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... How to Use User Scenario with Keyboard FN keys 22 General Settings...23 Game Highlights...24 Interface Overview...25 MSI Companion...26 Control tab...26 Display tab...27 Mystic Light ...28 Function Overview...28 Customizing personal LED Light Effect 29 Ambient Link...30 Network Requirements 30 Philips Hue Setup (optional 30 Nanoleaf Setup (optional 30 3 Content Copyright and Trademarks Notice 5 Revision History 5 Introduction...6 Login and Register 6 Create an...
... How to Use User Scenario with Keyboard FN keys 22 General Settings...23 Game Highlights...24 Interface Overview...25 MSI Companion...26 Control tab...26 Display tab...27 Mystic Light ...28 Function Overview...28 Customizing personal LED Light Effect 29 Ambient Link...30 Network Requirements 30 Philips Hue Setup (optional 30 Nanoleaf Setup (optional 30 3 Content Copyright and Trademarks Notice 5 Revision History 5 Introduction...6 Login and Register 6 Create an...
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Choose Your Features Within the latest MSI Center, you ! 1. Move the mouse cursor to meet your personal needs. 10 In Feature Sets page, feel free to select, install or uninstall any MSI features listed to the [Feature Sets] icon at the upper right corner and click on it. 2. Simply install or update your own style and features. Feature Sets -- Experience the convenience that MSI Center brings to you are able to choose your favorite features in Feature Sets page.
Choose Your Features Within the latest MSI Center, you ! 1. Move the mouse cursor to meet your personal needs. 10 In Feature Sets page, feel free to select, install or uninstall any MSI features listed to the [Feature Sets] icon at the upper right corner and click on it. 2. Simply install or update your own style and features. Feature Sets -- Experience the convenience that MSI Center brings to you are able to choose your favorite features in Feature Sets page.
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For each game, only the supported functions will be shown within the Gaming Mode options dialog box. 12 Mystic Light: Show Hotkey Lighting or Game Sense on Per Key RGB Keyboard for palm resistance. 4. System Performance: Switch to Extreme Performance mode, free up memory and prioritize your game to Gamer mode for the best visual experience. 3. Touchpad disabled: Disable the touchpad for the best game experience. 5. Game Highlights: Record...
For each game, only the supported functions will be shown within the Gaming Mode options dialog box. 12 Mystic Light: Show Hotkey Lighting or Game Sense on Per Key RGB Keyboard for palm resistance. 4. System Performance: Switch to Extreme Performance mode, free up memory and prioritize your game to Gamer mode for the best visual experience. 3. Touchpad disabled: Disable the touchpad for the best game experience. 5. Game Highlights: Record...
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... not activated at one time. Before using Smart Priority, make sure that the function SWITCH is selected, users are allowed to re-edit the Priority List. 18 Drag and drop the App into Priority List. 5. Right click on -screen instructions to drag a specified App from SW List into the Priority List. 6. Follow the on the icon and hold the mouse button. If [User Priority] mode is set...
... not activated at one time. Before using Smart Priority, make sure that the function SWITCH is selected, users are allowed to re-edit the Priority List. 18 Drag and drop the App into Priority List. 5. Right click on -screen instructions to drag a specified App from SW List into the Priority List. 6. Follow the on the icon and hold the mouse button. If [User Priority] mode is set...
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... the work efficiency. For certain CPU/GPU, you can overclock in accordance with users' needs to optimize user mode via MSI AI Engine automatically. • Extreme Performance: A powerful mode that lowers the power consumption for AAA games. Follow the on-screen instructions to your own settings. 20 Select a proper graphics mode according to make your needs from MSHybrid Graphics Mode or Discrete Graphics Mode or Integrated Graphics Mode. 5. Go to Use User...
