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... hazardous substances 1-7 Vietnam RoHS...1-7 Upgrade and Warranty 1-8 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-8 Safety Instructions...1-9 MSI Highlights ...1-11 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-5 Right Side View...2-6 Left Side View...2-7 Rear Side View...2-8 Bottom Side View...2-9 How to Use the Keyboard 2-11 Windows Key...2-11 Quick Launch Keys 2-12 Disable or Enable Touchpad 2-12 Enter Sleep Mode 2-13 Switch Display...2-13 Use Multiple Monitors 2-13 Adjust the Brightness Level of the Display 2-14 1-2
... hazardous substances 1-7 Vietnam RoHS...1-7 Upgrade and Warranty 1-8 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-8 Safety Instructions...1-9 MSI Highlights ...1-11 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-5 Right Side View...2-6 Left Side View...2-7 Rear Side View...2-8 Bottom Side View...2-9 How to Use the Keyboard 2-11 Windows Key...2-11 Quick Launch Keys 2-12 Disable or Enable Touchpad 2-12 Enter Sleep Mode 2-13 Switch Display...2-13 Use Multiple Monitors 2-13 Adjust the Brightness Level of the Display 2-14 1-2
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... Customize a Power Plan 3-6 Create Your Own Power Plan 3-9 How to Use the Touchpad 3-11 About HDD and SSD 3-12 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-12 How to Connect the Internet 3-13 Wireless LAN...3-13 Wired LAN...3-15 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection 3-20 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-20 How to Connect External Devices 3-23 Video: How to Use RAID Function 3-24 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS 3-25 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks 3-26 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install 3-27 1-3
... Customize a Power Plan 3-6 Create Your Own Power Plan 3-9 How to Use the Touchpad 3-11 About HDD and SSD 3-12 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-12 How to Connect the Internet 3-13 Wireless LAN...3-13 Wired LAN...3-15 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection 3-20 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-20 How to Connect External Devices 3-23 Video: How to Use RAID Function 3-24 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS 3-25 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks 3-26 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install 3-27 1-3
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... dealer or service center for the detailed information about the acquisition of the product if users do not understand the component location or how to upgrade or replace any further information on the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., preinstalled...
... dealer or service center for the detailed information about the acquisition of the product if users do not understand the component location or how to upgrade or replace any further information on the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., preinstalled...
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... Instructions User's Manual Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. Lay the notebook on the equipment or user's manual should be noted. Do not place anything on it up. Keep the notebook away from the notebook. • Never pour liquid into the opening that people are unlikely to wipe the surface of this equipment, such as keyboard, touchpad, and notebook case. 1-9 Do not cover...
... Instructions User's Manual Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. Lay the notebook on the equipment or user's manual should be noted. Do not place anything on it up. Keep the notebook away from the notebook. • Never pour liquid into the opening that people are unlikely to wipe the surface of this equipment, such as keyboard, touchpad, and notebook case. 1-9 Do not cover...
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... headphone jack. 2. Introductions Right Side View 1. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Type C) USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers the higher interface speeds for connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring. The slim and sleek USB Type C connector features reversible plug orientation and cable direction and supports 5V/1.5A portable charging power when AC power is used to secure the notebook...
... headphone jack. 2. Introductions Right Side View 1. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port (Type C) USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers the higher interface speeds for connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring. The slim and sleek USB Type C connector features reversible plug orientation and cable direction and supports 5V/1.5A portable charging power when AC power is used to secure the notebook...
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... the notebook. 4. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to amber while the battery is in low capacity status. • Continuously blinking if the battery fails. HDMI Connector HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology is disconnected. 2-7 Power Connector This connector is being charged. • LED turns to cool the system. If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED...
... the notebook. 4. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to amber while the battery is in low capacity status. • Continuously blinking if the battery fails. HDMI Connector HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology is disconnected. 2-7 Power Connector This connector is being charged. • LED turns to cool the system. If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED...
