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Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...17 Right Side...19 Left Side...22 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 HotKeys...34 Function keys...35 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...17 Right Side...19 Left Side...22 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 HotKeys...34 Function keys...35 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Snap hotspots...46 Action Center...48 Other keyboard shortcuts 49 Connecting to wireless networks 51 Wi-Fi...51 Bluetooth...52 Airplane mode...53 Turning your Notebook PC off 54 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 55 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 58 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 58 BIOS...58 Accessing BIOS...58 BIOS Settings...59 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Snap hotspots...46 Action Center...48 Other keyboard shortcuts 49 Connecting to wireless networks 51 Wi-Fi...51 Bluetooth...52 Airplane mode...53 Turning your Notebook PC off 54 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 55 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 58 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 58 BIOS...58 Accessing BIOS...58 BIOS Settings...59 Recovering your system 66 Performing a recovery option 67 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 70 Hardware FAQs...71 Software FAQs...74 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 78 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 80 Internal Modem Compliancy 80 Overview...81 Network Compatibility Declaration 81 Non-Voice Equipment...81 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 84 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 85 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 85 Compliance...
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 70 Hardware FAQs...71 Software FAQs...74 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 78 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 80 Internal Modem Compliancy 80 Overview...81 Network Compatibility Declaration 81 Non-Voice Equipment...81 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 84 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement 85 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 85 Compliance...
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... tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to use the different parts 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. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC...
... tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you can refer to use the different parts 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. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC...
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... near 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. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
... near 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. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... quick access 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 better voice recognition and audio recording. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 It also enables you to use . NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Array microphones...
... quick access 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 better voice recognition and audio recording. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 It also enables you to use . NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Array microphones...
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... also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Color Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is less than 10%. MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery...
... also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 95%. Color Solid White Solid Orange Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is less than 10%. MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source, charging its battery...
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... disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 25 We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode...
... disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power socket. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 25 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. 34 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. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... 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 is the main gateway to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual...
... 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 is the main gateway to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual...
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... you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of your Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of the Notebook PC's architecture. You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that controls the POST is a series of the following methods: 58 Notebook PC E-Manual
... you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of your Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of the Notebook PC's architecture. You may result to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that controls the POST is a series of the following methods: 58 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Notebook PC E-Manual 59 EZ Mode This 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. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. • Restart your Notebook PC then press...
Notebook PC E-Manual 59 EZ Mode This 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. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for the advanced BIOS settings, select Advanced Mode (F7) or press . To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. The actual screens may differ by model and territory. • Restart your Notebook PC then press...
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Security This menu allows you to input this before entering the 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, and USB interface. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 It also allows you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
Security This menu allows you to input this before entering the 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, and USB interface. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 It also allows you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
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Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 64 Notebook PC E-Manual Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your model from the ASUS website. 2.
Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. Restart your Notebook PC. 4. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 64 Notebook PC E-Manual 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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... its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - 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 system. This option resets your Notebook PC to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you can restore...
... its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - 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 system. This option resets your Notebook PC to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC allows you can restore...
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... high temperatures. Internet connection information 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you maximize the use your Notebook PC for your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Product key for a long period of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all external devices and ensure you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect...
... high temperatures. Internet connection information 70 Notebook PC E-Manual Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you maximize the use your Notebook PC for your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - Product key for a long period of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all external devices and ensure you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect...
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... Notebook PC. Hardware FAQs 1. The color and brightness of your system. The brightness and color tone 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 display panel. 3. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your Notebook PC may also vary per model. You can I turn...
... Notebook PC. Hardware FAQs 1. The color and brightness of your system. The brightness and color tone 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 display panel. 3. Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your Notebook PC may also vary per model. You can I turn...
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... to your touchpad. 6. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . What should I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Why is my touchpad not working ? 4. When...
... to your touchpad. 6. My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . What should I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? Why is my touchpad not working ? 4. When...
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... power button 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 might have a memory storage problem. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. You can I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Contact your system. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual You can I fix this ? Software...
... power button 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 might have a memory storage problem. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. You can I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Contact your system. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual You can I fix this ? Software...
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... on the keyboard. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with : Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS 92 Notebook PC E-Manual To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on the ENERGY STAR joint program. ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is enabled by default. Please refer to sleep within...
... on the keyboard. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with : Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS 92 Notebook PC E-Manual To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on the ENERGY STAR joint program. ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is enabled by default. Please refer to sleep within...