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... 1-9 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-9 Safety Instructions...1-10 MSI Highlights ...1-13 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-6 Right Side View...2-7 Left Side View...2-8 Rear Side View...2-9 Bottom Side View 2-10 How to Use the Keyboard 2-12 Windows Key...2-12 Enable Quick FN Launch Keys 2-13 Use Quick FN Launch Keys 2-13 Snip and Sketch...2-14 Use Multiple Monitors 2-15 Application: True Color (optional 2-15 Specifications...2-16 1-3
... 1-9 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-9 Safety Instructions...1-10 MSI Highlights ...1-13 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-6 Right Side View...2-7 Left Side View...2-8 Rear Side View...2-9 Bottom Side View 2-10 How to Use the Keyboard 2-12 Windows Key...2-12 Enable Quick FN Launch Keys 2-13 Use Quick FN Launch Keys 2-13 Snip and Sketch...2-14 Use Multiple Monitors 2-15 Application: True Color (optional 2-15 Specifications...2-16 1-3
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... Create a Password 3-15 Set up a PIN...3-17 Set up a Facial Login with IR Camera 3-18 How to Use the Touchpad 3-20 About HDD and SSD 3-21 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-21 How to Connect the Internet 3-22 Wireless LAN...3-22 Wired LAN...3-24 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection 3-29 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-29 How to Connect External Devices 3-32 Video: How to Use RAID Function (optional 3-33 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS 3-34 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks...
... Create a Password 3-15 Set up a PIN...3-17 Set up a Facial Login with IR Camera 3-18 How to Use the Touchpad 3-20 About HDD and SSD 3-21 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-21 How to Connect the Internet 3-22 Wireless LAN...3-22 Wired LAN...3-24 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection 3-29 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-29 How to Connect External Devices 3-32 Video: How to Use RAID Function (optional 3-33 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS 3-34 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks...
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... product may be upgradable or replaceable by the manufacturer within 5 years at the time. Do not attempt to be fulfilled by user's request depending on the models users purchased. Please contact the manufacturer via http:// www.msi.com/support/ for product service information. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., preinstalled...
... product may be upgradable or replaceable by the manufacturer within 5 years at the time. Do not attempt to be fulfilled by user's request depending on the models users purchased. Please contact the manufacturer via http:// www.msi.com/support/ for product service information. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., preinstalled...
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...MSI, or a compatible one purchased from overheating. 1-10 Do not place anything on top of the power cord. • Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before setting it up. • Do not lay the notebook on an unstable surface while using it, such as your lap, bed, pillow, or sofa, etc... • Do not cover...8226; Always use the AC/DC adapter and power cord approved by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. • If a power cord with 3-prong plug came with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard. • Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or...
...MSI, or a compatible one purchased from overheating. 1-10 Do not place anything on top of the power cord. • Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before setting it up. • Do not lay the notebook on an unstable surface while using it, such as your lap, bed, pillow, or sofa, etc... • Do not cover...8226; Always use the AC/DC adapter and power cord approved by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. • If a power cord with 3-prong plug came with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard. • Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or...
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... this key to Use the Keyboard for details. 5. Keyboard The built-in chapter 3 for details. 4. Refer to How to force the computer into sleep state. Refer to How to turn the notebook power OFF. Introductions 1. Status LED Num Lock Glows when the Num Lock function is the pointing device of a notebook keyboard. Touchpad This is activated. 3. Press again to wake up user's fingerprints on , press this key to Set Up Windows...
... this key to Use the Keyboard for details. 5. Keyboard The built-in chapter 3 for details. 4. Refer to How to force the computer into sleep state. Refer to How to turn the notebook power OFF. Introductions 1. Status LED Num Lock Glows when the Num Lock function is the pointing device of a notebook keyboard. Touchpad This is activated. 3. Press again to wake up user's fingerprints on , press this key to Set Up Windows...
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... stylus Use MSI proactive stylus on . • The built-in webcam can be used for picture taking, video recording or conferencing, and so on the notebook. Touch Screen Monitor (optional) • This optionally equipped 10-point multi-touch screen monitor allows users to the webcam, blinks when webcam function is activated; Webcam/ Webcam LED/ Internal Microphone • This built-in webcam may optionally equipped with the notebook by using fingers or stylus. • Adjustable rotating display panels, Clamshell/ Stand/ Tent/ Tablet modes, are supported optionally...
... stylus Use MSI proactive stylus on . • The built-in webcam can be used for picture taking, video recording or conferencing, and so on the notebook. Touch Screen Monitor (optional) • This optionally equipped 10-point multi-touch screen monitor allows users to the webcam, blinks when webcam function is activated; Webcam/ Webcam LED/ Internal Microphone • This built-in webcam may optionally equipped with the notebook by using fingers or stylus. • Adjustable rotating display panels, Clamshell/ Stand/ Tent/ Tablet modes, are supported optionally...
