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Getting Started 2-1 Safety & Comfort Tips 2-2 Hardware Setup 2-3 3. System Operations 3-1 Power Management 3-2 Network Connection (Windows 10 3-4 System Recovery (Windows 10 3-7 System Recovery (F3 Hotkey Recovery 3-11 Contents Copyright and Trademarks Notice iii Revision iii Upgrade and Warranty iv Acquisition of Replaceable Parts iv Technical Support iv Chemical Substances Information v Battery Information v Safety Instructions vi CE Conformity viii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement viii WEEE Statement ix RoHS Statement ix 1. Overview 1-1 Packing ...
Getting Started 2-1 Safety & Comfort Tips 2-2 Hardware Setup 2-3 3. System Operations 3-1 Power Management 3-2 Network Connection (Windows 10 3-4 System Recovery (Windows 10 3-7 System Recovery (F3 Hotkey Recovery 3-11 Contents Copyright and Trademarks Notice iii Revision iii Upgrade and Warranty iv Acquisition of Replaceable Parts iv Technical Support iv Chemical Substances Information v Battery Information v Safety Instructions vi CE Conformity viii FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement viii WEEE Statement ix RoHS Statement ix 1. Overview 1-1 Packing ...
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... if you contact the authorized dealer or service center for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates and other information via https://www.msi.com/support/ for further guidance. Technical Support If a problem arises with your computer and no solution can be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of spare parts. Visit the MSI website for any upgrade or replace service. It is strongly recommended that you are...
... if you contact the authorized dealer or service center for technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates and other information via https://www.msi.com/support/ for further guidance. Technical Support If a problem arises with your computer and no solution can be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of spare parts. Visit the MSI website for any upgrade or replace service. It is strongly recommended that you are...
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... battery. Safety Instructions ◙◙ Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. ◙◙ All cautions and warnings on the computer or user's manual should be left unused for use with this computer. ◙◙ Power Rating vi »» 450W: 100-240V~, 50-60Hz, 6-2.5A (MPG Trident A) »» 650W: 100-240V~, 50-60Hz, 10-5A (MPG Trident A, MEG Trident...
... battery. Safety Instructions ◙◙ Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. ◙◙ All cautions and warnings on the computer or user's manual should be left unused for use with this computer. ◙◙ Power Rating vi »» 450W: 100-240V~, 50-60Hz, 6-2.5A (MPG Trident A) »» 650W: 100-240V~, 50-60Hz, 10-5A (MPG Trident A, MEG Trident...
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..., recycling, and disassembly of MSI products. Green Product Features ◙◙ Reduced energy consumption during use and stand-by ◙◙ Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health vii ◙◙ Easily dismantled and recycled ◙◙ Reduced use of natural resources by service personnel: ◙◙ The power cord or plug is damaged. ◙...
..., recycling, and disassembly of MSI products. Green Product Features ◙◙ Reduced energy consumption during use and stand-by ◙◙ Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health vii ◙◙ Easily dismantled and recycled ◙◙ Reduced use of natural resources by service personnel: ◙◙ The power cord or plug is damaged. ◙...
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... a residential installation. this device must be determined by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the following two conditions: 1. This device complies with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. MSI Computer Corp. 901 Canada Court, City of the FCC Rules. However, there is subject to Part 15 of the measures listed below: ￭...
... a residential installation. this device must be determined by the party responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the following two conditions: 1. This device complies with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. MSI Computer Corp. 901 Canada Court, City of the FCC Rules. However, there is subject to Part 15 of the measures listed below: ￭...
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Packing Contents MEG Trident X (Optional) MPG Trident A (Optional) Power Cord User Manual & Quick Guide (Optional) 1-2 Keyboard (Optional) Tempered Glass Side Panel with Lock Mechanism (Optional) Mouse (Optional) * Please contact us immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing. * The illustrations are for reference only and your packing contents may slightly vary depending on the model you purchased.
Packing Contents MEG Trident X (Optional) MPG Trident A (Optional) Power Cord User Manual & Quick Guide (Optional) 1-2 Keyboard (Optional) Tempered Glass Side Panel with Lock Mechanism (Optional) Mouse (Optional) * Please contact us immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing. * The illustrations are for reference only and your packing contents may slightly vary depending on the model you purchased.
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... various devices, such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices. Overview 1 Drive Activity Indicator LED blinks when the system is accessing the internal storage drives. 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Type-C) USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers up to 480Mbit/s (Hi-Speed) data transfer rate. 5 Microphone Jack This connector is provided for microphones. 1-5 6 Headphone Jack This connector is provided for headphones or speakers. 7 Line-In This connector is provided for external audio output devices. 8 Line...
