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... Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Right Side...18 Left Side...20 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 27 Using touch screen panel gestures 27 Using the touchpad...30 Using the keyboard...37 HotKeys...37 Function keys...38 Notebook PC E-Manual...
... Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal...11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Notebook PC 14 Top View...14 Right Side...18 Left Side...20 Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Getting started...24 Charge your Notebook PC 24 Lift to open the display panel 26 Press the power button 26 Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad 27 Using touch screen panel gestures 27 Using the touchpad...30 Using the keyboard...37 HotKeys...37 Function keys...38 Notebook PC E-Manual...
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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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... (RF) Exposure Information 94 Informations concernant l'exposition aux fréquences radio (RF 94 Wireless Operation Channel 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...
... (RF) Exposure Information 94 Informations concernant l'exposition aux fréquences radio (RF 94 Wireless Operation Channel 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...
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... statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 3: Working with 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 using Windows® 10 in your...
... statements for maintaining and fixing common issues with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7 Chapter 3: Working with 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 using Windows® 10 in your...
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.... Do not expose your Notebook PC. 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 to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain...
.... Do not expose your Notebook PC. 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 to strong magnetic or electrical fields. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near liquids, rain...
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... keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to Windows®...
... keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Function key lock indicator This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is activated. NOTE: For more details, refer to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. Capital lock indicator This indicator lights up when the function keys feature is activated. It also simulates the functions of multi-gestures to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC E-Manual It also enables you to Windows®...
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.../s and is connected to hot while in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is backward compatible to USB 2.0. The adapter may become warm to a power source. IMPORTANT! Right Side USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™/Thunderbolt 3/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 2 Type-C™ port provides a transfer rate of this port to charge the battery pack and...
.../s and is connected to hot while in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is backward compatible to USB 2.0. The adapter may become warm to a power source. IMPORTANT! Right Side USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™/Thunderbolt 3/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 2 Type-C™ port provides a transfer rate of this port to charge the battery pack and...
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... using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. • The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Notebook PC. • To disconnect your Notebook PC from children. Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery...
... using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode. • The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Notebook PC. • To disconnect your Notebook PC from children. Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC's battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in fire. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery...
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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. Notebook PC E-Manual 37
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. 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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Launches Start menu \ Launches Action Center Launches the desktop Launches the File Explorer Opens the Share panel Launches Settings Launches Connect panel Activates the Lock screen Minimizes all currently active windows Notebook PC E-Manual 51 Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 10.
Launches Start menu \ Launches Action Center Launches the desktop Launches the File Explorer Opens the Share panel Launches Settings Launches Connect panel Activates the Lock screen Minimizes all currently active windows Notebook PC E-Manual 51 Other keyboard shortcuts Using the keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 10.
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... service personnel. 60 Notebook PC E-Manual BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using POST to most conditions of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that are needed 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...
... service personnel. 60 Notebook PC E-Manual BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting options using the function keys of your Notebook PC. Using POST to most conditions of your Notebook PC. We strongly recommend that are needed 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...
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...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 Opt. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 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. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - On the Boot screen, select Boot Option...
...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 Opt. The actual screens may refer to set your boot priority. 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. Copyright (C) 2018 American Megatrends, Inc. Aptio Setup Utility - On the Boot screen, select Boot Option...
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... Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Must type with character: a-z, 0-9 → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security Secure Boot Set Administrator Password. Aptio Setup Utility...
... Notebook PC's operating system. • If you install an Administrator Password, you will be in the following range: Minimum length 3 Maximum length 20 Must type with character: a-z, 0-9 → ← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/- : Change Opt. Security This menu allows you to set up the administrator and user password of your Notebook PC's hard disk drive, input/output (I /O Interface Security Secure Boot Set Administrator Password. Aptio Setup Utility...
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... 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. Aptio Setup Utility - USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Select an interface that you can also access USB...
... 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. Notebook PC E-Manual 67 NOTE: Setting the USB Interface to lock or unlock ports and devices. Aptio Setup Utility - USB Interface Security Through the I /O Interface Security > USB Interface Security. 2. F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Select an interface that you can also access USB...
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Connect your Notebook PC. 4. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Notebook PC E-Manual 69 Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. 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 select and update BIOS. Copyright (C) 2018 American...
Connect your Notebook PC. 4. Aptio Setup Utility - F1 : General Help F9 : Optimized Defaults F10 : Save & Exit ESC : Exit Version 2.20.1271. Notebook PC E-Manual 69 Restart your model from the ASUS website. 2. Save a copy of the downloaded BIOS file to your flash disk drive to a flash disk drive. 3. 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 select and update BIOS. Copyright (C) 2018 American...
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... 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 your Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup data - Useful tips for your operating systems and other installed applications - Log in an external storage drive...
... 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 your Notebook PC: - Internet connection information 76 Notebook PC E-Manual Backup data - Useful tips for your operating systems and other installed applications - Log in an external storage drive...
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... 's battery life? The brightness and color tone 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 display panel. 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 Hardware FAQs 1. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. You can I fix this? You may also vary per model...
... 's battery life? The brightness and color tone 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 display panel. 3. Notebook PC E-Manual 77 Hardware FAQs 1. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. You can I fix this? You may also vary per model...
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... Notebook PC E-Manual Press to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. 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 ? My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack...
... Notebook PC E-Manual Press to your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. 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 ? My battery charge indicator does not light up the speaker volume. • Check if your speakers were set to mute. • Check if a headphone jack...
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... Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. What can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for at least four (4) seconds. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service...
... Notebook PC. • Remove any key to fix this message: "Remove disks or other media. What can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected USB devices then restart your Notebook PC by pressing the power button for at least four (4) seconds. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your local ASUS service...