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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...18 Right Side...19 Left Side...20 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Using the touchpad...27 Using the keyboard...34 Function keys...34 Windows® 10 keys...35 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...18 Right Side...19 Left Side...20 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Using the touchpad...27 Using the keyboard...34 Function keys...34 Windows® 10 keys...35 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Snap hotspots...46 Action Center...48 Other keyboard shortcuts 49 Connecting to wireless networks 51 Wi-Fi...51 Bluetooth...52 Airplane mode...53 Turning your Notebook PC off 54 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 55 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 58 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 58 BIOS...58 Accessing BIOS...58 BIOS Settings...59 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Snap hotspots...46 Action Center...48 Other keyboard shortcuts 49 Connecting to wireless networks 51 Wi-Fi...51 Bluetooth...52 Airplane mode...53 Turning your Notebook PC off 54 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 55 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 58 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 58 BIOS...58 Accessing BIOS...58 BIOS Settings...59 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you how to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to use the different parts of your Notebook...
... Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you how to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer to use the different parts of your Notebook...
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... your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Use a ... Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove ...
... your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Use a ... Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Remove ...
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... lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is less than 95%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is plugged to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock...
... lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is less than 95%. Refer to the following table for details: Color Solid Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is plugged to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock...
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... an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to turn your Notebook PC on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 In the event that your Notebook PC to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power button Press the power button to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. You can also use the function keys, allows quick access to sleep or hibernate mode and wake...
... an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to turn your Notebook PC on or off. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 In the event that your Notebook PC to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Power button Press the power button to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. You can also use the function keys, allows quick access to sleep or hibernate mode and wake...
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... 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
... 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to your Notebook PC • Log off 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...
... to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can use the Start menu to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 39 Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to your Notebook PC • Log off 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...
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Launches Search Launches Project panel Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the context menu of the Start button Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens Narrator Settings* * On selected models 50 Notebook PC E-Manual
Launches Search Launches Project panel Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the context menu of the Start button Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens Narrator Settings* * On selected models 50 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests 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 BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to the following information for system startup in the following methods: 58 Notebook PC E-Manual The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot...
... hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests 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 BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to the following information for system startup in the following methods: 58 Notebook PC E-Manual The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot...
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... model and territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 59 • 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. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup...
... model and territory. Notebook PC E-Manual 59 • 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. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. EZ Mode This menu appears when you enter the BIOS setup...
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It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 61
It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 61
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Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2.
Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. 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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... a power source before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Windows® 10 allows you to its factory settings. This option resets your Notebook PC to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - Using this option. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! • Backup...
... a power source before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Windows® 10 allows you to its factory settings. This option resets your Notebook PC to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - Using this option. 66 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! • Backup...
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... 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 - Product key for your Notebook PC To help you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to resetting your Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful tips for your operating systems and other installed...
... 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 - Product key for your Notebook PC To help you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to resetting your Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful tips for your operating systems and other installed...
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... Notebook PC. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect 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 of your display panel. 3. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC. How can I maximize my Notebook PC 's battery life? You may also vary per model. How can I fix...
... Notebook PC. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect 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 of your display panel. 3. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC. How can I maximize my Notebook PC 's battery life? You may also vary per model. How can I fix...
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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 Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . Why is attached correctly. When I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What...
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 Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . Why is attached correctly. When I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? What...
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... fix this? 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 assistance. 3. You 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...
... fix this? 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 assistance. 3. You 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 the ENERGY STAR joint program. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on the keyboard, or press the power button. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with global environmental regulations. Department of user inactivity. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after...
... the mouse or press any key on the ENERGY STAR joint program. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on the keyboard, or press the power button. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with global environmental regulations. Department of user inactivity. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after...
