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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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... to use POST to change the settings of using Windows® 10 in 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 This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC...
... to use POST to change the settings of using Windows® 10 in 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 This chapter details the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Notebook PC...
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... Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Use...
... Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Use...
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... Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. 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. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model...
... Windows®, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. 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. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model...
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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. NOTE: Transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible 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 amplified speakers or headphones. 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. NOTE: Transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible 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 amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port may vary per model. 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
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USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is in sleep mode. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Left Side Security slot This security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC. 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. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC...
USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is in sleep mode. 22 Notebook PC E-Manual Left Side Security slot This security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC. 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. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC...
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... if leakage is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (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 found. • The battery and its main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC from children. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output...
... if leakage is connected to disassemble and reassemble the battery (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 found. • The battery and its main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC from children. Notebook PC E-Manual 27 IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output...
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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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... 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. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that are needed for system startup in the following information for more details. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. BIOS...
... Notebook PC. The default BIOS settings apply to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that are needed for system startup in the following information for more details. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. BIOS...
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... by model and territory. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. 62 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. 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...
... by model and territory. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. 62 Notebook PC E-Manual Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 1. 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...
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... user password of your Notebook PC. The password length must be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security Secure Boot Set Administrator Password. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will have Administrator rights. Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED I /O) interface, and USB interface. Aptio Setup Utility...
... user password of your Notebook PC. The password length must be prompted to input this before entering your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security Secure Boot Set Administrator Password. It also allows you to control the access to your Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will have Administrator rights. Administrator Password Status User Password Status Administrator Password User Password NOT INSTALLED NOT INSTALLED I /O) interface, and USB interface. Aptio Setup Utility...
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...access USB Interface Security to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. 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. Aptio Setup Utility - NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices...
...access USB Interface Security to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. 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. Aptio Setup Utility - NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices...
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... SMART Settings Network Stack Configuration USB Configuration Graphics Configuration SATA Configuration NVMe Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. 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 to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Aptio Setup Utility - From the BIOS menu...
... SMART Settings Network Stack Configuration USB Configuration Graphics Configuration SATA Configuration NVMe Configuration [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. 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 to a flash disk drive. 3. To update the BIOS: 1. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Aptio Setup Utility - From the BIOS menu...
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... key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - 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 resetting...
... key for your operating systems and other installed applications - Backup data - 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 resetting...
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...? 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 of your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. The color and brightness of your display panel may also vary per model. How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your display panel. 3. Although...
...? 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 of your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. The color and brightness of your display panel may also vary per model. How can try doing any Wi-Fi connection, switch your display panel. 3. Although...
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..., contact your local ASUS service center for a minute, then reconnect them again to turn up . You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? Press to 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 connected to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7.
..., contact your local ASUS service center for a minute, then reconnect them again to turn up . You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? Press to 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 connected to enable your Notebook PC and remove it. 7.
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... Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Software FAQs 1. When I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. 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 at least four (4) seconds. What should I do when my screen displays this ? Contact your system. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual My Notebook PC boots...
... Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Software FAQs 1. When I fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. 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 at least four (4) seconds. What should I do when my screen displays this ? Contact your system. 80 Notebook PC E-Manual My Notebook PC boots...