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... (POST 76 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 76 BIOS...76 Accessing BIOS...76 BIOS Settings...77 Recovering your system 87 Enabling a recovery option 89 Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing the Hard Disk Drive 92 Installing a Random-access Memory module 101 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 106 Hardware FAQs...107 Software FAQs...110 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 114 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 116 Internal Modem Compliancy 116 Overview...117 Network Compatibility Declaration...
... (POST 76 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 76 BIOS...76 Accessing BIOS...76 BIOS Settings...77 Recovering your system 87 Enabling a recovery option 89 Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC Installing the Hard Disk Drive 92 Installing a Random-access Memory module 101 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC 106 Hardware FAQs...107 Software FAQs...110 Appendices DVD-ROM Drive Information (on selected models 114 Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models 116 Internal Modem Compliancy 116 Overview...117 Network Compatibility Declaration...
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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. Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you can refer to for your Notebook PC. 8 Notebook PC E-Manual
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. Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC This chapter guides you can refer to for your Notebook PC. 8 Notebook PC E-Manual
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... chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of...
... chemicals on top of warm water. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Do not expose your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 11 Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of...
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... for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Audio speakers The built-in this Notebook PC are software-controlled. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also simulates the functions of this manual. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. It also enables you to use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE...
... for photos, videos, and other multimedia functions. Notebook PC E-Manual 15 Audio speakers The built-in this Notebook PC are software-controlled. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. It also simulates the functions of this manual. Display panel This high-definition display panel provides excellent viewing features for typing. It also enables you to use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. NOTE...
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... Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to 100%. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in your Notebook PC's keyboard. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is less...
... Green Solid Orange Blinking Orange Status The Notebook PC is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 10% to 100%. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the internal storage drives. Notebook PC E-Manual 17 NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Airplane mode indicator This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in your Notebook PC's keyboard. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is less...
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... to replace or install the HDD and RAM modules of your Notebook PC, refer to the Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC for the removable hard disk drive (HDD), SDD (M.2 2280) and random-access memory (RAM) modules. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Spring battery lock The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in place once it is used to keep the battery pack secured. Compartment cover This cover protects...
... to replace or install the HDD and RAM modules of your Notebook PC, refer to the Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC for the removable hard disk drive (HDD), SDD (M.2 2280) and random-access memory (RAM) modules. This lock should be manually moved to a locked or unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Spring battery lock The spring battery lock automatically locks the battery pack in place once it is used to keep the battery pack secured. Compartment cover This cover protects...
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... while using your Notebook PC on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is found. • The battery and its main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC from children. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 29 IMPORTANT! • Locate the...
... while using your Notebook PC on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is found. • The battery and its main power supply, unplug your Notebook PC from children. WARNING! Notebook PC E-Manual 29 IMPORTANT! • Locate the...
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Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
Decreases display brightness Increases display brightness Turns the display panel off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
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Notebook PC E-Manual 39 If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to go back to the last app you opened. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 8.1 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Press this key to simulate the right-click functions.
Notebook PC E-Manual 39 If you are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC's keyboard used as below: Press this key to go back to the last app you opened. Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Windows® 8.1 keys There are already in the Start screen, press this key to go back to the Start screen. Press this key to simulate the right-click functions.
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Notebook PC E-Manual 51 Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start button varies depending on the display settings you chose for your Start screen or any app that you opened app to switch between the two most recent apps that is currently open onscreen. Start button on any opened . Start button Windows® 8.1 features the Start button which allows you to call out the Start button. The Start button may be accessed from the Start screen, while on Desktop mode, and on the Start screen NOTE: The actual color of your Start screen.
Notebook PC E-Manual 51 Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start button varies depending on the display settings you chose for your Start screen or any app that you opened app to switch between the two most recent apps that is currently open onscreen. Start button on any opened . Start button Windows® 8.1 features the Start button which allows you to call out the Start button. The Start button may be accessed from the Start screen, while on Desktop mode, and on the Start screen NOTE: The actual color of your Start screen.
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... bootup and requests you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run when you to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual The default BIOS settings apply to system instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of a trained service personnel.
