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... restriction of 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 ...1-12 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-6 Right Side View...2-7 Left Side View...2-8 Rear Side View...2-10 Bottom Side View 2-11 How to Use the Keyboard 2-12 Power Key/ Enter Sleep Mode 2-12 Windows Key...2-12 Quick Use FN keys 2-13 Quick Launch Keys 2-13 Disable or Enable Touchpad 2-13 Disable or Enable Microphone 2-13 Switch Display...2-14 1-2
... restriction of 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 ...1-12 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-6 Right Side View...2-7 Left Side View...2-8 Rear Side View...2-10 Bottom Side View 2-11 How to Use the Keyboard 2-12 Power Key/ Enter Sleep Mode 2-12 Windows Key...2-12 Quick Use FN keys 2-13 Quick Launch Keys 2-13 Disable or Enable Touchpad 2-13 Disable or Enable Microphone 2-13 Switch Display...2-14 1-2
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User's Manual Screen Rotation...2-14 Screen Capture...2-14 Use Multiple Monitors 2-14 Adjust the Brightness Level of the Display 2-14 Adjust the Sound Level of the Speaker 2-15 Select a Keyboard Backlight LED Level 2-15 Application: True Color (optional 2-15 Specifications...2-16 How to Get Started 3-1 Begin to Use the Notebook 3-2 How to Use the Notebook Comfortably 3-3 How to Manage Power Supply 3-4 AC/DC Adapter...3-4 Battery...3-4 How to Set Up a Power Plan in Windows 10 3-6 Choose or Customize a Power Plan 3-6 Create Your Own Power Plan 3-9 How...
User's Manual Screen Rotation...2-14 Screen Capture...2-14 Use Multiple Monitors 2-14 Adjust the Brightness Level of the Display 2-14 Adjust the Sound Level of the Speaker 2-15 Select a Keyboard Backlight LED Level 2-15 Application: True Color (optional 2-15 Specifications...2-16 How to Get Started 3-1 Begin to Use the Notebook 3-2 How to Use the Notebook Comfortably 3-3 How to Manage Power Supply 3-4 AC/DC Adapter...3-4 Battery...3-4 How to Set Up a Power Plan in Windows 10 3-6 Choose or Customize a Power Plan 3-6 Create Your Own Power Plan 3-9 How...
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... product to be damaged. Do not attempt 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 in certain countries or territories may be fulfilled by user's request depending on the models users purchased.
... product to be damaged. Do not attempt 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 in certain countries or territories may be fulfilled by user's request depending on the models users purchased.
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... anything on top of the power cord. • Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before setting it is easily accessible at all times. • Disconnect power from the notebook by MSI, or a compatible one purchased from MSI. • Place the power cord in an explosion. Safety Instructions User's Manual Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. Leaving a battery in an extremely high...
... anything on top of the power cord. • Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before setting it is easily accessible at all times. • Disconnect power from the notebook by MSI, or a compatible one purchased from MSI. • Place the power cord in an explosion. Safety Instructions User's Manual Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. Leaving a battery in an extremely high...
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... the optionally supported discrete GPU mode is selected. • LED flashes when the notebook goes to the webcam, blinks when webcam function is turned off . • The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of the notebook. 2-4 Keyboard The built-in microphone shares the same function with an external one. 2. Refer to How to Use the Keyboard for details.(optional) • Webcam LED indicator, next to the sleep state. • LED goes off when the notebook is activated;
... the optionally supported discrete GPU mode is selected. • LED flashes when the notebook goes to the webcam, blinks when webcam function is turned off . • The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of the notebook. 2-4 Keyboard The built-in microphone shares the same function with an external one. 2. Refer to How to Use the Keyboard for details.(optional) • Webcam LED indicator, next to the sleep state. • LED goes off when the notebook is activated;
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If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED goes out when it is fully charged or when the AC/DC adapter is in card reader supports various types of memory cards. Card Reader The built-in low capacity status. • Continuously blinking if the battery fails. User's Manual Battery Status • LED glows when the battery is being charged. • LED turns glowing amber while the battery is disconnected. 3. Check the Specifications for details. 2-9
If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED goes out when it is fully charged or when the AC/DC adapter is in card reader supports various types of memory cards. Card Reader The built-in low capacity status. • Continuously blinking if the battery fails. User's Manual Battery Status • LED glows when the battery is being charged. • LED turns glowing amber while the battery is disconnected. 3. Check the Specifications for details. 2-9
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... needed. With the help of these keys, users will be able to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-12 To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to work more efficiently. Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard which is a must to activate the specific applications or tools. Power Key/ Enter Sleep Mode • Press this key to turn the notebook power...