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... View 1. Power/ Thunderbolt (Type-C) combo ports (optional) • Always plug the provided AC/DC adapter that it is connected. (Follow the Intel® ThunderboltTM protocol specification). • The notebook can be charged via this port with a power bank. Be noted that comes with a power bank and a separate cable. • To connect devices to the notebook and charge the battery pack. • Thunderbolt™ supports USB, PCIe, HDMI, DisplayPort connection; 8K display monitor output; and...
... View 1. Power/ Thunderbolt (Type-C) combo ports (optional) • Always plug the provided AC/DC adapter that it is connected. (Follow the Intel® ThunderboltTM protocol specification). • The notebook can be charged via this port with a power bank. Be noted that comes with a power bank and a separate cable. • To connect devices to the notebook and charge the battery pack. • Thunderbolt™ supports USB, PCIe, HDMI, DisplayPort connection; 8K display monitor output; and...
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Use the FN keys on the keyboard which is a must to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to work more efficiently. With the help of these keys, users will be able to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-12 Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard. Introductions How to activate the specific applications or tools.
Use the FN keys on the keyboard which is a must to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to work more efficiently. With the help of these keys, users will be able to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-12 Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard. Introductions How to activate the specific applications or tools.
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... ESC keycap, to learn the status. LED off under default settings. 2-13 Microphone • Press to enable or disable the microphone function. • Microphone is turned off : Quick FN Launch keys enabled. Touchpad Press to F12, has a built-in speaker's volume. Webcam • Enable or disable the webcam function. • Make sure the Webcam Lock Switch is set of Quick FN Launch Keys. Use Quick FN Launch Keys Speaker Settings • F1: Mute the built-in speakers. • F2: Decrease the...
... ESC keycap, to learn the status. LED off under default settings. 2-13 Microphone • Press to enable or disable the microphone function. • Microphone is turned off : Quick FN Launch keys enabled. Touchpad Press to F12, has a built-in speaker's volume. Webcam • Enable or disable the webcam function. • Make sure the Webcam Lock Switch is set of Quick FN Launch Keys. Use Quick FN Launch Keys Speaker Settings • F1: Mute the built-in speakers. • F2: Decrease the...
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... notebook may be pre-installing with a versatile utility, MSI Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in MSI Center. Screen Rotation Rotate the screen upside down for 180 degrees. Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both. Keyboard Backlight LED Settings (optional) Press repeatedly to select a backlight LED level according to switch the User Scenario in multitasking. • Use this key to your preference. LCD Settings • F9: Decrease the LCD brightness...
... notebook may be pre-installing with a versatile utility, MSI Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in MSI Center. Screen Rotation Rotate the screen upside down for 180 degrees. Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both. Keyboard Backlight LED Settings (optional) Press repeatedly to select a backlight LED level according to switch the User Scenario in multitasking. • Use this key to your preference. LCD Settings • F9: Decrease the LCD brightness...
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...; Use both keys to project on the second screen from the selections of PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend, and Second screen only. Application: True Color (optional) This notebook may be allowed to customize the display settings. • Connect the monitor to the notebook. • Press and hold the Windows key, and then press [P] key to + bring up [Project]. • Select how you want your display to change...
...; Use both keys to project on the second screen from the selections of PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend, and Second screen only. Application: True Color (optional) This notebook may be allowed to customize the display settings. • Connect the monitor to the notebook. • Press and hold the Windows key, and then press [P] key to + bring up [Project]. • Select how you want your display to change...
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I/O Port USB ThunderboltTM Audio Video Card Reader Webcam Lock Switch Communication Port Wireless LAN Bluetooth Display LCD Type (optional) Touch Screen MSI Pen Rotating Display Panel (optional) Video Graphics VRAM 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 2 x USB Type-C (optional) • PCIe, HDMI, DisplayPort connection optionally supported • 8K display monitor output • Up to 40Gbps data rate • Supports Power Delivery function • Supports maximum 9V/3A or 5V/1.5A portable charging power output when AC or DC power is connected. • Choose either way to use Power Delivery function...
I/O Port USB ThunderboltTM Audio Video Card Reader Webcam Lock Switch Communication Port Wireless LAN Bluetooth Display LCD Type (optional) Touch Screen MSI Pen Rotating Display Panel (optional) Video Graphics VRAM 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 2 x USB Type-C (optional) • PCIe, HDMI, DisplayPort connection optionally supported • 8K display monitor output • Up to 40Gbps data rate • Supports Power Delivery function • Supports maximum 9V/3A or 5V/1.5A portable charging power output when AC or DC power is connected. • Choose either way to use Power Delivery function...
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...; Turn off the system without interrupting the charging process. • The Li-ion or Li-polymer battery has no memory effect. ▶▶ Battery type • This notebook may be equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion or Li-polymer battery pack depending on the model you have. • The rechargeable battery pack is an internal power source of time. • Disable unnecessary settings or remove...
...; Turn off the system without interrupting the charging process. • The Li-ion or Li-polymer battery has no memory effect. ▶▶ Battery type • This notebook may be equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion or Li-polymer battery pack depending on the model you have. • The rechargeable battery pack is an internal power source of time. • Disable unnecessary settings or remove...
