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......1-8 Upgrade and Warranty 1-9 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-9 Safety Instructions...1-10 MSI Highlights ...1-13 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...2-9 Rear Side View...2-10 Bottom Side View 2-11 How to Use the Keyboard 2-13 Power Key/ Enter Sleep Mode 2-13 Windows Key...2-14 Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys 2-14 Use Quick Fn Launch Keys 2-14 Screen Capture...2-15 Use Multiple Monitors 2-16 Application: True Color (optional...
......1-8 Upgrade and Warranty 1-9 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-9 Safety Instructions...1-10 MSI Highlights ...1-13 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...2-9 Rear Side View...2-10 Bottom Side View 2-11 How to Use the Keyboard 2-13 Power Key/ Enter Sleep Mode 2-13 Windows Key...2-14 Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys 2-14 Use Quick Fn Launch Keys 2-14 Screen Capture...2-15 Use Multiple Monitors 2-16 Application: True Color (optional...
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... to Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Login (optional 3-11 How to Use the Touchpad 3-16 About HDD and SSD 3-17 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-17 How to Connect the Internet 3-18 Wireless LAN...3-18 Wired LAN...3-20 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection 3-25 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-25 How to Connect External Devices 3-28 Video: How to Use RAID Function 3-29 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS 3-30 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks 3-31 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install...
... to Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Login (optional 3-11 How to Use the Touchpad 3-16 About HDD and SSD 3-17 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-17 How to Connect the Internet 3-18 Wireless LAN...3-18 Wired LAN...3-20 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection 3-25 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-25 How to Connect External Devices 3-28 Video: How to Use RAID Function 3-29 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS 3-30 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks 3-31 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install...
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... replaceable parts (or compatible ones) of spare parts. 1-9 For any component of the product if users do not understand the component location or how to assembly/disassembly, since the product has been discontinued, depending on the models users purchased. Do not attempt to be damaged. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card...
... replaceable parts (or compatible ones) of spare parts. 1-9 For any component of the product if users do not understand the component location or how to assembly/disassembly, since the product has been discontinued, depending on the models users purchased. Do not attempt to be damaged. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card...
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... and warnings on the equipment or user's manual should be noted. • Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard. • Disposal of a battery into a grounded (earthed) AC outlet. Do not place anything on top of the power cord. • Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before setting it up. • Do not lay...
... and warnings on the equipment or user's manual should be noted. • Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard. • Disposal of a battery into a grounded (earthed) AC outlet. Do not place anything on top of the power cord. • Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before setting it up. • Do not lay...
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... notebook by using fingers or stylus. 2-4 Power LED/ GPU Mode LED • Glowing white when the notebook power is turned on the notebook, and use it is turned off. 2. Keyboard The built-in chapter 3 for details. 3. Touch Screen Monitor (optional) This optionally equipped 10-point multi-touch screen monitor allows users to Use the Keyboard for details. 4. Fingerprint Sensor (optional) Use the fingerprint sensor to set up the system from sleep state. • Long press this key to Set Up Windows...
... notebook by using fingers or stylus. 2-4 Power LED/ GPU Mode LED • Glowing white when the notebook power is turned on the notebook, and use it is turned off. 2. Keyboard The built-in chapter 3 for details. 3. Touch Screen Monitor (optional) This optionally equipped 10-point multi-touch screen monitor allows users to Use the Keyboard for details. 4. Fingerprint Sensor (optional) Use the fingerprint sensor to set up the system from sleep state. • Long press this key to Set Up Windows...
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... connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring. 2-7 If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED goes out when the battery is fully charged or when the AC/DC adapter is turned off. Right Side View 1. Status LED Power LED • LED glows when the notebook power is turned on. • LED flashes...
... connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring. 2-7 If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED goes out when the battery is fully charged or when the AC/DC adapter is turned off. Right Side View 1. Status LED Power LED • LED glows when the notebook power is turned on. • LED flashes...
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.../1.5A portable charging power output when AC or DC power is the industry-leading interface and de-facto standard connecting high-definition (HD) and ultra highdefinition (UHD) equipment. 4. Card Reader The built-in card reader supports various types of memory cards. HDMI Connector HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology is connected. (Follow the Intel® ThunderboltTM protocol specification). 3. Thunderbolt (Type-C) port (optional) Thunderbolt™ 4 supports USB 4.0, PCIe, HDMI, DisplayPort connection; 8K display monitor output; Left...
