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... Snap hotspots...54 Action Center...56 Other keyboard shortcuts 57 Connecting to wireless networks 59 Wi-Fi...59 Bluetooth ...60 Airplane mode...61 Turning your Notebook PC off 62 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 63 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 66 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 66 BIOS...66 Accessing BIOS...66 BIOS Settings...67 Recovering your system 74 Performing a recovery option 75 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Snap hotspots...54 Action Center...56 Other keyboard shortcuts 57 Connecting to wireless networks 59 Wi-Fi...59 Bluetooth ...60 Airplane mode...61 Turning your Notebook PC off 62 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 63 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 66 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 66 BIOS...66 Accessing BIOS...66 BIOS Settings...67 Recovering your system 74 Performing a recovery option 75 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 78 Hardware FAQs...79 Software FAQs...82 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 86 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 88 Internal Modem Compliancy 88 Overview...89 Network Compatibility Declaration 89 Non-Voice Equipment 89 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 91 FCC Radio... de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED 93 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 94 UL Safety Notices...95 Power Safety Requirement 96 TV Notices...96 REACH...96 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 78 Hardware FAQs...79 Software FAQs...82 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 86 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 88 Internal Modem Compliancy 88 Overview...89 Network Compatibility Declaration 89 Non-Voice Equipment 89 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 91 FCC Radio... de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED 93 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 94 UL Safety Notices...95 Power Safety Requirement 96 TV Notices...96 REACH...96 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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... and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs...
... and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs...
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...your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC ...use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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. Do not use your Notebook...
...your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC ...use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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. Do not use your Notebook...
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... turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. Audio speakers The built-in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in audio speakers allow you to the following table for details: 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC. Audio features are software-controlled. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC's keyboard. Status indicators...
... turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is activated. Audio speakers The built-in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the capital lock function is in audio speakers allow you to the following table for details: 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Refer to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC. Audio features are software-controlled. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC's keyboard. Status indicators...
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... The touchpad/touch numeric keypad enables you to use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the numeric keypad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience...
... The touchpad/touch numeric keypad enables you to use the function keys, allows quick access to the Using the numeric keypad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience...
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... explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 WARNING! Read the following precautions 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...
... explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 WARNING! Read the following precautions 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...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys 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 Turns the microphone on or off Toggles the fan mode Turns the display panel on or off Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys 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 Turns the microphone on or off Toggles the fan mode Turns the display panel on or off Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Displays the drop-down menu Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard Notebook PC E-Manual 37
Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. Enables or disables the touchpad Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Displays the drop-down menu Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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... to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 47 Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to your 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...
... to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 47 Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to your 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...
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... startup in the following methods: 66 Notebook PC E-Manual You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for more details. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Using...
... startup in the following methods: 66 Notebook PC E-Manual You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for more details. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Using...
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From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 72 Notebook PC E-Manual Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3.
From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 72 Notebook PC E-Manual Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3.
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...; Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you are not going to use your Notebook PC for a long period of time (at least a month), we recommend that your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Product key for your operating...
...; Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you are not going to use your Notebook PC for a long period of time (at least a month), we recommend that your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Product key for your operating...
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... Notebook PC E-Manual Contact your touchpad. 6. When I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? 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 turn up . What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? What should I play audio and video files...
... Notebook PC E-Manual Contact your touchpad. 6. When I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? 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 turn up . What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? What should I play audio and video files...
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... when my screen displays this ? Press any key to fix this? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your system. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual How can try doing any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up...
... when my screen displays this ? Press any key to fix this? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your system. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual How can try doing any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up...
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... Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 68 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS...68 Accessing BIOS...68 BIOS Settings...69 Recovering your system 76 Performing a recovery option 77 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 80 Hardware FAQs...81 Software FAQs...84 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 88 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 90 Internal Modem Compliancy 90 Overview...91 Network Compatibility Declaration 91 Non-Voice...
... Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 68 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS...68 Accessing BIOS...68 BIOS Settings...69 Recovering your system 76 Performing a recovery option 77 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 80 Hardware FAQs...81 Software FAQs...84 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 88 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 90 Internal Modem Compliancy 90 Overview...91 Network Compatibility Declaration 91 Non-Voice...
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... use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on your power adapter. We strongly recommend that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for your personal safety. • Risk of in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on power adapter mode...
... use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on your power adapter. We strongly recommend that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for your personal safety. • Risk of in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on power adapter mode...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. 36 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 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 or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. 36 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 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 or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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... have installed a new system component that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that controls the POST is a series of your Notebook PC. The software that run when you to most conditions of a trained service personnel. Using POST to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you turn...
... have installed a new system component that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that controls the POST is a series of your Notebook PC. The software that run when you to most conditions of a trained service personnel. Using POST to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you turn...
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... light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . What should I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? When I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual You can 't I play audio and video...
... light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . What should I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? When I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual You can 't I play audio and video...
