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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...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 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...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 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...60 BIOS Settings...61 Recovering your system 68 Performing a recovery option 69 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...60 BIOS Settings...61 Recovering your system 68 Performing a recovery option 69 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 72 Hardware FAQs...73 Software FAQs...76 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy 80 Overview...80 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 Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic...
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 72 Hardware FAQs...73 Software FAQs...76 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy 80 Overview...80 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 Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic...
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... refer to use POST to change the settings of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts 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 This chapter...
... refer to use POST to change the settings of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC This chapter shows you how to use the different parts 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 This chapter...
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... moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 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. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture...
... moisture from your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 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. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture...
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... controls other multimedia functions. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for photos, videos, and other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. WARNING! It also enables you...
... controls other multimedia functions. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for photos, videos, and other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. WARNING! It also enables you...
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... until your Notebook PC to the Using the touchpad section in fingerprint sensor captures your fingerprint and uses it up when the function keys feature is activated. Fingerprint sensor This built-in this manual. You can also use of a regular mouse. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC's system. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the power button to put...
... until your Notebook PC to the Using the touchpad section in fingerprint sensor captures your fingerprint and uses it up when the function keys feature is activated. Fingerprint sensor This built-in this manual. You can also use of a regular mouse. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up from sleep or hibernate mode. Power button Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC's system. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual Touchpad The touchpad allows the use the power button to put...
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... 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. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power...
... 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. • Do not dispose of properly. • Keep the battery and other small components away from the power...
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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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... your 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.
... your 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.
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... troubleshooting options using any of your Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, 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 the Notebook PC's architecture. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates...
... troubleshooting options using any of your Notebook PC. Accessing BIOS Enter the BIOS settings by using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, 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 the Notebook PC's architecture. The software that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or updates...
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... you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. When you an overview of the basic system information. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery...
... you enter the BIOS setup program and provides you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. When you an overview of the basic system information. Notebook PC E-Manual 61 The actual screens may differ by model and territory. To access the Advanced Mode for reference only. • Restart your Notebook PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery...
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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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 It also 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. Security This menu allows you to control the access to input this before entering BIOS.
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 your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 63 It also 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. Security This menu allows you to control the access 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 then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3.
Verify the Notebook PC's exact model then download the latest BIOS file for your Notebook PC then access the BIOS settings. 5. To update the BIOS: 1. From the BIOS menu, select Advanced > ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility, then press . 66 Notebook PC E-Manual Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your Notebook PC. 4. Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Connect your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3.
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... a power source before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Windows® 10 allows you to its settings to help improve performance. Using this option. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual You must backup your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). This option allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its factory settings. This option resets...
... a power source before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - Windows® 10 allows you to its settings to help improve performance. Using this option. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual You must backup your Notebook PC without affecting personal files (photos, music, videos, documents). This option allows you to restore the system to its original state or simply refresh its factory settings. This option resets...
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...; Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications 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 in ID and password - Internet connection information 72 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup...
...; Update Windows® periodically to ensure that your applications 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 in ID and password - Internet connection information 72 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup...
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... onscreen when I do? The color and brightness of your display panel may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC 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...
... onscreen when I do? The color and brightness of your display panel may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC 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...
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... working ? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual 4. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to turn up . 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...
... working ? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual 4. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to turn up . 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...
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... my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press any key to fix this ? My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Software FAQs 1. You can try doing any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on your Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center...
... my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press any key to fix this ? My Notebook PC boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. Software FAQs 1. You can try doing any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on your Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center...
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The monitor and computer are automatically set to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of user inactivity. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on regulation requirements. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and...
The monitor and computer are automatically set to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of user inactivity. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any key on regulation requirements. NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and...