.../1.5A portable charging power output when AC or DC power is the industry-leading interface and de-facto standard connecting high-definition (HD) and ultra highdefinition (UHD) equipment. 4. Card Reader The built-in card reader supports various types of memory cards. HDMI Connector HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology is connected. (Follow the Intel® ThunderboltTM protocol specification). 3. Thunderbolt (Type-C) port (optional) Thunderbolt™ 4 supports USB 4.0, PCIe, HDMI, DisplayPort connection; 8K display monitor output; Left...
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With the help of these keys, users will be able to activate the specific applications or tools. How to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-13 Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard to work more efficiently. Use the FN keys on the keyboard which is a must to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard.
With the help of these keys, users will be able to activate the specific applications or tools. How to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. 2-13 Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard to work more efficiently. Use the FN keys on the keyboard which is a must to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard.
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LED goes out when quick FN function keys are functional; Touchpad Press to switch the User Scenario in MSI Center. 2-14 Microphone • Press to enable or disable the microphone function. • Microphone is available to use with a versatile utility, MSI Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in speaker's volume. MSI Center • This notebook may be pre-installing with a single press under default settings. Introductions Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys • This notebook is equipped a set of quick FN...
LED goes out when quick FN function keys are functional; Touchpad Press to switch the User Scenario in MSI Center. 2-14 Microphone • Press to enable or disable the microphone function. • Microphone is available to use with a versatile utility, MSI Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in speaker's volume. MSI Center • This notebook may be pre-installing with a single press under default settings. Introductions Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys • This notebook is equipped a set of quick FN...
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Keyboard Backlight LED Settings (optional) Press repeatedly to select a backlight LED level according to its default position. Press again to rotate the screen back to your preference. Screen Capture It is a must to use FN and prtscr keys to take a screen capture to the clipboard, and then be pasted into an editing program. + 2-15 LCD Settings • f9: Decrease the LCD brightness. • f10: Increase the LCD brightness. Screen Rotation Rotate the screen upside down for 180 degrees. Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both.
Keyboard Backlight LED Settings (optional) Press repeatedly to select a backlight LED level according to its default position. Press again to rotate the screen back to your preference. Screen Capture It is a must to use FN and prtscr keys to take a screen capture to the clipboard, and then be pasted into an editing program. + 2-15 LCD Settings • f9: Decrease the LCD brightness. • f10: Increase the LCD brightness. Screen Rotation Rotate the screen upside down for 180 degrees. Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both.
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... and hold the FN key, and then press the Z key to launch the True Color application. + True Color Selections • Press and hold the Windows key, and then press [P] key to + bring up [Project]. • Select how you want your display to change different view modes. 2-16 Introductions Use Multiple Monitors If users connect an additional monitor to the notebook, the system will be...
... and hold the FN key, and then press the Z key to launch the True Color application. + True Color Selections • Press and hold the Windows key, and then press [P] key to + bring up [Project]. • Select how you want your display to change different view modes. 2-16 Introductions Use Multiple Monitors If users connect an additional monitor to the notebook, the system will be...
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... 5V/1.5A portable charging power output when AC or DC power is connected 1 x Mic-in/ Headphone-out combo Video 1 x HDMI Card Reader 1 x MicroSD Communication Port Wireless LAN Bluetooth Supported Supported Display LCD Type 14" FHD LED panel Touch Screen (optional) 10-point multi-touch screen monitor optioanlly supported Video Graphics VRAM • NVIDIA® GeForce® discrete graphics with NVIDIA® Optimus™ supported • Intel HD UMA graphics GDDR5, based on GPU structure Webcam Resolution HD Audio Internal Speakers 2 x stereo...
... 5V/1.5A portable charging power output when AC or DC power is connected 1 x Mic-in/ Headphone-out combo Video 1 x HDMI Card Reader 1 x MicroSD Communication Port Wireless LAN Bluetooth Supported Supported Display LCD Type 14" FHD LED panel Touch Screen (optional) 10-point multi-touch screen monitor optioanlly supported Video Graphics VRAM • NVIDIA® GeForce® discrete graphics with NVIDIA® Optimus™ supported • Intel HD UMA graphics GDDR5, based on GPU structure Webcam Resolution HD Audio Internal Speakers 2 x stereo...
