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... disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom View...19 Right View...21 Left View...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 the numeric keypad 40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom View...19 Right View...21 Left View...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 the numeric keypad 40 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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......50 Action Center...52 My Asus Splendid...53 Other keyboard shortcuts 56 Connecting to wireless networks 58 Wi-Fi...58 Bluetooth...59 Airplane mode...60 Turning your Notebook PC off 61 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 62 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 64 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS...64 Accessing BIOS...65 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
......50 Action Center...52 My Asus Splendid...53 Other keyboard shortcuts 56 Connecting to wireless networks 58 Wi-Fi...58 Bluetooth...59 Airplane mode...60 Turning your Notebook PC off 61 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 62 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 64 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 64 BIOS...64 Accessing BIOS...65 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... 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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook...
... 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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to use POST to change the settings of your Notebook...
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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 near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to...
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 place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not use your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC to...
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... Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also enables you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. Capital 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. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access...
... Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. It also enables you to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. Capital 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. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access...
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... if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery 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 information on power adapter mode. •...
... if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery 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 information on power adapter mode. •...
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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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Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Activates screen capture tool Launches My ASUS Function keys Press to enable or disable the function keys feature. Activates the Lock screen Turns the camera on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down in combination with the top row keys. When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 39
Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Activates screen capture tool Launches My ASUS Function keys Press to enable or disable the function keys feature. Activates the Lock screen Turns the camera on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down in combination with the top row keys. When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 39
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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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... for Bluetooth-enabled devices. 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 59 IMPORTANT! Connect your Notebook PC. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your devices by using the following steps: 1. Select a device from the Start menu. 2. Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with the device. Launch Settings from the list.
... for Bluetooth-enabled devices. 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 59 IMPORTANT! Connect your Notebook PC. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your Notebook PC with other Bluetooth-enabled devices to enable data transfers. Ensure that Airplane mode is turned off before enabling the Bluetooth connection of your devices by using the following steps: 1. Select a device from the Start menu. 2. Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to facilitate wireless data transfers with the device. Launch Settings from the list.
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... you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for system startup in the...
... you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that requires further BIOS settings or updates. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for system startup in the...
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... files (photos, music, videos, documents). This option allows you refresh your Notebook PC to its factory settings. 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 resetting your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its...
... files (photos, music, videos, documents). This option allows you refresh your Notebook PC to its factory settings. 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 resetting your Notebook PC allows you to restore the system to its...
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... Update and security. • Go back to an earlier build. This option allows you want to access and use any of the available recovery options for you to perform other advanced recovery options on your Notebook PC. - Use this option if this option allows you . • Advanced startup - Using a USB drive, network connection or Windows recovery DVD to enable any of these advanced recovery options: System Restore, System Image Recovery, Startup Repair, Command Prompt, UEFI Firmware Settings, and Startup Settings. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 Using...
... Update and security. • Go back to an earlier build. This option allows you want to access and use any of the available recovery options for you to perform other advanced recovery options on your Notebook PC. - Use this option if this option allows you . • Advanced startup - Using a USB drive, network connection or Windows recovery DVD to enable any of these advanced recovery options: System Restore, System Image Recovery, Startup Repair, Command Prompt, UEFI Firmware Settings, and Startup Settings. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 Using...
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Product key for your data and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Backup data - Internet connection information 70 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 your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that...
Product key for your data and make it a point to create a backup data in ID and password - Backup data - Internet connection information 70 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 your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that...
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... the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the appearance of 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 system. You can I fix this? If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. My display panel has an uneven color...
... the following suggestions: • Use the function keys to adjust the appearance of 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 system. You can I fix this? If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. My display panel has an uneven color...
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...; Press to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual 4. Contact your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . You can 't I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5.
...; Press to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 72 Notebook PC E-Manual 4. Contact your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is connected to turn up . You can 't I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5.
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... the power button for at least four (4) seconds. How can I fix this ? What can I do when my screen displays 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 local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. Contact your system. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Delete the applications you recently installed...
... the power button for at least four (4) seconds. How can I fix this ? What can I do when my screen displays 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 local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. Contact your system. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Delete the applications you recently installed...
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Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of the user. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual In order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are many, one region. IMPORTANT! NOTE: The DVD-ROM Drive is available on regionalized content. Changing the region code after that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must...
Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of the user. 78 Notebook PC E-Manual In order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are many, one region. IMPORTANT! NOTE: The DVD-ROM Drive is available on regionalized content. Changing the region code after that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must...
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... the mouse, press any key on the ENERGY STAR joint program. Department of key environmental information for detail information on the keyboard, or press the power button. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity. ENERGY STAR Qualified Product ENERGY STAR is enabled by default. Environmental...
... the mouse, press any key on the ENERGY STAR joint program. Department of key environmental information for detail information on the keyboard, or press the power button. Please visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity. ENERGY STAR Qualified Product ENERGY STAR is enabled by default. Environmental...