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......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...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...
......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...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...
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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 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 89 Compliance...
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 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 89 Compliance...
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.... 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 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Tips...
.... 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 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Tips...
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...your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a ...clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual...
...your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a ...clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual...
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Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also enables you to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to use of a regular mouse. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or...
Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also enables you to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to use of a regular mouse. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or...
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...-in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
...-in sleep mode. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC is between 10% to a power source and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn 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 the power socket. Notebook PC E-Manual 29 IMPORTANT! • Locate...
... Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn 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 the power socket. Notebook PC E-Manual 29 IMPORTANT! • Locate...
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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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... 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 the taskbar Launch Search Launch the Start menu Launch All apps Shut down, restart, or put your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to do these common activities: • Start...
... 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 the taskbar Launch Search Launch the Start menu Launch All apps Shut down, restart, or put your Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to do these common activities: • Start...
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The default BIOS settings apply to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to the following methods: 62 Notebook PC E-Manual We strongly recommend that run troubleshooting options using any of the following information for...
The default BIOS settings apply to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to the following methods: 62 Notebook PC E-Manual We strongly recommend that run troubleshooting options using any of the following information for...
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... Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select Restart now under Advanced startup. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . Notebook PC E-Manual 63 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen...
... Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select Restart now under Advanced startup. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . Notebook PC E-Manual 63 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen...
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It also allows you to control the access to input this before entering BIOS. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 Security This menu allows you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to your Notebook PC.
It also allows you to control the access to input this before entering BIOS. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 Security This menu allows you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to your Notebook PC.
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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 . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Connect your Notebook PC. 4. To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5.
Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Connect your Notebook PC. 4. To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5.
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... settings 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 its factory settings. This option allows you refresh your Notebook PC allows you can restore your Notebook PC to a power source before resetting...
... settings 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 its factory settings. This option allows you refresh your Notebook PC allows you can restore your Notebook PC 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 Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup data - Product key...
... 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 Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup data - Product key...
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... mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory. The color and brightness of your display panel may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC 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 display panel. 3. A black...
... mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory. The color and brightness of your display panel may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC 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 display panel. 3. A black...
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...; Check whether the power adapter or battery pack 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 Press to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . You can...
...; Check whether the power adapter or battery pack 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 Press to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . You can...
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... when my screen displays this ? What can try doing any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 2. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for...
... when my screen displays this ? What can try doing any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 2. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for...
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....gov for detail information on regulation requirements. Department of ASUS product is NOT supported on the keyboard. The monitor and computer are automatically set to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.htm for detail information on power management and its benefits to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of...
....gov for detail information on regulation requirements. Department of ASUS product is NOT supported on the keyboard. The monitor and computer are automatically set to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.htm for detail information on power management and its benefits to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of...