manual. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to put your Notebook PC is activated. You can also use some of the keys on your Notebook PC...
... two functions: for at least four (4) seconds until your Notebook PC shuts down. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Number lock indicator This indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in this manual. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: For more details, refer to put your Notebook PC is activated. You can also use some of the keys on your Notebook PC...
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... RAM modules of your Notebook PC, refer to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. WARNING! Subwoofer The subwoofer speaker produces low-pitched audio frequencies for fuller and richer bass sounds suited for the removable NVMe SSD (M.2 2280 slot), HDD (Hard Disk Drives) and RAM (Random-Access Memory) modules...
... RAM modules of your Notebook PC, refer to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. WARNING! Subwoofer The subwoofer speaker produces low-pitched audio frequencies for fuller and richer bass sounds suited for the removable NVMe SSD (M.2 2280 slot), HDD (Hard Disk Drives) and RAM (Random-Access Memory) modules...
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... quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC to connect your Notebook PC is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. USB Charger+ allows you to an external display. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to USB 2.0. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models...
... quick charge mobile devices and can be used even while your Notebook PC to connect your Notebook PC is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback. USB Charger+ allows you to an external display. LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect to USB 2.0. HDMI port This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector and is on sleep, hibernate, or shutdown mode (on selected models...
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... to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. WARNING! We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. • The socket outlet...
... to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. WARNING! We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. • The socket outlet...
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Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. 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. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. 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. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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 Toggles between insert mode and overtype mode Toggles num lock on or off Toggles scroll lock on or off Launches calculator Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to launch the Start menu Press this key to simulate the right-click functions Notebook PC E-Manual 41
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Toggles between insert mode and overtype mode Toggles num lock on or off Toggles scroll lock on or off Launches calculator Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to launch the Start menu Press this key to simulate the right-click functions Notebook PC E-Manual 41
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... Notebook PC • Log off 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 settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen...
... Notebook PC • Log off 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 settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen...
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... change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. The default BIOS settings apply to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual We strongly recommend that you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new...
... change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. The default BIOS settings apply to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual We strongly recommend that you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new...
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... Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. You may differ by model and territory. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option...
... Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. You may differ by model and territory. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option...
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...Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
...Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Press and select a device as the Boot Option #1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
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... Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O) interface, and USB interface. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 It also allows you to control the access to Setup and is set, then this only limits access to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password...
... Password User Password HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password I /O) interface, and USB interface. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 It also allows you to control the access to Setup and is set, then this only limits access to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password...
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Security USB Interface Security USB Interface External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled USB Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock then select Lock. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Select...
Security USB Interface Security USB Interface External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled USB Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock then select Lock. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Select...
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... Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. AMpatiino SeAtduvpanUcteidlityBo-otCopSyerciugrhitty(C) S2a0v1e1 &AmEexriitcan Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Type in a password then press . 3. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. Notebook PC E-Manual...
... Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. AMpatiino SeAtduvpanUcteidlityBo-otCopSyerciugrhitty(C) S2a0v1e1 &AmEexriitcan Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Type in a password then press . 3. Select Set User Password then repeat the previous steps to set up a password-enabled access to your hard disk drive. Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... the BIOS menu, select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2. Notebook PC E-Manual...
... the BIOS menu, select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Connect your flash disk drive to your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2. Notebook PC E-Manual...
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..., and ensure all external devices and ensure you have the following items prior to use your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Internet connection information 104 Notebook PC E-Manual If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data...
..., and ensure all external devices and ensure you have the following items prior to use your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Internet connection information 104 Notebook PC E-Manual If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data...
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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 Notebook PC and remove it. 7. Why is attached correctly. What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . When...
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 Notebook PC and remove it. 7. Why is attached correctly. What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . When...