... needed. With the help of these keys, users will be able to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-12 To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to work more efficiently. Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard which is a must to activate the specific applications or tools. Power Key/ Enter Sleep Mode • Press this key to turn the notebook power...
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... the microphone function is enabled . 2-13 User's Manual Quick Use FN keys • This notebook is available to use with a versatile utility, Creator Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in multitasking. • Press repeatedly to switch between High Performance/ Balanced/ Silent/ Super Battery scenarios according to your preference. • Refer to enable or disable the touchpad function. Disable or Enable Microphone • Press to restore the default FN functions, and the FN Lock LED indicator...
... the microphone function is enabled . 2-13 User's Manual Quick Use FN keys • This notebook is available to use with a versatile utility, Creator Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in multitasking. • Press repeatedly to switch between High Performance/ Balanced/ Silent/ Super Battery scenarios according to your preference. • Refer to enable or disable the touchpad function. Disable or Enable Microphone • Press to restore the default FN functions, and the FN Lock LED indicator...
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... default position. Users will automatically detect the external monitor connected. Press again to rotate the screen back to rotate the screen upside down for 180 degrees. Introductions Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both keys to take a screen capture to the + clipboard, and then it can be allowed to customize the display settings. • Connect the monitor to the notebook. • Press and hold the Windows key...
... default position. Users will automatically detect the external monitor connected. Press again to rotate the screen back to rotate the screen upside down for 180 degrees. Introductions Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both keys to take a screen capture to the + clipboard, and then it can be allowed to customize the display settings. • Connect the monitor to the notebook. • Press and hold the Windows key...
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... Processor Family Memory Technology Memory LPDDR3/DDR4, 2133/2666 (optional) BGA on board/1 x SO-DIMM slots (optional) Maximum Up to learn the correct specifications of the product user purchased. Visit MSI official website at www.msi.com, or contact the local retailers to 16GB Power AC/DC Adapter (option 1) 1 x 90W, 20V Input: 100-240V~, 50/60Hz Output: 20V , 4.5A AC/DC Adapter (option 2) Battery RTC Battery 1 x 65W...
... Processor Family Memory Technology Memory LPDDR3/DDR4, 2133/2666 (optional) BGA on board/1 x SO-DIMM slots (optional) Maximum Up to learn the correct specifications of the product user purchased. Visit MSI official website at www.msi.com, or contact the local retailers to 16GB Power AC/DC Adapter (option 1) 1 x 90W, 20V Input: 100-240V~, 50/60Hz Output: 20V , 4.5A AC/DC Adapter (option 2) Battery RTC Battery 1 x 65W...
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...; Battery charging behavior To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, read the tips below: • Suspend system operation if the system will 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 time. • Disable unnecessary settings or remove idle peripherals. • Connect...
...; Battery charging behavior To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, read the tips below: • Suspend system operation if the system will 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 time. • Disable unnecessary settings or remove idle peripherals. • Connect...
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... use ECO Mode power saving function to optimize the battery life while using this notebook. 1. Click [Create a power plan] in the menu. Select an existing plan that is automatically set as your needs most, and give the plan a name. Click [Next] to make the customized power plan taking effect. 4. However, it as active. 3-9 Click [Create] to continue. 3. Now you have a new power plan that meet your requirement. Change the settings...
... use ECO Mode power saving function to optimize the battery life while using this notebook. 1. Click [Create a power plan] in the menu. Select an existing plan that is automatically set as your needs most, and give the plan a name. Click [Next] to make the customized power plan taking effect. 4. However, it as active. 3-9 Click [Create] to continue. 3. Now you have a new power plan that meet your requirement. Change the settings...
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... login with a quick swipe or glance. Open up , you 're allowed to create a new password. 4. User's Manual How to Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Login Windows Hello is a more secure, personal way to get instant access to sign in options, click Password. 3. The feature requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports it. Enter again to verify your Windows 10 devices using fingerprint or facial recognition. Follow below instructions to close...
... login with a quick swipe or glance. Open up , you 're allowed to create a new password. 4. User's Manual How to Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Login Windows Hello is a more secure, personal way to get instant access to sign in options, click Password. 3. The feature requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports it. Enter again to verify your Windows 10 devices using fingerprint or facial recognition. Follow below instructions to close...