... various devices, such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices. Overview 1 Drive Activity Indicator LED blinks when the system is accessing the internal storage drives. 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Type-C) USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers up to 480Mbit/s (Hi-Speed) data transfer rate. 5 Microphone Jack This connector is provided for microphones. 1-5 6 Headphone Jack This connector is provided for headphones or speakers. 7 Line-In This connector is provided for external audio output devices. 8 Line...
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On (blinking) The computer is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). Through a single port it . It supports up to 480Mbit/s (Hi-Speed) data transfer rate. Press and hold the Clear CMOS button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to external speakers through an optical fiber cable. 13 Clear CMOS Button Power off your computer. Yellow Green/ Orange 1-6 LED Color LED State Condition Yellow Off LAN link is established. On (steady...
On (blinking) The computer is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). Through a single port it . It supports up to 480Mbit/s (Hi-Speed) data transfer rate. Press and hold the Clear CMOS button for about 5-10 seconds to reset BIOS to external speakers through an optical fiber cable. 13 Clear CMOS Button Power off your computer. Yellow Green/ Orange 1-6 LED Color LED State Condition Yellow Off LAN link is established. On (steady...
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... devices, hard drives, video cameras, etc. 19 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Type-C) USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers up to 5Gbps high-speed data transfer for various devices, such as mouse or keyboard, are suggested to your system. The slim and sleek USB Type-C connector features reversible plug orientation and up to 5V/3A power supply for external devices. 20 DisplayPort DisplayPort is an all-digital audio/ video interface capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports...
... devices, hard drives, video cameras, etc. 19 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Type-C) USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers up to 5Gbps high-speed data transfer for various devices, such as mouse or keyboard, are suggested to your system. The slim and sleek USB Type-C connector features reversible plug orientation and up to 5V/3A power supply for external devices. 20 DisplayPort DisplayPort is an all-digital audio/ video interface capable of transmitting uncompressed streams. HDMI supports...
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Getting Started Hardware Setup hh Connecting the AC Power and Powering On 1. Important When unplugging the AC power cord, always hold the connector part of the cord. Never pull the cord directly. Press the power button to the system and electrical outlet. 1 2 2-3 2. Connect the power cord to power on the system.
Getting Started Hardware Setup hh Connecting the AC Power and Powering On 1. Important When unplugging the AC power cord, always hold the connector part of the cord. Never pull the cord directly. Press the power button to the system and electrical outlet. 1 2 2-3 2. Connect the power cord to power on the system.
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... well as deliver environmental benefits. When used with an external ENERGY STAR qualified monitor, this feature also supports similar power management features of the monitor. Right-click [Start] [Control Panel] from the list and then click [System and Security]. , select Select [Power Options] and choose a power plan that suits your display, hard drive, and battery. Power Management Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential to sleep mode after a period of user inactivity.
... well as deliver environmental benefits. When used with an external ENERGY STAR qualified monitor, this feature also supports similar power management features of the monitor. Right-click [Start] [Control Panel] from the list and then click [System and Security]. , select Select [Power Options] and choose a power plan that suits your display, hard drive, and battery. Power Management Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential to sleep mode after a period of user inactivity.
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...; Turn off the monitor by pressing the monitor power button after a period of user inactivity. ■■ Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize your PC's power management. ■■ Install power saving software to manage your PC's energy consumption. ■■ Always disconnect the AC power cord or switch the wall socket off if your PC would be able to wake up from power saving mode...
...; Turn off the monitor by pressing the monitor power button after a period of user inactivity. ■■ Tune the settings in Power Options under Windows OS to optimize your PC's power management. ■■ Install power saving software to manage your PC's energy consumption. ■■ Always disconnect the AC power cord or switch the wall socket off if your PC would be able to wake up from power saving mode...
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Right-click [Start] and select [Network Connections] from the list. 2. Select [Ethernet] and then [Network and Sharing Center]. 3-4 3. Select [Set up a new connection or network]. Network Connection (Windows 10) hh Wired Network 1.
Right-click [Start] and select [Network Connections] from the list. 2. Select [Ethernet] and then [Network and Sharing Center]. 3-4 3. Select [Set up a new connection or network]. Network Connection (Windows 10) hh Wired Network 1.
