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... your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...22 Front Side...24 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Using the touchpad...29 Using the keyboard...36 Function keys...36 Windows® 10 keys...37 Multimedia control keys 38 Using the numeric keypad 39 Using the optical drive 40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...22 Front Side...24 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Using the touchpad...29 Using the keyboard...36 Function keys...36 Windows® 10 keys...37 Multimedia control keys 38 Using the numeric keypad 39 Using the optical drive 40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Action Center...54 Other keyboard shortcuts 55 Connecting to wireless networks 57 Wi-Fi...57 Bluetooth...58 Airplane mode...59 Connecting to wired networks 60 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
... Action Center...54 Other keyboard shortcuts 55 Connecting to wireless networks 57 Wi-Fi...57 Bluetooth...58 Airplane mode...59 Connecting to wired networks 60 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 ...;quences radio (RF 95 IC Warning Statement...96 Avertissement d'Industrie Canada 97 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 98 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 98 UL Safety Notices...100 Power Safety Requirement 101 TV Notices...101 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 ...;quences radio (RF 95 IC Warning Statement...96 Avertissement d'Industrie Canada 97 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 98 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 98 UL Safety Notices...100 Power Safety Requirement 101 TV Notices...101 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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... Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to use POST to change the settings of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. 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...
... Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to use POST to change the settings of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. 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...
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... other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose 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. Remove any extra moisture from your...
... other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose 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. Remove any extra moisture from your...
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... simple audio recording. Microphone (on your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to use . It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for typing. Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access...
... simple audio recording. Microphone (on your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to use . It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on selected models) The built-in microphone can be used for typing. Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access...
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LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC to connect amplified speakers or headphones. 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. USB 3.0 port The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. USB Type-C port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-C port provides...
LAN port Insert the network cable into this port to connect your Notebook PC to connect amplified speakers or headphones. 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. USB 3.0 port The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. USB Type-C port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-C port provides...
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... time. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for non-removable battery only). • The battery used 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. •...
... time. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for non-removable battery only). • The battery used 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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Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard* Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard* Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness * On selected models 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on 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.
Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard* Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard* Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness * On selected models 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on 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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Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on your Notebook PC. Turns the display panel on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Launches the ASUS Touchpad Handwriting* * On selected models Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu Notebook PC E-Manual 37
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on your Notebook PC. Turns the display panel on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Launches the ASUS Touchpad Handwriting* * On selected models Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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... your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can 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.
... your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can 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.
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... your User name, Password, and Connection name then select Connect. 11. Select on the taskbar then select the connection you can also type the preferred DNS server address and alternate DNS server address then select OK. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 Type your user name and password then select Connect to start connecting to the Network and Sharing Center window then select Set up a new connection or network. 8. Select Connect to the Internet...
... your User name, Password, and Connection name then select Connect. 11. Select on the taskbar then select the connection you can also type the preferred DNS server address and alternate DNS server address then select OK. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 Type your user name and password then select Connect to start connecting to the Network and Sharing Center window then select Set up a new connection or network. 8. Select Connect to the Internet...
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... BIOS settings or updates. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of your Notebook PC. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook...
... BIOS settings or updates. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of your Notebook PC. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Restart your Notebook...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 69 NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Security This menu allows you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC.
Notebook PC E-Manual 69 NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Security This menu allows you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC.
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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. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 72 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1.
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. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 72 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1.
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... external devices and ensure you maximize the use your Notebook PC for your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 78 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that your applications have the following items prior to resetting your data and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Product key...
... external devices and ensure you maximize the use your Notebook PC for your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 78 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that your applications have the following items prior to resetting your data and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Product key...
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... function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any of your system. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your Notebook PC. How can I fix this? What should I turn on the Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service...
... function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any of your system. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your Notebook PC. How can I fix this? What should I turn on the Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 79 If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service...
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... local ASUS service center for assistance. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 . When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Why is attached correctly. 4. You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter...
... local ASUS service center for assistance. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 . When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Why is attached correctly. 4. You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter...
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... 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 local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Software FAQs 1. What should I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Delete the...
... 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 local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Software FAQs 1. What should I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Delete the...
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... using the viewer software, then it is not covered by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to the region at the expense of CSS protected content. Changing the region code after that is most relevant is available on regionalized content. In order to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. NOTE: The DVD-ROM Drive is playback restrictions on selected models...
... using the viewer software, then it is not covered by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to the region at the expense of CSS protected content. Changing the region code after that is most relevant is available on regionalized content. In order to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. NOTE: The DVD-ROM Drive is playback restrictions on selected models...