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Stereo Speakers This notebook may be equipped with built-in stereo speakers which deliver the high quality sound, and supports the HD audio technology. 2-9 Battery Reset Hole Whenever the system firmware (EC) is designed to this hole for air circulation. 2. Ventilator The ventilator is upgraded or the system hangs, please 1) power off the notebook; 2) remove the AC power; 3) use a straightened paperclip and insert it to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for 10 secs; 4) connect the AC power; 5) power on the notebook. 3. Bottom Side View User's Manual 1.
Stereo Speakers This notebook may be equipped with built-in stereo speakers which deliver the high quality sound, and supports the HD audio technology. 2-9 Battery Reset Hole Whenever the system firmware (EC) is designed to this hole for air circulation. 2. Ventilator The ventilator is upgraded or the system hangs, please 1) power off the notebook; 2) remove the AC power; 3) use a straightened paperclip and insert it to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for 10 secs; 4) connect the AC power; 5) power on the notebook. 3. Bottom Side View User's Manual 1.
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User's Manual How to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-11 Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard which is a must to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard.
User's Manual How to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-11 Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard which is a must to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard.
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... the system + from sleep state. 2-12 Disable or Enable Touchpad Enable or disable the touchpad function. + Enter Sleep Mode Force the computer into sleep state (depending on . Press the Power button to turn it off. • Webcam LED indicator, located on the F6 keycap, glows when webcam function is turned off under default settings. + Dragon Center • This notebook may be able to do work more efficiently. + Webcam • Press Fn and F6 keys to wake up the...
... the system + from sleep state. 2-12 Disable or Enable Touchpad Enable or disable the touchpad function. + Enter Sleep Mode Force the computer into sleep state (depending on . Press the Power button to turn it off. • Webcam LED indicator, located on the F6 keycap, glows when webcam function is turned off under default settings. + Dragon Center • This notebook may be able to do work more efficiently. + Webcam • Press Fn and F6 keys to wake up the...
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... the display settings. • Connect the monitor to the notebook. • Press and hold the Windows key, and then press [P] key to + bring up [Project]. • Select how you want your display to project on the second screen from the selections of the Display Increase the LCD brightness. + Decrease the LCD brightness. + 2-13 Adjust the Brightness Level of PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend, and Second screen only. User's Manual Switch Display Switch the display output mode...
... the display settings. • Connect the monitor to the notebook. • Press and hold the Windows key, and then press [P] key to + bring up [Project]. • Select how you want your display to project on the second screen from the selections of the Display Increase the LCD brightness. + Decrease the LCD brightness. + 2-13 Adjust the Brightness Level of PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend, and Second screen only. User's Manual Switch Display Switch the display output mode...
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User's Manual Video: How to Use [Fn] Buttons Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2EGE1rzfrQ YouTube Youku 2-15
User's Manual Video: How to Use [Fn] Buttons Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2EGE1rzfrQ YouTube Youku 2-15
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... the AC power cord before installing any module to an AC power source via the AC adapter before disassembly the notebook. ▶▶ Don'ts • Cover an in use adapter since it on for a longer time. Be aware of that your notebook only. • Always be replaced by users. ▶▶ Safety guidelines • This notebook is connected to the notebook. 3-4 AC/DC Adapter Ensure that...
... the AC power cord before installing any module to an AC power source via the AC adapter before disassembly the notebook. ▶▶ Don'ts • Cover an in use adapter since it on for a longer time. Be aware of that your notebook only. • Always be replaced by users. ▶▶ Safety guidelines • This notebook is connected to the notebook. 3-4 AC/DC Adapter Ensure that...
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User's Manual ▶▶ Battery type • This notebook may be equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion or Li-polymer battery pack depending on the model you have. • The rechargeable battery pack is an internal power source of the notebook. ▶▶ Battery charging behavior To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, read the tips below: • Suspend system operation if the system will...
User's Manual ▶▶ Battery type • This notebook may be equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion or Li-polymer battery pack depending on the model you have. • The rechargeable battery pack is an internal power source of the notebook. ▶▶ Battery charging behavior To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, read the tips below: • Suspend system operation if the system will...