... the work efficiency. For certain CPU/GPU, you can overclock in accordance with users' needs to optimize user mode via MSI AI Engine automatically. • Extreme Performance: A powerful mode that lowers the power consumption for AAA games. Follow the on-screen instructions to your own settings. 20 Select a proper graphics mode according to make your needs from MSHybrid Graphics Mode or Discrete Graphics Mode or Integrated Graphics Mode. 5. Go to Use User...
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... settings in unplugged to prolong battery life. 7. USB Power Share: Enable or disable USB Power Share function. 8. WebCam: Enable or disable WebCam function 4. Windows Key: Enable or disable Windows Key on the keyboard. 3. Display Power Saver: To lower the panel refresh rate when the power the in this page. Functions listed here may differ from model to hibernate or sleep when close lid or press Power button. 23 GPU Switch: Select MSHybrid Graphics Mode or Discrete Graphics Mode or Intergrated Graphics Mode. 5. Switch Key: Click to switch the Windows key...
... settings in unplugged to prolong battery life. 7. USB Power Share: Enable or disable USB Power Share function. 8. WebCam: Enable or disable WebCam function 4. Windows Key: Enable or disable Windows Key on the keyboard. 3. Display Power Saver: To lower the panel refresh rate when the power the in this page. Functions listed here may differ from model to hibernate or sleep when close lid or press Power button. 23 GPU Switch: Select MSHybrid Graphics Mode or Discrete Graphics Mode or Intergrated Graphics Mode. 5. Switch Key: Click to switch the Windows key...
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Function Overview 1. Mystic Light *Optionally supported for third party devices. 28 Mystic Light allows users to do the setup. LED Effect selections: Select one by clicking on the Profile buttons. 2. Select one and setup the LED light effects, colors, speed, and brightness level here. Mystic Light Setting: Click to enter Mystic Light setting page to make all the selections taking effect. 5. Go to MSI Center [Features > Mystic Light] to control keyboard LED light effects easier...
Function Overview 1. Mystic Light *Optionally supported for third party devices. 28 Mystic Light allows users to do the setup. LED Effect selections: Select one by clicking on the Profile buttons. 2. Select one and setup the LED light effects, colors, speed, and brightness level here. Mystic Light Setting: Click to enter Mystic Light setting page to make all the selections taking effect. 5. Go to MSI Center [Features > Mystic Light] to control keyboard LED light effects easier...
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... the LED turns on and steady. 4. The following steps will be kept. 1. Delete the previous device from the app and setup once again. After a 1 minute boot up sequence, the Panels will lead users to do a soft reset. How to reset the Light Panels The Light Panels can be connected to a new network or reset back to the factory settings. Press and hold down the Effect Select and Power buttons on the controller...
... the LED turns on and steady. 4. The following steps will be kept. 1. Delete the previous device from the app and setup once again. After a 1 minute boot up sequence, the Panels will lead users to do a soft reset. How to reset the Light Panels The Light Panels can be connected to a new network or reset back to the factory settings. Press and hold down the Effect Select and Power buttons on the controller...
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Follow the on the device button to enter its setting page. 59 Gaming Gear This page will only be available when MSI gaming gear or supported third-party devices are allowed to setup specific options to the devices connected. 1. Go to your notebook. Move the mouse cursor to the detected devices shown on this page, and click on -screen instructions to your notebook. 2. You are connected to install necessary drivers, if needed. 4. Connect MSI gaming gear to MSI Center [Features > Gaming Gear] 3.
Follow the on the device button to enter its setting page. 59 Gaming Gear This page will only be available when MSI gaming gear or supported third-party devices are allowed to setup specific options to the devices connected. 1. Go to your notebook. Move the mouse cursor to the detected devices shown on this page, and click on -screen instructions to your notebook. 2. You are connected to install necessary drivers, if needed. 4. Connect MSI gaming gear to MSI Center [Features > Gaming Gear] 3.
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Service Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base In Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base page, user can search for related information by searching for the keywords in the search toolbar. Go to get more information at MSI official website. 65 Move the mose cursor to click on [More] to MSI Center [Support > Service]. Users can find a list of frequently asked questions and answers, giving them possible instructions to solve basic situations.
