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Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...22 Left Side...26 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...30 Charge your Notebook PC 30 Lift to open the display panel 32 Press the power button 32 Using the touchpad 33 Using the keyboard...40 HotKeys...40 Function keys...41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...22 Left Side...26 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...30 Charge your Notebook PC 30 Lift to open the display panel 32 Press the power button 32 Using the touchpad 33 Using the keyboard...40 HotKeys...40 Function keys...41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Snap hotspots...52 Action Center...54 Other keyboard shortcuts 55 Connecting to wireless networks 57 Wi-Fi...57 Bluetooth...58 Airplane mode...59 Turning your Notebook PC off 60 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 61 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 64 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS...64 Accessing BIOS...65 BIOS Settings...66 Recovering your system 75 Performing a recovery option 76 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Snap hotspots...52 Action Center...54 Other keyboard shortcuts 55 Connecting to wireless networks 57 Wi-Fi...57 Bluetooth...58 Airplane mode...59 Turning your Notebook PC off 60 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 61 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 64 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS...64 Accessing BIOS...65 BIOS Settings...66 Recovering your system 75 Performing a recovery option 76 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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 Equipment...91 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 94 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 95 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 95 Compliance...
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 Equipment...91 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 94 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 95 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 95 Compliance...
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... Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and 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. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows...
... Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and 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. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows...
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.... Do not expose your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before...
.... Do not expose your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before...
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... travel depth for typing. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this...
... travel depth for typing. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this...
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Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Right Side 14" model 15" model MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. Refer to the following table for details: 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC.
Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of the battery's charge status. Right Side 14" model 15" model MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. Refer to the following table for details: 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of your Notebook PC.
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... the battery power is less than 95%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is plugged to 100%. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC 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. The Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is in sleep mode.
... the battery power is less than 95%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is plugged to 100%. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC 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. The Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is in sleep mode.
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... protected content playback. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 1 port provides a transfer rate of this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. HDMI port This port is for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and 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.
... protected content playback. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 1 port provides a transfer rate of this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. HDMI port This port is for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and 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.
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... that your power adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 31 IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that it on for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. • The...
... that your power adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 31 IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that it on for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. • The...
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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. 40 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. 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 your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to 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 your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to 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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... information for 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. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual The software that requires further BIOS settings or updates. You may result to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of the Notebook PC's architecture...
... information for 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. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual The software that requires further BIOS settings or updates. You may result to run troubleshooting options using the function keys of the Notebook PC's architecture...
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... control the access to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security Secure Boot Set Administrator Password. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. It also allows you to Setup and is a power on password and must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Must type with character: a-z, 0-9 → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Administrator Password Status User Password...
... control the access to your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security Secure Boot Set Administrator Password. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. It also allows you to Setup and is a power on password and must be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Must type with character: a-z, 0-9 → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Administrator Password Status User Password...
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... you can also access USB Interface Security to lock then select Lock. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock UnLock USB Interface → ← : Select Screen ↑↓...
... you can also access USB Interface Security to lock then select Lock. NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. Notebook PC E-Manual 71 Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock UnLock USB Interface → ← : Select Screen ↑↓...
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... SATA Configuration NVMe Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Internal Pointing Device Fn Lock Option Wake On Lid Open [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] 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...
... SATA Configuration NVMe Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Internal Pointing Device Fn Lock Option Wake On Lid Open [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] 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...
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... external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you have the following items prior to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Product key for a long period of time (at extremely high temperatures. Internet connection information 80 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful...
... external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you have the following items prior to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Product key for a long period of time (at extremely high temperatures. Internet connection information 80 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful...
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... display panel may also vary per model. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. The color and brightness of your display panel. 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 81 What should I turn on the Notebook PC. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using...
... display panel may also vary per model. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. The color and brightness of your display panel. 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 81 What should I turn on the Notebook PC. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using...
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... Notebook PC E-Manual When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to enable your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Contact your touchpad. 6. My battery charge indicator does not light...
... Notebook PC E-Manual When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to enable your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Contact your touchpad. 6. My battery charge indicator does not light...
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... 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 local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Contact your system. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual When I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. What should I fix this ? Delete...
... 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 local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Contact your system. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual When I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. What should I fix this ? Delete...