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Select [Broadband (PPPoE)] to the Internet] and click [Next]. 5. Choose [Connect to connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password. 6. System Operations 4. Type the information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and click [Connect] to establish your LAN connection. 3-5
Select [Broadband (PPPoE)] to the Internet] and click [Next]. 5. Choose [Connect to connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password. 6. System Operations 4. Type the information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and click [Connect] to establish your LAN connection. 3-5
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To establish a new connection, select [Network and Sharing Center]. 3-6 4. Enter information for the wireless network you intend to add and click [Next] to continue. 6. A list of available WLAN connections pops up a new connection or network]. 5. Select [Set up . Followingly, choose [Manually connect to a wireless network] and click [Next] to proceed. 7. A new WLAN connection has been made. Go to [Start] , click [Settings] and select [Network and Internet]. 2. hh Wireless Network 1. Choose a connection from the list. 3.
To establish a new connection, select [Network and Sharing Center]. 3-6 4. Enter information for the wireless network you intend to add and click [Next] to continue. 6. A list of available WLAN connections pops up a new connection or network]. 5. Select [Set up . Followingly, choose [Manually connect to a wireless network] and click [Next] to proceed. 7. A new WLAN connection has been made. Go to [Start] , click [Settings] and select [Network and Internet]. 2. hh Wireless Network 1. Choose a connection from the list. 3.
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...;■ Restore the system back to the initial status of original manufacturer's default settings. ■■ When some errors have occurred to the operating system in use. ■■ When the operating system is affected by virus and is not able to work normally. ■■ When you want to install the OS with other storage devices. System Operations System Recovery (Windows 10...
...;■ Restore the system back to the initial status of original manufacturer's default settings. ■■ When some errors have occurred to the operating system in use. ■■ When the operating system is affected by virus and is not able to work normally. ■■ When you want to install the OS with other storage devices. System Operations System Recovery (Windows 10...
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The [Choose an option] screen pops up. Select [Recovery] and click [Get started] under [Reset this PC] to [Start] , click [Settings] and select [Update and security]. 2. Choose between [Keep my files] and [Remove everything All drives Just remove my files Remove files and clean the drive Just remove my files Remove files and clean the drive Keep my files Only the drive where Reset this PC 1. Reset this PC Windows is installed Remove everything ]. Go to start the system recovery. 3-8 3.
The [Choose an option] screen pops up. Select [Recovery] and click [Get started] under [Reset this PC] to [Start] , click [Settings] and select [Update and security]. 2. Choose between [Keep my files] and [Remove everything All drives Just remove my files Remove files and clean the drive Just remove my files Remove files and clean the drive Keep my files Only the drive where Reset this PC 1. Reset this PC Windows is installed Remove everything ]. Go to start the system recovery. 3-8 3.
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Click [Reset] to continue. 3-9 3. The [Your apps will be removed] screen shows a list of apps that will show the changes to be made during the process. System Operations 2. The next screen will need to be reinstalled from the web or installation discs. Select [Keep my files]. Click [Next] to start the system reset. hh Keep my files 1.
Click [Reset] to continue. 3-9 3. The [Your apps will be removed] screen shows a list of apps that will show the changes to be made during the process. System Operations 2. The next screen will need to be reinstalled from the web or installation discs. Select [Keep my files]. Click [Next] to start the system reset. hh Keep my files 1.
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Select [Remove everything 1. Then select between [Only the drive where Windows is installed] and [All drives]. 3. Click [Reset] to choose between [Just remove my files] and [Remove files and clean the drive]. 3-10 4. If you have multiple hard drives, a screen will show the changes to be made during the process. The next screen will pop up, asking you to start the system reset. hh Remove everything ]. 2.
Select [Remove everything 1. Then select between [Only the drive where Windows is installed] and [All drives]. 3. Click [Reset] to choose between [Just remove my files] and [Remove files and clean the drive]. 3-10 4. If you have multiple hard drives, a screen will show the changes to be made during the process. The next screen will pop up, asking you to start the system reset. hh Remove everything ]. 2.
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... Recovery) hh Precautions for Using the System Recovery Function 1. On the "Choose an Option" screen, tap "Troubleshoot". 4. On the "RECOVERY SYSTEM" screen, tap "System Partition Recovery". 6. hh Recovering the system with the F3 Hotkey Follow the instructions below to other storage devices. Before using the System Recovery Function, please backup the important data saved on the display. 3. On the "Troubleshoot" screen, tap "Restore MSI factory" to reset the system to the default settings...
... Recovery) hh Precautions for Using the System Recovery Function 1. On the "Choose an Option" screen, tap "Troubleshoot". 4. On the "RECOVERY SYSTEM" screen, tap "System Partition Recovery". 6. hh Recovering the system with the F3 Hotkey Follow the instructions below to other storage devices. Before using the System Recovery Function, please backup the important data saved on the display. 3. On the "Troubleshoot" screen, tap "Restore MSI factory" to reset the system to the default settings...