Service Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base In Trouble Shooting and Knowledge Base page, user can search for related information by searching for the keywords in the search toolbar. Go to get more information at MSI official website. 65 Move the mose cursor to click on [More] to MSI Center [Support > Service]. Users can find a list of frequently asked questions and answers, giving them possible instructions to solve basic situations.
User Manual
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... 3-17 How to Use the Touchpad 3-19 About HDD and SSD 3-20 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-20 How to Connect the Internet in Windows OS 3-21 Wireless LAN...3-21 Wired LAN...3-23 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows OS 3-28 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-28 How to Connect External Devices 3-31 How to Use Adjustable Rotating Display Panel (optional 3-32 How to Use USB Power Share Function (optional 3-33 Video: How to Use F3 Recovery on MSI notebook preloaded system (optional)........3-34 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install 3-35 1-4
... 3-17 How to Use the Touchpad 3-19 About HDD and SSD 3-20 About M.2 SSD Slot...3-20 How to Connect the Internet in Windows OS 3-21 Wireless LAN...3-21 Wired LAN...3-23 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows OS 3-28 Activating Bluetooth Connection 3-28 How to Connect External Devices 3-31 How to Use Adjustable Rotating Display Panel (optional 3-32 How to Use USB Power Share Function (optional 3-33 Video: How to Use F3 Recovery on MSI notebook preloaded system (optional)........3-34 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install 3-35 1-4
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... environmental impact by power managing or turning off your product when it may cause the product to be upgradable or replaceable by the U.S. For any component of Energy. Please contact the manufacturer via http:// www.msi.com/support/ for product service information. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., preinstalled in...
... environmental impact by power managing or turning off your product when it may cause the product to be upgradable or replaceable by the U.S. For any component of Energy. Please contact the manufacturer via http:// www.msi.com/support/ for product service information. Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components, such as memory modules, HDD, SSD, ODD, and Bluetooth/WiFi combo card, etc., preinstalled in...
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...; Slide the camera shutter to the webcam, glows when webcam function is activated; Webcam/ Webcam LED/ Internal Microphone • This built-in webcam can be optionally equipped with modes of Clamshell/ Stand/ Tent/ Tablet is activated. 8. Touch Screen Monitor (optional) • This optionally equipped 10-point multi-touch screen monitor allows users to interact with the notebook by using fingers or stylus. • The adjustable rotating display panel with IR Camera module, which supports infrared facial recognition function. • Webcam LED indicator, next to hide...
...; Slide the camera shutter to the webcam, glows when webcam function is activated; Webcam/ Webcam LED/ Internal Microphone • This built-in webcam can be optionally equipped with modes of Clamshell/ Stand/ Tent/ Tablet is activated. 8. Touch Screen Monitor (optional) • This optionally equipped 10-point multi-touch screen monitor allows users to interact with the notebook by using fingers or stylus. • The adjustable rotating display panel with IR Camera module, which supports infrared facial recognition function. • Webcam LED indicator, next to hide...
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... with microphone. • The Combo Audio Port supports 4-Pole 3.5mm headphone jack. 2-7 Right Side View 1. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for the connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras. 4. 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 AC adapter is in card reader supports various types of memory cards.
... with microphone. • The Combo Audio Port supports 4-Pole 3.5mm headphone jack. 2-7 Right Side View 1. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for the connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras. 4. 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 AC adapter is in card reader supports various types of memory cards.
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... the sound is equipped with a set of Quick FN Launch Keys. The Mute LED indicator, located on the ESC keycap, to enable or disable the touchpad function. Microphone Off • Press to switch the User Scenario in MSI Center. 2-13 Each function key, located on : Standard FN combination keys enabled. Bluetooth Open Windows bluetooth setting page. LED on F1 to F12, has a built-in function that is disabled. Touchpad Press to learn the function status. LED off: Quick FN Launch Keys enabled. Enable Quick FN Launch Keys...
