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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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... 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power-On...
... 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power-On...
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.... 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 near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Remove any extra moisture from...
.... 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 near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Remove any extra moisture from...
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... typing. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad...
... typing. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad...
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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 in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. 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 in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks...
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... connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. 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...
... connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. 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...
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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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... a trained service personnel. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed for more details. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC...
... a trained service personnel. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed for more details. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that run when you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC...
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... information. 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. • 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 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this...
... information. 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. • 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 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this...
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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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 It also allows you to control the access 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.
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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 It also allows you to control the access 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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Restart your Notebook PC. 4. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2.
Restart your Notebook PC. 4. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2.
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...; Backup all your data files before resetting your system. Windows® 10 allows you to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its settings to its factory settings. Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to...
...; Backup all your data files before resetting your system. Windows® 10 allows you to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its settings to its factory settings. Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords to...
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... to resetting your Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Product key for a long period of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here 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...
... to resetting your Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Product key for a long period of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here 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...
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... connection, switch your system into Airplane 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...
... connection, switch your system into Airplane 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...
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... my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? 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 your local ASUS service center for a minute, then reconnect them again to turn up . What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? Why...
... my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? 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 your local ASUS service center for a minute, then reconnect them again to turn up . What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? Why...
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... battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. Contact your system. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • 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...
... battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. Contact your system. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • 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...
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... the mouse or press any key on regulation requirements. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on power management and its benefits to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of user inactivity. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems...
... the mouse or press any key on regulation requirements. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on power management and its benefits to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of user inactivity. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems...