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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 ... 90 Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED 90 UL Safety Notices...91 Power Safety Requirement 92 TV Notices...92 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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 ... 90 Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED 90 UL Safety Notices...91 Power Safety Requirement 92 TV Notices...92 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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... 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 your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows®...
... 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 your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows®...
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... as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your...
... as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your...
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... an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. 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 the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 It...
... an intuitive user experience. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. 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 the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. NOTE: For more details, refer to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 It...
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... and by the specifications for product service or assistance on your body to prevent injury from authorized retailers to hot while in appearance depending on model. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. • Purchase components from heat. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Your Notebook PC can block...
... and by the specifications for product service or assistance on your body to prevent injury from authorized retailers to hot while in appearance depending on model. WARNING! The battery pack cannot be disassembled. • Purchase components from heat. Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in use or while charging the battery pack. Notebook PC E-Manual 19 Your Notebook PC can block...
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... Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks...
... Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks...
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...'s battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
...'s battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
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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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... 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 from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC • Log off your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual...
... 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 from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC • Log off your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... or boot failure. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to 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. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn...
... or boot failure. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to 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. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn...
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... 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. • 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 When you an overview of the basic system information. To access the Advanced Mode for...
... 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. • 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 When you an overview of the basic system information. To access the Advanced Mode for...
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It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 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 65 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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Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from the ASUS website. 2.
Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from the ASUS website. 2.
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... factory settings. This option allows you can restore your Notebook PC to help improve performance. 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 default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - This option resets your Notebook PC to a power source before resetting...
... factory settings. This option allows you can restore your Notebook PC to help improve performance. 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 default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - This option resets your Notebook PC to a power source before resetting...
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... To help you maximize the use your Notebook PC for your Notebook PC: - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Backup data - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual If you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you...
... To help you maximize the use your Notebook PC for your Notebook PC: - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Backup data - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual If you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you...
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What should I fix this? You can I turn on the Notebook PC. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up...
What should I fix this? You can I turn on the Notebook PC. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up...
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... power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? Why is attached correctly. You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? 4. Contact your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. When I play audio and video...
... power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? Why is attached correctly. You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? 4. Contact your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. When I play audio and video...
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...; Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove 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, contact your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 3. Contact your system. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system...
...; Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove 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, contact your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 3. Contact your system. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system...
