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... Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Bottom...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 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...19 Right Side...21 Left Side...23 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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......48 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 Recovering your system 62 Performing a recovery option 63 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
......48 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 Recovering your system 62 Performing a recovery option 63 4 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows...
... the hardware components of your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) This chapter shows you how to use POST to use the different parts of using Windows...
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... electrical fields. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain...
... electrical fields. Do not use your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Remove any extra moisture from your Notebook PC near liquids, rain...
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... to use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 typing. It also enables you...
... to use the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual 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 typing. It also enables you...
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... more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: For more adaptive controls.
... more details, refer to the Using the keyboard section in this manual. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of a regular mouse. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. NOTE: For more adaptive controls.
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Right Side MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 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. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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.
Right Side MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. 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. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your headset or an external microphone. Notebook PC E-Manual 21 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.
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... remove the battery inside the device (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 connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type...
... remove the battery inside the device (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 connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is replaced by an incorrect type...
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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/screenpad* Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. * On selected models 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/screenpad* Adjusts brightness for the backlit keyboard Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. * On selected models 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Activates screen capture tool Launches My ASUS Function keys Press to enable or disable the function keys feature. Activates the Lock screen Turns the camera on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down in combination with the top row keys. When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 37
Windows® 10 keys There are two special Windows® keys on or off Activates screen capture tool Launches My ASUS Function keys Press to enable or disable the function keys feature. Activates the Lock screen Turns the camera on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Launches the Start menu Displays the drop-down in combination with the top row keys. When the function keys feature is enabled, you can also access HotKeys by holding down menu* * On selected models Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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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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...; An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you change the default BIOS settings except in the following information for system startup in the Notebook PC. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run troubleshooting options using the function keys 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 We strongly recommend that are needed for more...
...; An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and requests you change the default BIOS settings except in the following information for system startup in the Notebook PC. Using inappropriate BIOS settings may refer to run troubleshooting options using the function keys 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 We strongly recommend that are needed for more...
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... factory settings. Using this option. 62 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! • Backup all your data files before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - 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 its default settings and delete other installed...
... factory settings. Using this option. 62 Notebook PC E-Manual IMPORTANT! • Backup all your data files before doing any of the following recovery options: • Keep my files - 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 its default settings and delete other installed...
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...; Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you maximize the use your Notebook PC for a long period of time (at extremely high temperatures. Backup data - Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Product key...
...; Update Windows® periodically to ensure that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all external devices and ensure you maximize the use your Notebook PC for a long period of time (at extremely high temperatures. Backup data - Useful tips for your Notebook PC To help you have the following items prior to create a backup data in ID and password - Product key...
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... brightness. 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? Notebook PC E-Manual 67 The color and brightness of your display panel...
... brightness. 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? Notebook PC E-Manual 67 The color and brightness of your display panel...
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... audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . 4. Contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. 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 your local ASUS service...
... audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? What should I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to turn up . 4. Contact your Notebook PC and remove it. 7. 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 your local ASUS service...
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... exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. You can I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but...
... exists, your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. You can I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 3. How can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but...
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... at the expense of the user. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Changing the region code after that all DVD movies be capable of CSS protected content. Copyright laws require that will be changed up to five times using the viewer software, then it can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. DVD-ROM Drive Information The DVD-ROM drive allows you to view...
... at the expense of the user. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual Changing the region code after that all DVD movies be capable of CSS protected content. Copyright laws require that will be changed up to five times using the viewer software, then it can purchase an optional DVD viewer software to view and create your own CDs and DVDs. DVD-ROM Drive Information The DVD-ROM drive allows you to view...
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...NOT supported on the keyboard, or press the power button. ENERGY STAR Qualified Product ENERGY STAR is available at www.epeat.net. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual the computer is enabled by default. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for ASUS EPEAT...power management and its benefits to sleep within 10 minutes of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. To wake your computer, click the mouse, press any key on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. EPEAT Registered Products The public disclosure of user...
...NOT supported on the keyboard, or press the power button. ENERGY STAR Qualified Product ENERGY STAR is available at www.epeat.net. 92 Notebook PC E-Manual the computer is enabled by default. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for ASUS EPEAT...power management and its benefits to sleep within 10 minutes of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. To wake your computer, click the mouse, press any key on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems. EPEAT Registered Products The public disclosure of user...