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......11 Battery safety information 12 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 16 Top View...16 Bottom View...22 Right View...24 Left View...26 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 HotKeys...40 Function keys...41 Windows keys...41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
......11 Battery safety information 12 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 16 Top View...16 Bottom View...22 Right View...24 Left View...26 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 HotKeys...40 Function keys...41 Windows keys...41 Using the numeric keypad 42 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
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... Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 Recovering your system 71 Performing a recovery option 72 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 76 Hardware FAQs...78 Software FAQs...81 Appendices Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 84 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution...86 Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED 86 UL Safety Notices...87 Power Safety Requirement 88 TV Notices...88 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
... Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 70 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 70 BIOS...70 Accessing BIOS...70 Recovering your system 71 Performing a recovery option 72 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 76 Hardware FAQs...78 Software FAQs...81 Appendices Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 84 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution...86 Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISED 86 UL Safety Notices...87 Power Safety Requirement 88 TV Notices...88 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
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... maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows This chapter provides an overview of using Windows in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) 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...
... maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows This chapter provides an overview of using Windows in your Notebook PC. Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) 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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... from entering the chassis or keyboard gap to prevent short circuit or corrosion. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a ...Remove any liquids from your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of nonabrasive detergent. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
... from entering the chassis or keyboard gap to prevent short circuit or corrosion. Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near your Notebook PC. Do not place objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Use a ...Remove any liquids from your Notebook PC to dusty environments. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not expose your Notebook PC using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on top of nonabrasive detergent. Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery...
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Microphone off indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the microphone is turned off . Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Camera off indicator This indicator lights up when the camera is turned off . 20 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to Windows, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The...
Microphone off indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the microphone is turned off . Using capital lock allows you to use the function keys, allows quick access to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC's keyboard. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Camera off indicator This indicator lights up when the camera is turned off . 20 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to Windows, and controls other multimedia functions. Keyboard The...
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WARNING! The adapter may become warm to hot while in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source. IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your display monitor. HDMI output port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to another HDMI-compatible device for file sharing or extending your Notebook PC.
WARNING! The adapter may become warm to hot while in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it is connected to a power source. IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your body while it away from your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 25 Power (DC) input port Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your display monitor. HDMI output port This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to another HDMI-compatible device for file sharing or extending your Notebook PC.
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Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC. Left View USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is in sleep mode. 26 Notebook PC E-Manual 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. Left View USB 2.0 port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is in sleep mode. 26 Notebook PC E-Manual 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.
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IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on for the first time. Always plug the power cord into a wall socket without using any extension cords. Notebook PC E-Manual 31 WARNING! For your safety, connect this device may have...
IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter before turning it matches the input/output rating information on for the first time. Always plug the power cord into a wall socket without using any extension cords. Notebook PC E-Manual 31 WARNING! For your safety, connect this device may have...
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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. * On selected models 40 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. * On selected models 40 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... the power button on your Notebook PC. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to guide you start your Notebook PC for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Wait for the first time: 1. From the setup screen, pick your region and a language to install your Notebook PC is complete, the Desktop appears. After configuring the basic items, Windows proceeds to use on your Notebook PC. Select Accept. 4. To start your Notebook...
... the power button on your Notebook PC. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to guide you start your Notebook PC for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Wait for the first time: 1. From the setup screen, pick your region and a language to install your Notebook PC is complete, the Desktop appears. After configuring the basic items, Windows proceeds to use on your Notebook PC. Select Accept. 4. To start your Notebook...
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... view Launch Widgets Shut down, restart, or put your Notebook PC to sleep Launch an app from Windows or switch 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 from the taskbar You can use the Start menu to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 47
... view Launch Widgets Shut down, restart, or put your Notebook PC to sleep Launch an app from Windows or switch 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 from the taskbar You can use the Start menu to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 47
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... to adjust the display settings. • Normal Mode: Through Gamma and Color temperature correction, the image output from Settings > System > Display for a better viewing experience with your OLED panel (on selected models), and is as close as possible as what your eyes. NOTE: Enable HDR from the panel is compliant with TÜV Low Blue Light Certification. Notebook PC E-Manual 59 For model with LCD panel, Level...
... to adjust the display settings. • Normal Mode: Through Gamma and Color temperature correction, the image output from Settings > System > Display for a better viewing experience with your OLED panel (on selected models), and is as close as possible as what your eyes. NOTE: Enable HDR from the panel is compliant with TÜV Low Blue Light Certification. Notebook PC E-Manual 59 For model with LCD panel, Level...
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... troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled...
... troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. You may result to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 70 Notebook PC E-Manual WARNING! The Power-On Self-Test (POST) The POST (Power-On Self-Test) is installed as a permanent part of your Notebook PC. BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that controls the POST is a series of software-controlled...
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This option allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - This option resets your Notebook PC to its settings to help improve performance. 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...
This option allows you can restore your Notebook PC to its default settings and delete other installed apps. • Remove everything - This option resets your Notebook PC to its settings to help improve performance. 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...
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... and make it a point to create a backup data in an external storage drive. • If you are not using your Notebook PC for a long period of time, ensure to charge the battery power to 50% then power off your Notebook PC and disconnect the AC power adapter. • If you are constantly using AC power for your Notebook PC, set the Battery Health Charging to Balanced mode in MyASUS. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual
... and make it a point to create a backup data in an external storage drive. • If you are not using your Notebook PC for a long period of time, ensure to charge the battery power to 50% then power off your Notebook PC and disconnect the AC power adapter. • If you are constantly using AC power for your Notebook PC, set the Battery Health Charging to Balanced mode in MyASUS. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual
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...'s battery life? How can I turn on the Notebook PC. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC. Hardware FAQs 1. My display panel has an uneven color and 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...
...'s battery life? How can I turn on the Notebook PC. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC. Hardware FAQs 1. My display panel has an uneven color and 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...
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My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your Notebook PC and remove it. Why is connected to your speakers were set to turn up . You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is my touchpad not working? You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then...
My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your Notebook PC and remove it. Why is connected to your speakers were set to turn up . You can 't I hear any of the following suggestions: • Press to mute. • Check if a headphone jack is my touchpad not working? You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then...
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... the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on...
... the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Force shutdown your Notebook PC might have a memory storage problem. Press any optical discs that are inserted correctly then turn on my Notebook PC, the power indicator lights up but nothing appears on...
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.... Why can I fix this ? My Notebook PC does not boot up its battery power. If you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your Notebook PC and connect to resume your local ASUS service center for troubleshooting. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual How can 't my Notebook PC wake up from sleep mode? • You need to press the power button to a power outlet then press the power button.
.... Why can I fix this ? My Notebook PC does not boot up its battery power. If you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your Notebook PC and connect to resume your local ASUS service center for troubleshooting. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual How can 't my Notebook PC wake up from sleep mode? • You need to press the power button to a power outlet then press the power button.