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... Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...18 Right Side...20 Left 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 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...18 Right Side...20 Left 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 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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... 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 BIOS Settings...62 Recovering your system 71 Performing a recovery option 72 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... 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 BIOS Settings...62 Recovering your system 71 Performing a recovery option 72 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 76 Hardware FAQs...77 Software FAQs...80 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 84 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 86 Internal Modem Compliancy 86 Overview...87 Network Compatibility Declaration 87 Non-Voice Equipment...87 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 90 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 91 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 91 Compliance...
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 76 Hardware FAQs...77 Software FAQs...80 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 84 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 86 Internal Modem Compliancy 86 Overview...87 Network Compatibility Declaration 87 Non-Voice Equipment...87 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 90 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 91 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 91 Compliance...
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... presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter...
... presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to change the settings of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter...
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... not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
... not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable...
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Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures...
Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the function keys, allows quick access to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures...
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Right Side MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. 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 amplified speakers or headphones. NOTE: Transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. You can also use this port may vary per model. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
Right Side MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. 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 amplified speakers or headphones. NOTE: Transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. You can also use this port may vary per model. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... the current hardware status of your Notebook PC using compatible Notebook PC security products. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC 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. Left Side Security slot This security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is in sleep mode. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
... the current hardware status of your Notebook PC using compatible Notebook PC security products. Power indicator The power indicator lights up when the Notebook PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the Notebook PC 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. Left Side Security slot This security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is in sleep mode. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 WARNING! IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode...
... the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 WARNING! IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC 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. 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 Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 36 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 your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to 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 your Notebook PC • Log off from Windows or switch to your Notebook PC's programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings. Start menu The Start menu...
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... hardware settings that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 60 Notebook PC E-Manual The default BIOS settings apply to run the BIOS Setup...
... hardware settings that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC's architecture. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 60 Notebook PC E-Manual The default BIOS settings apply to run the BIOS Setup...
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... Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. You may differ by model and territory. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. 62 Notebook PC E-Manual Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Fast Boot Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Enabled] [Windows Boot Manager] Sets the system boot order Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Boot...
... Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. You may differ by model and territory. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. 62 Notebook PC E-Manual Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Fast Boot Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Enabled] [Windows Boot Manager] Sets the system boot order Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. Boot...
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... menu allows you to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security Secure Boot Set Administrator Password. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password...
... menu allows you to input this before entering your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security Secure Boot Set Administrator Password. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Password...
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... > USB Interface Security. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - To lock the USB interface: 1. 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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 Select an interface that you can also access USB...
... > USB Interface Security. 2. Aptio Setup Utility - To lock the USB interface: 1. 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. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 Select an interface that you can also access USB...
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... +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Internal Pointing Device Fn Lock Option Wake On Lid Open [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Press Enter to run the utility...
... +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Internal Pointing Device Fn Lock Option Wake On Lid Open [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] Press Enter to run the utility...
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... to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you have 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...
... to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you have 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...
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... 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 that take up too much system memory. You may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC. You can I fix this? Notebook...
... 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 that take up too much system memory. You may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC. You can I fix this? Notebook...
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... your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. 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 turn up . What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? Contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. Why is attached correctly. When I play audio and video files...
... your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. 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 turn up . What's wrong? • Check whether the power adapter or battery pack is my touchpad not working ? Contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. Why is attached correctly. When I play audio and video files...
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... restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 2. Contact your system. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual When I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. How can I turn on my screen. You can try...
... restart your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for assistance. 2. Contact your system. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual When I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. How can I turn on my screen. You can try...