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... way to get instant access to create a new password. 4. The feature requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports it. Follow on-screen instruction to your account password, click [OK] to login with a quick swipe or glance. Follow below instructions to close. 3-16 In Sign-in with a look. Enter again to verify your Windows 10 devices using fingerprint or facial recognition. You need to set up Settings and locate [Accounts]. 2.
... way to get instant access to create a new password. 4. The feature requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports it. Follow on-screen instruction to your account password, click [OK] to login with a quick swipe or glance. Follow below instructions to close. 3-16 In Sign-in with a look. Enter again to verify your Windows 10 devices using fingerprint or facial recognition. You need to set up Settings and locate [Accounts]. 2.
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In Sign-in the center of the frame that appears on . The option to be recorded with IR Camera 1. Position your face. 4. It allows you to Remove the facial login is useful for users wearing glasses. The camera will register your face in options, click the [Set up a Facial Login with /without glasses on screen. On the Windows Hello setup wizard, click [Get started] button. 3. Complete the setup, Improve recognition which is here as well. 3-19 User's Manual ▶▶ Set up ] button under Windows Hello Face. 2.
In Sign-in the center of the frame that appears on . The option to be recorded with IR Camera 1. Position your face. 4. It allows you to Remove the facial login is useful for users wearing glasses. The camera will register your face in options, click the [Set up a Facial Login with /without glasses on screen. On the Windows Hello setup wizard, click [Get started] button. 3. Complete the setup, Improve recognition which is here as well. 3-19 User's Manual ▶▶ Set up ] button under Windows Hello Face. 2.
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... configure the touchpad, you can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS/2 driver in your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-handed user, you may want to swap the functions of the two buttons. When your finger reaches the edge of the pad, lift your finger and place it on the screen. The Mouse Properties in Control Panel allows you to change...
... configure the touchpad, you can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS/2 driver in your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-handed user, you may want to swap the functions of the two buttons. When your finger reaches the edge of the pad, lift your finger and place it on the screen. The Mouse Properties in Control Panel allows you to change...
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... press the left button to select. Unlike the traditional pointing device such as the mouse, the whole touchpad can move your notebook. The hard disk drive and solid state drive are compatible with the touchpad on the second tap. Please consult an authorized retailer or service center for correct specifications and installations. 3-22 About M.2 SSD Slot The notebook may be equipped with hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state...
... press the left button to select. Unlike the traditional pointing device such as the mouse, the whole touchpad can move your notebook. The hard disk drive and solid state drive are compatible with the touchpad on the second tap. Please consult an authorized retailer or service center for correct specifications and installations. 3-22 About M.2 SSD Slot The notebook may be equipped with hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state...
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Check if Wireless LAN mode is turned off . Before setting up a Wireless LAN connection, make sure that Airplane mode is available in the lower-right corner of the task bar and click on it to unfold the settings menu. 2. Go to Get Started ▶▶ Check the Wireless LAN status When Airplane mode is enabled, Wireless LAN connection will be turned off . 1. How to the desktop. Find the icon in the Network settings. 3-24
Check if Wireless LAN mode is turned off . Before setting up a Wireless LAN connection, make sure that Airplane mode is available in the lower-right corner of the task bar and click on it to unfold the settings menu. 2. Go to Get Started ▶▶ Check the Wireless LAN status When Airplane mode is enabled, Wireless LAN connection will be turned off . 1. How to the desktop. Find the icon in the Network settings. 3-24
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... or Broadband (PPPoE) or Static IP, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for assistance of the task bar, and then right click on [Ethernet] to continue. 5. Go to select [Open Network & Internet settings]. 2. Find the icon in the lower-right corner of setting up Internet connection. ▶▶ Dynamic IP/PPPoE Connection 1. User's Manual Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to the Internet. Troubleshoot problems Open Network & Internet settings 3-25
... or Broadband (PPPoE) or Static IP, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for assistance of the task bar, and then right click on [Ethernet] to continue. 5. Go to select [Open Network & Internet settings]. 2. Find the icon in the lower-right corner of setting up Internet connection. ▶▶ Dynamic IP/PPPoE Connection 1. User's Manual Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to the Internet. Troubleshoot problems Open Network & Internet settings 3-25
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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 3-37
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 3-37
