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... your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...21 Right Side...24 Left Side...26 Front Side...28 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...30 Charge your Notebook PC 30 Lift to open the display panel 32 Press the power button 32 Using the touchpad...33 Using the keyboard...40 Function keys...40 Windows® 10 keys...41 Multimedia control keys 42 Using the numeric keypad 43 Using the optical drive 44 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
... your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...21 Right Side...24 Left Side...26 Front Side...28 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...30 Charge your Notebook PC 30 Lift to open the display panel 32 Press the power button 32 Using the touchpad...33 Using the keyboard...40 Function keys...40 Windows® 10 keys...41 Multimedia control keys 42 Using the numeric keypad 43 Using the optical drive 44 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Action Center...58 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth...62 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 BIOS Settings...71 Recovering your system 78 Performing a recovery option 79 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
... Action Center...58 Other keyboard shortcuts 59 Connecting to wireless networks 61 Wi-Fi...61 Bluetooth...62 Airplane mode...63 Connecting to wired networks 64 Turning your Notebook PC off 66 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 67 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 BIOS Settings...71 Recovering your system 78 Performing a recovery option 79 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Removing the compartment cover 82 Installing a RAM module 84 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 88 Hardware FAQs...89 Software FAQs...92 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 96 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 98 Internal Modem Compliancy 98 Overview...99 Network Compatibility Declaration ... relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio..... 105 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 106 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 106 UL Safety Notices...108 Power Safety Requirement 109 TV Notices...109 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Removing the compartment cover 82 Installing a RAM module 84 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 88 Hardware FAQs...89 Software FAQs...92 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information 96 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information 98 Internal Modem Compliancy 98 Overview...99 Network Compatibility Declaration ... relative à l'exposition aux ondes radio..... 105 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 106 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands 106 UL Safety Notices...108 Power Safety Requirement 109 TV Notices...109 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC. 8 Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you can refer to for your Notebook PC.
Tips and FAQs This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs, and software FAQs you through the process of replacing and upgrading parts of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with your Notebook PC. 8 Notebook PC E-Manual Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you can refer to for your Notebook PC.
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... Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use ...strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
... Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Do not place objects on or near your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not use ...strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of warm water. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain, or moisture. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
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...-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. It also enables you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to use . Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up...
...-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. It also enables you to take pictures or record videos using your Notebook PC. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Camera The built-in use the function keys, allows quick access to use . Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up...
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... Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power...
... Blinking Orange Lights off Status The Notebook PC is plugged to 100%. NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is between 95% and 100%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 10% to a power source and the battery power...
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Right Side 14" model 15" model Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats. You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port 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. 24 Notebook PC E-Manual Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone.
Right Side 14" model 15" model Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats. You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port 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. 24 Notebook PC E-Manual Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone.
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... leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches...
... leakage is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to the power adapter before turning it matches...
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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 on or 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. 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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 on or 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. 40 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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Notebook PC E-Manual 65 7. If needed, you just created. 13. Return to 5 under Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection. 2. Repeat steps 1 to the Network and Sharing Center window then select Set up a new connection or network. 8. Select Broadband (PPPoE). 10. Select Close to the Internet. Type your service provider. 4. Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway from your User name, Password, and Connection name then select Connect. 11. Type your user name and...
Notebook PC E-Manual 65 7. If needed, you just created. 13. Return to 5 under Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection. 2. Repeat steps 1 to the Network and Sharing Center window then select Set up a new connection or network. 8. Select Broadband (PPPoE). 10. Select Close to the Internet. Type your service provider. 4. Type the IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway from your User name, Password, and Connection name then select Connect. 11. Type your user name and...
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... BIOS settings or updates. You may result to run when you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed for more details. The default BIOS settings apply to the following information for system startup...
... BIOS settings or updates. You may result to run when you change the default BIOS settings except in the Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that are needed for more details. The default BIOS settings apply to the following information for system startup...
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It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 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, and USB interface. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 73 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, and USB interface. NOTE: • If you install a User Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering the operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be prompted to input this before entering BIOS.
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Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from the ASUS website. 2.
Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC. 4. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Restart your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your model from the ASUS website. 2.
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... must backup your data before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Windows® 10 allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its factory settings. Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC allows you to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords...
... must backup your data before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Windows® 10 allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its factory settings. Recovering your system Using recovery options on your Notebook PC allows you to do any recovery option on your Notebook PC. • Note down important customized settings such as network settings, user names, and passwords...
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... items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 88 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup data - If you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your...
... items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Log in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Notebook PC. • Always backup your data and make it a point to resetting your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection information 88 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup data - If you have the latest security settings. • Use an anti-virus software to protect your...
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How can I fix this? You 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 system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory. How can I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? You can try doing any...
How can I fix this? You 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 system into Airplane mode. • Disconnect unused USB devices. • Close unused applications, especially those that take up too much system memory. How can I maximize my Notebook PC's battery life? You can try doing any...
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... battery stops working ? 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 the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio...
... battery stops working ? 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 the power outlet and Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio...
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... drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for at least four (4) seconds. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. When I fix this ? How can I do to restart."? Contact your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. What can I turn on my screen. What should I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Software...
... drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service center for at least four (4) seconds. My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. When I fix this ? How can I do to restart."? Contact your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. What can I turn on my screen. What should I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Software...