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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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... 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 can refer to change the settings of 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...
... 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 can refer to change the settings of 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...
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... not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. 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. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution...
... not place objects on or near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. 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. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution...
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... 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to the Using the keyboard section...
... 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to the Using the keyboard section...
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... is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. 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
... is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. 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
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...; Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter. WARNING! 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 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...
...; Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter. WARNING! 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 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...
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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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Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app 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 off from the taskbar Launch Search Launch the...
Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app 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 off from the taskbar Launch Search Launch the...
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... system hardware settings that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component...
... system hardware settings that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. WARNING! Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component...
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... 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 . Notebook PC E-Manual 63 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...
... 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 . Notebook PC E-Manual 63 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...
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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. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. 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 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. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. 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 then access the BIOS settings. 5. 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 To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4.
Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. 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 To update the BIOS: 1. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4.
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... recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - Windows® 10 allows you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual This option resets your system. Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords...
... recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - Windows® 10 allows you refresh your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual This option resets your system. Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords...
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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 least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you are not going to use of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured...
Backup data - Internet connection information 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you are not going to use of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured...
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... should I fix this? Notebook PC E-Manual 75 The color and brightness of your Notebook PC. The brightness and color tone of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the appearance of your display panel may also vary per model. How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life...
... should I fix this? Notebook PC E-Manual 75 The color and brightness of your Notebook PC. The brightness and color tone of the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the appearance of your display panel may also vary per model. How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your system. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life...
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... ASUS service center for assistance. 5. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to turn up . Why is my touchpad not working ? Contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? My battery charge indicator does not light...
... ASUS service center for assistance. 5. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to turn up . Why is my touchpad not working ? Contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? My battery charge indicator does not light...
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My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. You can I do to restart."? What should I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. When I do when my screen displays this ? Press any of the...
My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. You can I do to restart."? What should I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. When I do when my screen displays this ? Press any of the...
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... 96 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.htm for detail information on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. Environmental...
... 96 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.htm for detail information on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. Environmental...