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... Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 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 Using the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard...36 HotKeys...36 Function keys...37 Windows® 10 keys...37 Using the numeric keypad 38 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 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 Using the touchpad 29 Using the keyboard...36 HotKeys...36 Function keys...37 Windows® 10 keys...37 Using the numeric keypad 38 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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......48 Snap hotspots...48 Action Center...50 Other keyboard shortcuts 51 Connecting to wireless networks 53 Wi-Fi...53 Bluetooth...54 Airplane mode...55 Turning your Notebook PC off 56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 57 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 60 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 60 BIOS...60 Accessing BIOS...61 Recovering your system 62 Performing a recovery option 63 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
......48 Snap hotspots...48 Action Center...50 Other keyboard shortcuts 51 Connecting to wireless networks 53 Wi-Fi...53 Bluetooth...54 Airplane mode...55 Turning your Notebook PC off 56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 57 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 60 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 60 BIOS...60 Accessing BIOS...61 Recovering your system 62 Performing a recovery option 63 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... 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 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer 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...
... 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 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you can refer 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...
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..., benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not place objects on or 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 to dusty environments. Do not expose your...
..., benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not place objects on or 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 to dusty environments. Do not expose your...
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... by model or territory. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. WARNING! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard...
... by model or territory. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. WARNING! Air vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard...
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... manual. Screenpad (on selected models) The screenpad allows you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to toggle another screen for the touchpad, providing more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more adaptive controls...
... manual. Screenpad (on selected models) The screenpad allows you to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to toggle another screen for the touchpad, providing more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more adaptive controls...
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NOTE: Transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to connect amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port may vary per model. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to USB 2.0. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C™ port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 1 Type-C™ port provides a transfer rate of this port to connect your headset or an external microphone. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Right Side MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats.
NOTE: Transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to connect amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port may vary per model. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to USB 2.0. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C™ port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 1 Type-C™ port provides a transfer rate of this port to connect your headset or an external microphone. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 Right Side MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats.
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... 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 this device may have multiple rating output currents based on the available 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...
... 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 this device may have multiple rating output currents based on the available 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...
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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/screenpad* Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. * On selected models 36 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/screenpad* Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. * On selected models 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 37 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 37 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.
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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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... access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options 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 that requires further BIOS settings or updates. You may result to most conditions of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed for more details. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that run when you change the default BIOS settings...
... access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options 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 that requires further BIOS settings or updates. You may result to most conditions of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed for more details. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that run when you change the default BIOS settings...
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.... 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 to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - Windows® 10 allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its factory settings. Using this option. 62 Notebook...
.... 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 to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - Windows® 10 allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its factory settings. Using this option. 62 Notebook...
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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 resetting your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Product key for a long...
... 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 resetting your applications have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Product key for a long...
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...'s battery life? How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your Notebook PC. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your display panel may also vary per model. You can I fix this? You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust...
...'s battery life? How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your Notebook PC. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your display panel may also vary per model. You can I fix this? You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust...
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... my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? 4. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to your touchpad. 6. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is...
... my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? 4. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to your touchpad. 6. What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is connected to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is...
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... problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. How can try doing any key to fix this ? What should I fix this ? My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Press any of the following suggestions: • 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...
... problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. How can try doing any key to fix this ? What should I fix this ? My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Press any of the following suggestions: • 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...
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... be changed up to view DVD titles. Changing the region code after that is most relevant is sold). You can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to five times using the viewer software, then it is playback restrictions on regionalized content. Although the design rules imposed on selected models. In order to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. DVD-ROM Drive Information The DVD-ROM drive allows...
... be changed up to view DVD titles. Changing the region code after that is most relevant is sold). You can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to five times using the viewer software, then it is playback restrictions on regionalized content. Although the design rules imposed on selected models. In order to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. DVD-ROM Drive Information The DVD-ROM drive allows...
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... STAR Qualified Product ENERGY STAR is enabled by default. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of key environmental information for ASUS EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) registered products is NOT supported on the keyboard, or press the power button. the computer is automatically set to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity; All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply...
... STAR Qualified Product ENERGY STAR is enabled by default. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of key environmental information for ASUS EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) registered products is NOT supported on the keyboard, or press the power button. the computer is automatically set to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity; All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply...