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How to Get Started Create Your Own Power Plan You are allowed to create your needs most, and give the new power plan a name. Select an existing plan that is automatically set as active. 3-8 Click [Create] to continue. 3. Now you have a new power plan that meets your own Power Plan and customize it to meet personal requirements. 1. Click [Next] to make the customized power plan taking effect. 4. Change the settings for the plan. Click [Create a power plan] in Power Options. 2.
How to Get Started Create Your Own Power Plan You are allowed to create your needs most, and give the new power plan a name. Select an existing plan that is automatically set as active. 3-8 Click [Create] to continue. 3. Now you have a new power plan that meets your own Power Plan and customize it to meet personal requirements. 1. Click [Next] to make the customized power plan taking effect. 4. Change the settings for the plan. Click [Create a power plan] in Power Options. 2.
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... set up Settings and locate [Accounts]. 2. Once you 're allowed to use Windows. In Sign-in with a touch. Follow below instructions to create a new password. 4. Enter again to verify your Windows 10 devices using fingerprint or facial recognition. Create a Password 1. Follow on-screen instruction to login with a quick swipe or glance. How to Get Started How to Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Login (optional) Windows Hello is a more secure, personal way to get instant access...
... set up Settings and locate [Accounts]. 2. Once you 're allowed to use Windows. In Sign-in with a touch. Follow below instructions to create a new password. 4. Enter again to verify your Windows 10 devices using fingerprint or facial recognition. Create a Password 1. Follow on-screen instruction to login with a quick swipe or glance. How to Get Started How to Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Login (optional) Windows Hello is a more secure, personal way to get instant access...
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.... 5. Open up a password and PIN code before you 'll be able to create a new password. 4. Create a Password 1. Find [Sign-in options] within the Accounts selection menu, and click [Password] in Sign-in with a look. Skip this section, if a password has been set up Settings, find and click [Accounts]. 2. You need to set successfully. 3-15 Follow the instructions as below to use Windows. The feature requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports...
.... 5. Open up a password and PIN code before you 'll be able to create a new password. 4. Create a Password 1. Find [Sign-in options] within the Accounts selection menu, and click [Password] in Sign-in with a look. Skip this section, if a password has been set up Settings, find and click [Accounts]. 2. You need to set successfully. 3-15 Follow the instructions as below to use Windows. The feature requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports...
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How to Get Started Set up ] button under [Windows Hello Face]. 2. If you either way. Follow the Windows Hello setup wizards; Position your face. 4. This will register your face in options, click the [Set up a Facial Login with IR Camera 1. Complete the setup. Click [Remove] to go through the setup again without them. The camera will help the system recognize you wore glasses while setting up face recognition, click [Improve recognition] to cancel the facial login setup. 3-18 In Sign-in the center of the frame that appears on screen. Click [Get started] button. 3.
How to Get Started Set up ] button under [Windows Hello Face]. 2. If you either way. Follow the Windows Hello setup wizards; Position your face. 4. This will register your face in options, click the [Set up a Facial Login with IR Camera 1. Complete the setup. Click [Remove] to go through the setup again without them. The camera will help the system recognize you wore glasses while setting up face recognition, click [Improve recognition] to cancel the facial login setup. 3-18 In Sign-in the center of the frame that appears on screen. Click [Get started] button. 3.
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... on a proper location of the touchpad to swap the functions of the two buttons. How to Get Started How to Use the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen. ▶▶ Configure the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to change the size...
... on a proper location of the touchpad to swap the functions of the two buttons. How to Get Started How to Use the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen. ▶▶ Configure the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to change the size...
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... HDD and SSD This notebook may be equipped with M.2 SSD slots for the replacement of operating your notebook. Do not attempt to remove or install the HDD and SSD when the notebook is powered on the touchpad is the basics of the HDDs and SSDs. About M.2 SSD Slot The notebook may be equipped with hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) depending on the touchpad or press the left button...
... HDD and SSD This notebook may be equipped with M.2 SSD slots for the replacement of operating your notebook. Do not attempt to remove or install the HDD and SSD when the notebook is powered on the touchpad is the basics of the HDDs and SSDs. About M.2 SSD Slot The notebook may be equipped with hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) depending on the touchpad or press the left button...
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... Properties window, find and click [Network & Internet]. 2. Click [Use the following IP address] and [Use the following DNS server addresses] in General tab. Then click [OK]. 3-24 Fill the IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway, Preferred DNS server, and Alternate DNS server. How to Get Started Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to continue. 8. Then click [Properties] to continue. 6. Open up Settings...
... Properties window, find and click [Network & Internet]. 2. Click [Use the following IP address] and [Use the following DNS server addresses] in General tab. Then click [OK]. 3-24 Fill the IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway, Preferred DNS server, and Alternate DNS server. How to Get Started Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to continue. 8. Then click [Properties] to continue. 6. Open up Settings...