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... 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...17 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 Multimedia control keys 36 Using the numeric keypad 37 Using the optical drive 38 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...17 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 Multimedia control keys 36 Using the numeric keypad 37 Using the optical drive 38 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 IC Radiation Exposure Statement ...
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 IC Radiation Exposure Statement ...
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... use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. 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 using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power...
... use POST to change the settings of your Notebook PC. 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 using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power...
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.... Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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
.... Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. 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
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... model or territory. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. 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...
... model or territory. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia files on your Notebook PC. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. 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...
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.... HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other objects do not block any of up to 5 Gbit/s and is HDCP compliant for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is backward compatible to exit the Notebook PC. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Notebook PC E-Manual...
.... HDMI port This port is for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other objects do not block any of up to 5 Gbit/s and is HDCP compliant for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and is backward compatible to exit the Notebook PC. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, flash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers. Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... SKU. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of 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...
... SKU. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of 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...
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Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual 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'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.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual 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'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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Launches Start menu \ Launches Action Center Launches the desktop Launches the File Explorer Opens the Share panel Launches Settings Launches Connect panel Activates the Lock screen Minimizes all currently active windows Notebook PC E-Manual 53 Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 10.
Launches Start menu \ Launches Action Center Launches the desktop Launches the File Explorer Opens the Share panel Launches Settings Launches Connect panel Activates the Lock screen Minimizes all currently active windows Notebook PC E-Manual 53 Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 10.
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... default BIOS settings apply to the following methods: 62 Notebook PC E-Manual Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that are needed for system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Using inappropriate BIOS settings...
... default BIOS settings apply to the following methods: 62 Notebook PC E-Manual Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that are needed for system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you can access the BIOS settings or run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Using inappropriate BIOS settings...
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... 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 basic system information. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery...
... 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 basic system information. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery...
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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 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. It also allows you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
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 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. It also allows you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
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To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Connect 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 model from the ASUS website. 2.
To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your Notebook PC. 4. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Connect 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 model from the ASUS website. 2.
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... doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 doing this option, you to restore the system to its original...
... doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Using this option. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 doing this option, you to restore the system to its original...
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... from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you maximize the use your Notebook PC for...
... from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - If you are some useful tips that you can follow: • Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you maximize the use your Notebook PC for...
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... appear onscreen, they will not affect your Notebook PC may also vary per model. What should I fix this? 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 system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those...
... appear onscreen, they will not affect your Notebook PC may also vary per model. What should I fix this? 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 system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those...
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... sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? 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. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Why is attached correctly. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad...
... sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? 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. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Why is attached correctly. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad...
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... the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but...
... the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but...