... the sound is equipped with a set of Quick FN Launch Keys. The Mute LED indicator, located on the ESC keycap, to enable or disable the touchpad function. Microphone Off • Press to switch the User Scenario in MSI Center. 2-13 Each function key, located on : Standard FN combination keys enabled. Bluetooth Open Windows bluetooth setting page. LED on F1 to F12, has a built-in function that is disabled. Touchpad Press to learn the function status. LED off: Quick FN Launch Keys enabled. Enable Quick FN Launch Keys...
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... LAN (WOL) feature is enabled, the notebook can . How to Get Started Power Management through ENERGY STAR® qualified monitors The power management feature allows the notebook to achieve zero energy consumption. 3-6 Be aware of that the battery may not be replaced by users. ▶ Activate the ECO power saving function to manage the computer's energy consumption. ▶ Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. ▶ Go to Windows...
... LAN (WOL) feature is enabled, the notebook can . How to Get Started Power Management through ENERGY STAR® qualified monitors The power management feature allows the notebook to achieve zero energy consumption. 3-6 Be aware of that the battery may not be replaced by users. ▶ Activate the ECO power saving function to manage the computer's energy consumption. ▶ Turn off the monitor after a period of user inactivity. ▶ Go to Windows...
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... [Power Options] window, the Power Plan of Windows operating system installed. Click on the different version of [Balanced] is a collection of hardware and system settings that manages how your computer uses and conserves power. Change settings for existing plans or create your needs. 8. Follow the on [Restore plan defaults]. 9. How to search] field. 2. meet your own plan. Go to [Start] and then move the mouse cursor to [Type here to Set Up a Power...
... [Power Options] window, the Power Plan of Windows operating system installed. Click on the different version of [Balanced] is a collection of hardware and system settings that manages how your computer uses and conserves power. Change settings for existing plans or create your needs. 8. Follow the on [Restore plan defaults]. 9. How to search] field. 2. meet your own plan. Go to [Start] and then move the mouse cursor to [Type here to Set Up a Power...
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... supports it is a more secure, personal way to get an instant access to your Windows Hello Logins - Go to continue. 4. In [Sign-in with a quick swipe or glance. Follow the on the different version of Windows operating system installed. Once you're set up Windows Hello, it . Under [Password], click [Add] to [Start > Settings] and locate [Accounts]. 2. Follow the instructions below to setup your Windows operating system using...
... supports it is a more secure, personal way to get an instant access to your Windows Hello Logins - Go to continue. 4. In [Sign-in with a quick swipe or glance. Follow the on the different version of Windows operating system installed. Once you're set up Windows Hello, it . Under [Password], click [Add] to [Start > Settings] and locate [Accounts]. 2. Follow the instructions below to setup your Windows operating system using...
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... in BIOS settings; Users are for various USB devices, such as AC/ DC mode is enabled, it is in hibernation and shutdown status. USB Power Share function supports selected models only, and the figures shown here are also allowed to enable using this function. 1. USB Power Share function will only be optionally supported USB Power Share function via Type-A USB ports, providing portable charging power output for reference only. 3-33 How to Use USB Power Share Function (optional) This notebook may affect the battery life...
... in BIOS settings; Users are for various USB devices, such as AC/ DC mode is enabled, it is in hibernation and shutdown status. USB Power Share function supports selected models only, and the figures shown here are also allowed to enable using this function. 1. USB Power Share function will only be optionally supported USB Power Share function via Type-A USB ports, providing portable charging power output for reference only. 3-33 How to Use USB Power Share Function (optional) This notebook may affect the battery life...
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Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37NWEaA9H5E&t=4s YouTube 3-35 MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to Use MSI One Touch Install * For selected models with single click. Video: How to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with Windows 11 operating system installed.
Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37NWEaA9H5E&t=4s YouTube 3-35 MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to Use MSI One Touch Install * For selected models with single click. Video: How to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with Windows 11 operating system installed.