... bootup and requests you turn on or restart your Notebook PC. Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run when you to the following circumstances: • An error message appears onscreen during POST. 76 Notebook PC E-Manual The default BIOS settings apply to system instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that run troubleshooting options using the function keys of a trained service personnel.
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... Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. Aptio Setup Utility - F1...
... Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option [Windows Boot Manager] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. On the Boot screen, select Boot Option #1. BIOS Settings NOTE: The BIOS screens in this section are for reference only. Boot This menu allows you to the following procedures when setting your boot option priorities. Aptio Setup Utility - F1...
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.... 78 Notebook PC E-Manual Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. 2. Press and select a device as the Boot Option...
.... 78 Notebook PC E-Manual Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Main Advanced Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] Sets the system boot order Launch CSM [Disabled] Driver Option Priorities Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 Boot Option #1 [WWiinnddoowwss BBoooott MMaannaaggeerr] Disabled Add New Boot Option Delete Boot Option →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. 2. Press and select a device as the Boot Option...
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... to input this before entering your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED Set Administrator Password. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit...
... to input this before entering your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security System Mode state Secure Boot state Secure Boot Control Key Management NOT INSTALLED User Enabled [Enabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Administrator Password Status NOT INSTALLED Set Administrator Password. If ONLY the user's password is set, then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit...
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Aptio Setup Utility - On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock then select Lock. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc...
Aptio Setup Utility - On the Security screen, select I /O Interface Security menu, you would like to Lock also locks and hides the External Ports and other devices included under USB Interface Security. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock then select Lock. Select an interface that you can also access USB Interface Security to lock or unlock ports and devices. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc...
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...; : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To set the HDD password: 1. If ONLY the user's password is only asked for when entering Setup. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . 3. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Aptio Setup Utility - Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. Re-type to your hard disk drive. Copyright...
...; : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. To set the HDD password: 1. If ONLY the user's password is only asked for when entering Setup. On the Security screen, select Set Master Password. 2. Type in a password then press . 3. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226. Aptio Setup Utility - Set Master Password In the Security menu, you can use Set Master Password to set up the user password. Re-type to your hard disk drive. Copyright...
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Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 Main AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt UtiSleictuyri-tyCopySraivgeht& (ECx)it2011 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226...
Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Start Easy Flash Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] Wake on Lid Open [Enabled] Power Off Energy Saving [Enabled] SATA Configuration Graphics Configuration Intel (R) Anti-Theft Technology Corporation USB Configuration Network Stack Press Enter to run the utility to a flash disk drive. 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 85 Main AdvaAnpcteido SeBtouopt UtiSleictuyri-tyCopySraivgeht& (ECx)it2011 American Megatrends, Inc. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.15.1226...
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... key for your applications have the latest security settings. • Use ASUS Live Update to create a backup data in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection...
... key for your applications have the latest security settings. • Use ASUS Live Update to create a backup data in an external storage drive. • Refrain from using the Notebook PC at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable. • Disconnect all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that your operating systems and other installed applications - Internet connection...
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My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 108 Notebook PC E-Manual When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? • Press to turn up . 4. What's wrong? •...
My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 108 Notebook PC E-Manual When I play audio and video files, why can try doing any sound from my Notebook PC's audio speakers? You can 't I do if my Notebook PC's power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working ? • Press to turn up . 4. What's wrong? •...
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... the power button's LED indicator blinks five times and the camera LED indicator blinks once. What should I do ? Instead of the following suggestions: • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is set to disable touchpad by pressing . 10. Press the key or (on selected models) on your touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to configure the settings. 9. Make sure that my system is not working. Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to your touchpad while you type...
... the power button's LED indicator blinks five times and the camera LED indicator blinks once. What should I do ? Instead of the following suggestions: • Check if ASUS Smart Gesture is set to disable touchpad by pressing . 10. Press the key or (on selected models) on your touchpad by connecting an external pointing device to configure the settings. 9. Make sure that my system is not working. Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound then access Audio Manager to your touchpad while you type...