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... Front 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 Connecting external devices 29 Subwoofer (optional)...29 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 30 Using touch screen panel gestures 30 Using the touchpad...33 Using the keyboard...37 Function keys...37 Windows® 10 keys...38 Multimedia control keys 39 Using the numeric keypad 40 Using the optical drive 41 Using the touch screen panel as a tablet 44 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... Front 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 Connecting external devices 29 Subwoofer (optional)...29 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 30 Using touch screen panel gestures 30 Using the touchpad...33 Using the keyboard...37 Function keys...37 Windows® 10 keys...38 Multimedia control keys 39 Using the numeric keypad 40 Using the optical drive 41 Using the touch screen panel as a tablet 44 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 68 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS...68 Accessing BIOS...68 BIOS Settings...69 Recovering your system 79 Performing a recovery option 80 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 84 Hardware FAQs...85 Software FAQs...88 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 92 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 94 Internal Modem Compliancy 94 Overview...95 Network Compatibility Declaration 95...
... (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 68 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 68 BIOS...68 Accessing BIOS...68 BIOS Settings...69 Recovering your system 79 Performing a recovery option 80 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 84 Hardware FAQs...85 Software FAQs...88 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 92 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 94 Internal Modem Compliancy 94 Overview...95 Network Compatibility Declaration 95...
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... for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in 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 3: Working with your Notebook PC.
... for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in 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 3: Working with your Notebook PC.
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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 to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners...
Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners...
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... these two functions: for typing. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or...
... these two functions: for typing. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. It also enables you to use of a regular mouse. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or...
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... built-in use or while charging the battery pack. IMPORTANT! WARNING! • The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. When working on model.
... built-in use or while charging the battery pack. IMPORTANT! WARNING! • The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from your Notebook PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents. • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device. When working on model.
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... is connected to short-circuit your power adapter. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket 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 children. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 WARNING! Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
... is connected to short-circuit your power adapter. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket 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 children. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 WARNING! Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled...
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Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel 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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 37 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel 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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 37 Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
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Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to launch the Start menu Press this key to simulate the right-click functions 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to launch the Start menu Press this key to simulate the right-click functions 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
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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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... a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for system startup in the following information for more details. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Using POST to run when you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of...
... a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for system startup in the following information for more details. WARNING: Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual Using POST to run when you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of...
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... Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 69 On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2015 American...
... Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Notebook PC E-Manual 69 On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2015 American...
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... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Press and select a device...
... Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Press and select a device...
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... before entering BIOS. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Aptio Setup Utility - 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 Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑...
... before entering BIOS. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Aptio Setup Utility - 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 Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑...
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... External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled USB Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. Aptio Setup Utility...
... External Ports CMOS Camera Card Reader [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] [UnLock] If Locked, all USB device will be disabled USB Interface Lock UnLock →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2015 American Megatrends, Inc. To lock the USB interface: 1. Aptio Setup Utility...
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...steps to confirm the password then press . 4. Aptio Setup Utility - AMpatiino SeAtduvpanUcteidlityBo-otCopSyerciugrhitty(C) S2a0v1e1 &AmEexriitcan Megatrends, Inc. Re-type to set up a password-enabled access to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright...
...steps to confirm the password then press . 4. Aptio Setup Utility - AMpatiino SeAtduvpanUcteidlityBo-otCopSyerciugrhitty(C) S2a0v1e1 &AmEexriitcan Megatrends, Inc. Re-type to set up a password-enabled access to Power Cycle System after Setting Hard Disk Passwords*** Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED User Password Status NOT INSTALLED Administrator Password User Password HDD Password Status : NOT INSTALLED Set Master Password Set User Password I/O Interface Security →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright...
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... Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
... Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then press during POST. 5. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to select and update BIOS. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change...
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...: • 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 your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 84 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. Product key for...
...: • 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 your data and make it a point to resetting your Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 84 Notebook PC E-Manual Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at extremely high temperatures. Product key for...
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... sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact your touchpad. 6. 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 attached correctly. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC and remove...
... sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Contact your touchpad. 6. 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 attached correctly. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your Notebook PC and remove...
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...: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your local ASUS service center for at least four (4) seconds. Press 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. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system...
...: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your local ASUS service center for at least four (4) seconds. Press 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. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system...