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... an AC power source via the AC adapter before turning it is likely to the notebook. 3-4 How to Get Started How to Manage Power Supply This section provides users basic safety precautions to get a new notebook or a new notebook battery, it is important to know how to charge and care for your battery in -use AC/DC adapter. • Unplug the AC power cord before installing any module to cause...
... an AC power source via the AC adapter before turning it is likely to the notebook. 3-4 How to Get Started How to Manage Power Supply This section provides users basic safety precautions to get a new notebook or a new notebook battery, it is important to know how to charge and care for your battery in -use AC/DC adapter. • Unplug the AC power cord before installing any module to cause...
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... memory effect. ▶▶ 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 time. • Disable unnecessary settings or remove idle peripherals. • Connect an AC/DC adapter to the system whenever possible. ▶▶ How to charge the battery...
... memory effect. ▶▶ 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 time. • Disable unnecessary settings or remove idle peripherals. • Connect an AC/DC adapter to the system whenever possible. ▶▶ How to charge the battery...
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... battery life while using this notebook. 1. Now you have a new power plan that meet your requirement. However, it as active. 3-9 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 make the customized power plan taking effect. 4. Click [Next] to continue. 3. Click [Create a power plan] in the menu. Change the settings for the new power plan. Select Power Options...
... battery life while using this notebook. 1. Now you have a new power plan that meet your requirement. However, it as active. 3-9 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 make the customized power plan taking effect. 4. Click [Next] to continue. 3. Click [Create a power plan] in the menu. Change the settings for the new power plan. Select Power Options...
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... Password. 3. Follow on-screen instruction to use Windows. ▶ Create a Password 1. How to Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Login (optional) Windows Hello is a more secure, personal way to get instant access to your account password, click [OK] to close. 3-11 Once you 're allowed to create a new password. 4. Enter again to login with a quick swipe or glance. In Sign-in with a touch. The feature requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports...
... Password. 3. Follow on-screen instruction to use Windows. ▶ Create a Password 1. How to Set Up Windows Hello Fingerprint Login (optional) Windows Hello is a more secure, personal way to get instant access to your account password, click [OK] to close. 3-11 Once you 're allowed to create a new password. 4. Enter again to login with a quick swipe or glance. In Sign-in with a touch. The feature requires fingerprint reader or a infrared camera that supports...
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... Microsoft or IBM PS/2 driver in your Windows operating system. To configure the touchpad, you move your fingertip across the pad, the cursor on the screen will act as a miniature duplicate of your display. How to Get Started 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...
... Microsoft or IBM PS/2 driver in your Windows operating system. To configure the touchpad, you move your fingertip across the pad, the cursor on the screen will act as a miniature duplicate of your display. How to Get Started 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...
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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 execute a double-click. ▶ Drag and Drop You can move your finger to remove or install the HDD and SSD when the notebook is to pressing the left button to users...
... 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 execute a double-click. ▶ Drag and Drop You can move your finger to remove or install the HDD and SSD when the notebook is to pressing the left button to users...
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Check if Wireless LAN mode is turned off . Go to unfold the settings menu. 2. ▶ Check the Wireless LAN status When Airplane mode is enabled, Wireless LAN connection will be turned off . 1. Find the icon in the Network settings. 3-19 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 the desktop.
Check if Wireless LAN mode is turned off . Go to unfold the settings menu. 2. ▶ Check the Wireless LAN status When Airplane mode is enabled, Wireless LAN connection will be turned off . 1. Find the icon in the Network settings. 3-19 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 the desktop.
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... it to select [Open Network & Internet settings]. 2. Troubleshoot problems Open Network & Internet settings 3-20 Choose [Change adapter options]. 3. Select [General] tab, click [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically]. In the Ethernet Properties window, select [Networking] tab and check [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)]. Before setting up the connection of Dynamic IP/PPPoE or Broadband (PPPoE) or Static IP, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or...
... it to select [Open Network & Internet settings]. 2. Troubleshoot problems Open Network & Internet settings 3-20 Choose [Change adapter options]. 3. Select [General] tab, click [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically]. In the Ethernet Properties window, select [Networking] tab and check [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)]. Before setting up the connection of Dynamic IP/PPPoE or Broadband (PPPoE) or Static IP, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or...