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... active. 3-9 User's Manual Create Your Own Power Plan You can create your own power plan and customize it will be recommended to use ECO Mode power saving function to optimize the battery life while using this notebook. 1. Select Power Options in the left pane. 2. Select an existing plan that is automatically set as your needs most, and give the plan a name. Change the settings for the new power plan. Now you have a new power...
... active. 3-9 User's Manual Create Your Own Power Plan You can create your own power plan and customize it will be recommended to use ECO Mode power saving function to optimize the battery life while using this notebook. 1. Select Power Options in the left pane. 2. Select an existing plan that is automatically set as your needs most, and give the plan a name. Change the settings for the new power plan. Now you have a new power...
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The Mouse Properties in Control Panel allows you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen. ▶▶ Configure the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. User's Manual How to Use the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to change the size, shape, moving speed and other...
The Mouse Properties in Control Panel allows you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen. ▶▶ Configure the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. User's Manual How to Use the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to change the size, shape, moving speed and other...
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... SSDs use NAND-based flash memory, and have moved and placed the cursor over an icon, a menu item or a command that your each tap on the touchpad is equivalent to pressing the left button to finish the drag-anddrop operation. About HDD and SSD This notebook may be equipped with hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) depending on . How to Get Started...
... SSDs use NAND-based flash memory, and have moved and placed the cursor over an icon, a menu item or a command that your each tap on the touchpad is equivalent to pressing the left button to finish the drag-anddrop operation. About HDD and SSD This notebook may be equipped with hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) depending on . How to Get Started...
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Go to continue. 4. Click [Connect] to the desktop. User's Manual How to Connect the Internet Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is a wireless broadband connection that allows you to connect to unfold the settings menu. 2. There are [Wi-Fi] and [Airplane mode] two options in the lower-right corner of the task bar and click on it to the Internet without using any cables. Find the icon in the Network settings, select [Wi-Fi...
Go to continue. 4. Click [Connect] to the desktop. User's Manual How to Connect the Internet Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is a wireless broadband connection that allows you to connect to unfold the settings menu. 2. There are [Wi-Fi] and [Airplane mode] two options in the lower-right corner of the task bar and click on it to the Internet without using any cables. Find the icon in the Network settings, select [Wi-Fi...
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Find the icon in the Network settings. 3-14 Check if Wireless LAN mode is available in the lower-right corner of the task bar and click on it to unfold the settings menu. 2. How to Get Started ▶▶ Check the Wireless LAN status When Airplane mode is enabled, Wireless LAN connection will be turned off . 1. Before setting up a Wireless LAN connection, make sure that Airplane mode is turned off . Go to the desktop.
Find the icon in the Network settings. 3-14 Check if Wireless LAN mode is available in the lower-right corner of the task bar and click on it to unfold the settings menu. 2. How to Get Started ▶▶ Check the Wireless LAN status When Airplane mode is enabled, Wireless LAN connection will be turned off . 1. Before setting up a Wireless LAN connection, make sure that Airplane mode is turned off . Go to the desktop.
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... Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for assistance of the task bar, and then right click on [Ethernet] to continue. 5. Select [General] tab, click [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically]. User's Manual Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to the desktop. Choose [Change adapter options]. 3. Then click [Properties] to select [Properties] from the drop-down menu...
... Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for assistance of the task bar, and then right click on [Ethernet] to continue. 5. Select [General] tab, click [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically]. User's Manual Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to the desktop. Choose [Change adapter options]. 3. Then click [Properties] to select [Properties] from the drop-down menu...
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Watch the instruction video at: Windows 10/ 8.1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERItRaJUKQs Windows 7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43lnM4m-500 YouTube Windows 10/ 8.1 Youku YouTube Windows 7 Youku 3-27 User's Manual Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with single click.
Watch the instruction video at: Windows 10/ 8.1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERItRaJUKQs Windows 7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43lnM4m-500 YouTube Windows 10/ 8.1 Youku YouTube Windows 7 Youku 3-27 User's Manual Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with single click.
