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... 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 the numeric keypad 40...
... 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 the numeric keypad 40...
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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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... change the settings of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you how to for your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working...
... change the settings of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you how to for your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working...
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... electrical fields. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or...
... electrical fields. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or...
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... manual. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Keyboard The keyboard...
... manual. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Keyboard The keyboard...
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... is plugged to 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Color Solid White Solid Orange 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 MicroSD card slot This built-in sleep mode.
... is plugged to 100%. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Color Solid White Solid Orange 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 MicroSD card slot This built-in sleep mode.
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... 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 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 Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only...
... 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 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 Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only...
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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 your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to 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 your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to 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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... installed a new system component that are needed for more details. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to most conditions of a trained service personnel. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings...
... installed a new system component that are needed for more details. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to most conditions of a trained service personnel. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings...
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... the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . Notebook PC E-Manual 63 • 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. 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...
... the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . Notebook PC E-Manual 63 • 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. 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...
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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 to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 It also allows you will be prompted to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. Security This menu allows you to input this before entering BIOS.
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 to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 65 It also allows you will be prompted to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I/O) interface, and USB interface. Security This menu allows you to input this before entering BIOS.
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Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1.
Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Connect your Notebook PC. 4. 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 Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1.
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Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual This option resets your data before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - You must backup your Notebook PC to its factory settings. 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 a power source before...
Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual This option resets your data before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - You must backup your Notebook PC to its factory settings. 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 a power source before...
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... 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 data and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Useful tips for...
... 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 data and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Useful tips for...
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... position of your display panel. 3. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. 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 using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How can I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? Hardware FAQs 1. A black dot, or sometimes...
... position of your display panel. 3. What should I turn on the Notebook PC. 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 using any Wi-Fi connection, switch your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How can I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? Hardware FAQs 1. A black dot, or sometimes...
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... the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. 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 touchpad. 6. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact...
... the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. 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 touchpad. 6. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact...
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... 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 might have a memory storage problem. You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. What should I turn on my screen. How can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media...
... 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 might have a memory storage problem. You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. What should I turn on my screen. How can I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media...
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... standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement 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 the U.S. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on regulation requirements...
... standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement 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 the U.S. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on regulation requirements...