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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...21 Left Side...22 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 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...21 Left Side...22 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Snap hotspots...48 Action Center...50 Other keyboard shortcuts 51 Connecting to wireless networks 53 Wi-Fi...53 Bluetooth...54 Airplane mode...55 Turning your Notebook PC off 56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 57 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 60 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 60 BIOS...60 Accessing BIOS...60 BIOS Settings...61 Recovering your system 68 Performing a recovery option 69 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Snap hotspots...48 Action Center...50 Other keyboard shortcuts 51 Connecting to wireless networks 53 Wi-Fi...53 Bluetooth...54 Airplane mode...55 Turning your Notebook PC off 56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 57 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 60 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 60 BIOS...60 Accessing BIOS...60 BIOS Settings...61 Recovering your system 68 Performing a recovery option 69 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 72 Hardware FAQs...73 Software FAQs...76 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 80 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 82 Internal Modem Compliancy 82 Overview...83 Network Compatibility Declaration 83 Non-Voice Equipment...83 Federal Communications Commission Interference ...233;claration d'Industrie Canada relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio..... 89 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 90 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 90 UL Safety Notices...92 Power Safety Requirement 93 TV Notices...93 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 72 Hardware FAQs...73 Software FAQs...76 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 80 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 82 Internal Modem Compliancy 82 Overview...83 Network Compatibility Declaration 83 Non-Voice Equipment...83 Federal Communications Commission Interference ...233;claration d'Industrie Canada relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio..... 89 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 90 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 90 UL Safety Notices...92 Power Safety Requirement 93 TV Notices...93 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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... shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of 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 using Windows® 10 in...
... shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to change the settings of 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 using Windows® 10 in...
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... 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. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic...
... 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. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for better voice recognition and audio recording. Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when the built-in use. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Array microphones The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and beam forming functions for...
Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for better voice recognition and audio recording. Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when the built-in use. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Array microphones The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and beam forming functions for...
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... intuitive user experience. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC. NOTE: For more details, refer to hear audio straight from your Notebook PC's keyboard. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Audio features are software-controlled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock...
... intuitive user experience. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC. NOTE: For more details, refer to hear audio straight from your Notebook PC's keyboard. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Audio features are software-controlled. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Using capital lock...
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... external microphone. Right Side Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect amplified speakers or headphones. The icon indicates this port to USB 2.0. You can also use this port's USB Charger+ feature which allows you to quick-charge mobile devices. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats...
... external microphone. Right Side Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect amplified speakers or headphones. The icon indicates this port to USB 2.0. You can also use this port's USB Charger+ feature which allows you to quick-charge mobile devices. USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+ 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats...
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... main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC from children. 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). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. IMPORTANT! • Locate the...
... main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC from children. 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). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. IMPORTANT! • Locate the...
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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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... 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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... installed a new system component that are needed for more details. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Using POST to the following methods: 60 Notebook PC E-Manual...
... installed a new system component that are needed for more details. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Using POST to the following methods: 60 Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select Restart now under Advanced startup. 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...
... the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select Restart now under Advanced startup. 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...
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Notebook PC E-Manual 63 Security This menu allows you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. 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 your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control the access to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface.
Notebook PC E-Manual 63 Security This menu allows you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. 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 your Notebook PC. It also allows you to control the access to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface.
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Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4.
Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4.
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... simply refresh its settings to help improve performance. Using this option. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual This option resets your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - IMPORTANT! • Backup all your data files before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Windows® 10 allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its factory settings. You must backup your system.
... simply refresh its settings to help improve performance. Using this option. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual This option resets your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - IMPORTANT! • Backup all your data files before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Windows® 10 allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its factory settings. You must backup your system.
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...: • 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 resetting your Notebook PC: - Log in an external storage drive. •...
...: • 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 resetting your Notebook PC: - Log in an external storage drive. •...
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... angle and current position of your display panel may also vary per model. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 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 system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot...
... angle and current position of your display panel may also vary per model. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 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 system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot...
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... ASUS service center for assistance. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Press to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? Why is attached correctly. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? My battery charge indicator...
... ASUS service center for assistance. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Press to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? Why is attached correctly. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? My battery charge indicator...
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... suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. What should I do when my screen displays this ? Software FAQs 1. Contact your system. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Press 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...
... suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. What should I do when my screen displays this ? Software FAQs 1. Contact your system. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Press 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...