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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...17 Right Side...19 Left Side...20 Front 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 Windows® 10 keys...37 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...17 Right Side...19 Left Side...20 Front 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 Windows® 10 keys...37 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 Statement 86 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 87 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 87 Compliance...
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 Statement 86 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 87 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 87 Compliance...
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... different parts 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 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. Notebook PC E-Manual...
... different parts 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 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. Notebook PC E-Manual...
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.... 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack...
.... 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack...
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... camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to use . Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. It also enables you to Windows...
... camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in camera allows you to use . Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. It also enables you to Windows...
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... while using your Notebook PC on your power adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter before turning it...
... while using your Notebook PC on your power adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter before turning it...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys 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 your Notebook PC. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys 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 your Notebook PC. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel 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 or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Toggles between insert mode and overtype mode Displays the drop-down menu* * On selected models Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 37
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Toggles between insert mode and overtype mode Displays the drop-down menu* * On selected models Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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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 PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and...
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 PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and...
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... run troubleshooting options using any of the following information for system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that requires further BIOS settings or updates. You...
... run troubleshooting options using any of the following information for system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that requires further BIOS settings or updates. You...
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... by model and territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 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. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. When you an overview of the basic system information. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery...
... by model and territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 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. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. When you an overview of the basic system information. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery...
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It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 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 will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Security This menu allows 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 63 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 will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS. Security This menu allows 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.
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Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 66 Notebook PC E-Manual
Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 66 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - This option resets your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - Windows® 10 allows you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). 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...
... any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - This option resets your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - Windows® 10 allows you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). 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...
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Backup data - Internet connection information 72 Notebook PC E-Manual Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you maximize the use of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all...
Backup data - Internet connection information 72 Notebook PC E-Manual Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you maximize the use of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all...
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... current position of your system. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I do? My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 Hardware FAQs 1. How can I fix this? The color and brightness of your display panel may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not...
... current position of your system. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I do? My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 Hardware FAQs 1. How can I fix this? The color and brightness of your display panel may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not...
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... touchpad not working ? Contact your touchpad. 6. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? 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 enable your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Press to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual...
... touchpad not working ? Contact your touchpad. 6. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? 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 enable your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Press to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... when my screen displays this ? How can I do to restart."? Press any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. You can try doing any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Contact your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart...
... when my screen displays this ? How can I do to restart."? Press any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. You can try doing any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Contact your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart...
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... the user. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! If resetting is not covered by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to view DVD titles. While DVD movie content may be limited to a particular region (usually coded to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. You can only play DVD movies for specific geographic regions as defined in "Region Definitions" below. DVD-ROM Drive Information The DVD-ROM drive...
... the user. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! If resetting is not covered by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to view DVD titles. While DVD movie content may be limited to a particular region (usually coded to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. You can only play DVD movies for specific geographic regions as defined in "Region Definitions" below. DVD-ROM Drive Information The DVD-ROM drive...
