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... disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...17 Right Side...19 Left Side...22 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Using the touchpad...29 Using the keyboard...36 Function keys...36 Windows® 10 keys...37 Multimedia control keys 38 Using the numeric keypad 39 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...17 Right Side...19 Left Side...22 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...26 Charge your Notebook PC 26 Lift to open the display panel 28 Press the power button 28 Using the touchpad...29 Using the keyboard...36 Function keys...36 Windows® 10 keys...37 Multimedia control keys 38 Using the numeric keypad 39 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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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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... your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 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 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook...
... your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 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 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook...
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... place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose 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. Do not expose...
... place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose 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. Do not expose...
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... simple audio recording. Camera The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. Microphone The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Keyboard The keyboard...
... simple audio recording. Camera The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. Microphone The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Keyboard The keyboard...
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..., books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. Notebook PC E-Manual 23 MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. NOTE: This port does not support three-conductor 3.5 mm microphones. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to connect your headset. You can also use this port to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Headphone/Headset jack This port allows you to USB...
..., books, clothing, cables, or other protected content playback. Notebook PC E-Manual 23 MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. NOTE: This port does not support three-conductor 3.5 mm microphones. Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to connect your headset. You can also use this port to exit the Notebook PC. WARNING! Headphone/Headset jack This port allows you to USB...
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... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on for the first time. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of in this device...
... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on for the first time. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of in this device...
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... the backlit keyboard* Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard* 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. * On selected models 36 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.
... the backlit keyboard* Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard* 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. * On selected models 36 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.
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... Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can 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...
... Notebook PC to sleep Launch Settings Launch File Explorer You can 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...
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... the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During...
... the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. WARNING! Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During...
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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. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. 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. When you an overview of the...
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. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. 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. When you an overview of the...
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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 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 BIOS. 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 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 BIOS. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC.
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Connect your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. 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.
Connect your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. 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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... restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its settings to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - You must backup your data before resetting your system. This option allows you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user...
... restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its settings to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - You must backup your data before resetting your system. This option allows you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user...
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Backup data - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. If 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 data...
Backup data - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. If 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 data...
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... function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the appearance of your display panel. 3. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? My display panel...
... function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the display brightness. • If you are not using any of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the appearance of your display panel. 3. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? My display panel...
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... them again to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Why is attached correctly. 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 the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. Contact your touchpad. 6.
... them again to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Why is attached correctly. 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 the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. Contact your touchpad. 6.
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...: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. You can I turn on my screen. How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. When I fix this ? Contact your system. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up...
...: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. You can I turn on my screen. How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. When I fix this ? Contact your system. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up...
