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... 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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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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... use POST to change the settings of your 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 using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to use the different parts of your Notebook...
... use POST to change the settings of your 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 using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to use the different parts of your Notebook...
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... leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such...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 PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a...
... leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such...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 PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a...
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... the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. 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 use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model...
... the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. 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 use of a regular mouse. It also enables you to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model...
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Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 95%. Color Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual The Notebook PC...
Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is less than 95%. Color Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual The Notebook PC...
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... if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from children. WARNING! We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. •...
... if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from children. WARNING! We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. •...
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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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... Start menu to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 43 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...
... Start menu to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 43 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...
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... your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your Notebook PC. 56 Notebook PC E-Manual Select Devices, then select Bluetooth to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices. 3. Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with the passcode sent to your chosen device. IMPORTANT! Launch Settings from the list. Airplane mode disables this feature. Connect your devices by using the...
... your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your Notebook PC. 56 Notebook PC E-Manual Select Devices, then select Bluetooth to search for Bluetooth-enabled devices. 3. Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with the passcode sent to your chosen device. IMPORTANT! Launch Settings from the list. Airplane mode disables this feature. Connect your devices by using the...
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... BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. 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. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. WARNING! We strongly recommend that controls the POST is a series...
... BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. 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. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. WARNING! We strongly recommend that controls the POST is a series...
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To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. When you an overview of the...
To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. When you an overview of the...
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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. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Security This menu allows you to input this before entering BIOS. Notebook PC E-Manual 65
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. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Security This menu allows you to input this before entering BIOS. Notebook PC E-Manual 65
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Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. 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 To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from the ASUS website. 2.
Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. 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 To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from the ASUS website. 2.
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... recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its factory settings. This option resets your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - 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 resetting...
... recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its factory settings. This option resets your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - 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 resetting...
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... all external devices and ensure you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to create a backup data...
... all external devices and ensure you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to create a backup data...
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... your Notebook PC. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your Notebook PC may be affected by the angle and current position of your display panel. 3. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Hardware FAQs 1. How can I fix this...
... your Notebook PC. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your Notebook PC may be affected by the angle and current position of your display panel. 3. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Hardware FAQs 1. How can I fix this...
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... connected to turn up . Why is my touchpad not working ? My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your local ASUS service center for assistance. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. When I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What should I play audio...
... connected to turn up . Why is my touchpad not working ? My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your local ASUS service center for assistance. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. When I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What should I play audio...
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... shutdown your local ASUS service center for at least four (4) seconds. How can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Software FAQs 1. What can I do when my screen displays this ? Press any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears...
... shutdown your local ASUS service center for at least four (4) seconds. How can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Software FAQs 1. What can I do when my screen displays this ? Press any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears...
