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... Action Center...54 Other keyboard shortcuts 55 Connecting to wireless networks 57 Wi-Fi...57 Bluetooth...58 Airplane mode...59 Connecting to wired networks 60 Turning your Notebook PC off 62 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 63 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 66 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 66 BIOS...66 Accessing BIOS...66 BIOS Settings...67 Recovering your system 77 Performing a recovery option 78 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Action Center...54 Other keyboard shortcuts 55 Connecting to wireless networks 57 Wi-Fi...57 Bluetooth...58 Airplane mode...59 Connecting to wired networks 60 Turning your Notebook PC off 62 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 63 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 66 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 66 BIOS...66 Accessing BIOS...66 BIOS Settings...67 Recovering your system 77 Performing a recovery option 78 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 82 Hardware FAQs...83 Software FAQs...86 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 90 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 92 Internal Modem Compliancy 92 Overview...93 Network Compatibility Declaration 93 Non-Voice Equipment...93 Federal Communications Commission ...quences radio (RF 99 IC Warning Statement...100 Avertissement d'Industrie Canada 101 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 102 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 102 UL Safety Notices...104 Power Safety Requirement 105 TV Notices...105 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 82 Hardware FAQs...83 Software FAQs...86 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 90 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 92 Internal Modem Compliancy 92 Overview...93 Network Compatibility Declaration 93 Non-Voice Equipment...93 Federal Communications Commission ...quences radio (RF 99 IC Warning Statement...100 Avertissement d'Industrie Canada 101 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 102 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 102 UL Safety Notices...104 Power Safety Requirement 105 TV Notices...105 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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... following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This...
... following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This...
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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 your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Use a clean cellulose...
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 your Notebook PC. Do not use your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Use a clean cellulose...
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Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Camera The built-in camera allows you to use . Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. It also enables you to Windows®, and...
Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use the function keys, allows quick access to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Camera The built-in camera allows you to use . Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. It also enables you to Windows®, and...
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... connect your headset. USB Type-C port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-C port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to an external display. Notebook PC E-Manual 23 NOTE: Transfer rate of this port to a local area network. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is HDCP compliant for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras...
... connect your headset. USB Type-C port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-C port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to an external display. Notebook PC E-Manual 23 NOTE: Transfer rate of this port to a local area network. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is HDCP compliant for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras...
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... while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. • The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Notebook PC. • To disconnect your Notebook PC from its components must be recycled or disposed of in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to disassemble and...
... while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. • The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Notebook PC. • To disconnect your Notebook PC from its components must be recycled or disposed of in this device may have multiple rating output currents based on for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is connected to disassemble and...
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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 brightness for the backlit keyboard* Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard* Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness * 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. Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard* Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard* Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness * On selected models 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on your Notebook PC. Turns the display panel on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu Notebook PC E-Manual 37
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on your Notebook PC. Turns the display panel on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down menu Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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... 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 off your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen...
... 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 off your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen...
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.... 66 Notebook PC E-Manual We strongly recommend that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to most conditions of your Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of your Notebook PC. The software that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of the Notebook PC's architecture...
.... 66 Notebook PC E-Manual We strongly recommend that you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you to most conditions of your Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of your Notebook PC. The software that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of the Notebook PC's architecture...
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... Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.16.1243 Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Aptio Setup Utility...
... Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.16.1243 Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Aptio Setup Utility...
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...: Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.16.1243 Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option Windows Boot Manager Disabled → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt.
...: Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.16.1243 Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual 2. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] Sets the system boot order Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Windows Boot Manager] Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option Windows Boot Manager Disabled → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt.
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... password length must be entered to Setup and is a power on password and must be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. If ONLY the user's password is set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control User Enabled [Enabled] Key Management Set Administrator Password...
... password length must be entered to Setup and is a power on password and must be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. If ONLY the user's password is set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control User Enabled [Enabled] Key Management Set Administrator Password...
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.... 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock UnLock USB interface → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual
.... 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit USB Interface Security USB Interface [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] Lock UnLock USB interface → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To lock the USB interface: 1. On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... set the HDD password: 1. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT...
... set the HDD password: 1. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. Re-type to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Aptio Setup Utility - In Setup, the User will have Administrator rights. Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED HDD Password Status : Set Master Password Set User Password NOT...
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... USB Configuration Network Stack → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . To update the BIOS: 1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Wake on Lid Open Power...
... USB Configuration Network Stack → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Notebook PC E-Manual 75 Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > Start Easy Flash, then press . To update the BIOS: 1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device Wake on Lid Open Power...
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... 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 and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Backup data - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at...
... 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 and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Backup data - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at...
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... doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact your speakers were set to enable your local ASUS service center for assistance. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Press to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is my touchpad not working ? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost...
... doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact your speakers were set to enable your local ASUS service center for assistance. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Press to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is my touchpad not working ? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost...
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...; 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 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 I do to restart."? How can try doing any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media...
...; 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 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 I do to restart."? How can try doing any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media...