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E-Manual
E11237
First Edition
March 2016
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Table of Contents
About this manual ..................................................................................................... 7
Conventions used in this manual ............................................................................. 8
Icons .................................................................................................................................... 8
Typography .......................................................................................................................8
Safety precautions .....................................................................................................9
Using your Notebook PC ..............................................................................................9
Caring for your Notebook PC .....................................................................................10
Proper disposal ................................................................................................................11
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your Notebook PC ...................................................................14
Top View ............................................................................................................................. 14
Bottom ................................................................................................................................ 22
Right Side .......................................................................................................................... 24
Left Side ............................................................................................................................. 28
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
Getting started ...........................................................................................................30
Charge your Notebook PC ...........................................................................................30
Lift to open the display panel .................................................................................... 32
Press the power button ................................................................................................ 32
Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad .....................................33
Using touch screen panel gestures ..........................................................................33
Using the touchpad ....................................................................................................... 36
Using the keyboard ................................................................................................... 40
Function keys ................................................................................................................... 40
Windows® 10 keys ..........................................................................................................41
Multimedia control keys............................................................................................... 42
Using the numeric keypad .......................................................................................... 43
Rotating the display panel .....................................................................................44
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10
Starting for the rst time .........................................................................................46
Start menu ...................................................................................................................47
Windows® apps ..........................................................................................................49
Working with Windows® apps.................................................................................... 50
Customizing Windows® apps ..................................................................................... 50
Task view ....................................................................................................................... 53
Snap feature ................................................................................................................54
Snap hotspots .................................................................................................................. 54
Action Center ..............................................................................................................56
Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................57
Connecting to wireless networks ........................................................................59
Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................................................... 59
Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................... 60
Airplane mode ................................................................................................................. 61
Turning your Notebook PC o ..............................................................................62
Putting your Notebook PC to sleep ....................................................................63
Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
The Power-On Self-Test (POST) ............................................................................. 66
Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot......................................................66
BIOS ................................................................................................................................66
Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................................66
BIOS Settings .................................................................................................................... 67
Recovering your system ..........................................................................................77
Performing a recovery option .................................................................................... 78
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Tips and FAQs
Useful tips for your Notebook PC ........................................................................82
Hardware FAQs ...........................................................................................................83
Software FAQs ............................................................................................................. 86
Appendices
DVD-ROM Drive Information ...................................................................................... 90
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information .................................................................................92
Internal Modem Compliancy ..................................................................................... 92
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 93
Network Compatibility Declaration ......................................................................... 93
Non-Voice Equipment ...................................................................................................93
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) .................................. 95
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ................... 96
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement ................................. 97
RF Exposure Information (SAR) .................................................................................. 97
RF Exposure information (SAR) - CE ......................................................................... 98
CE Mark Warning .............................................................................................................98
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ...................................................... 99
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio .... 100
Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent Domains ...........................................101
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands .......................................................101
UL Safety Notices ............................................................................................................ 103
Power Safety Requirement .......................................................................................... 104
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TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 104
REACH ................................................................................................................................. 104
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice .............................................................. 104
Prevention of Hearing Loss ......................................................................................... 104
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ........................................... 105
Optical Drive Safety Information .............................................................................. 106
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) .............................. 107
ENERGY STAR complied product .............................................................................. 109
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .................. 109
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services .......................................................................... 110
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America............................. 110
Regional notice for California ..................................................................................... 110
Regional notice for Singapore ...................................................................................110
Regional notice for India .............................................................................................. 110
Radiation Exposure Statement .................................................................................. 111
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations ................................................................. 111
Caution ............................................................................................................................... 111
Avertissement .................................................................................................................. 112
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information .......................................................112
Informations concernant l’exposition aux fréquences radio (RF) ................112
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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 your Notebook
PC.
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
This chapter shows you how to use the dierent parts of your
Notebook PC.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your
Notebook PC.
Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
This chapter shows you how to use POST to change the settings
of your Notebook PC.
Tips and FAQs
This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs,
and software FAQs you can refer to for maintaining and xing
common issues with your Notebook PC.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements for your
Notebook PC.
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Conventions used in this manual
To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as
follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be
followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can
help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must be
followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to
your Notebook PC's data and components.
Typography
Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.
= Use the touch screen panel.
= Use the touchpad.
= Use the keyboard.
Icons
The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a
series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC.
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Safety precautions
Using your Notebook PC
This Notebook PC should only be used in
environments with ambient temperatures between
5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your
Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter
complies with this rating.
Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near
any part of your body to prevent discomfort or
injury from heat exposure.
Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and
other peripherals with your Notebook PC.
While powered on, ensure that you do not carry or
cover your Notebook PC with any materials that can
reduce air circulation.
Do not place your Notebook PC on uneven or
unstable work surfaces.
You can send your Notebook PC through x-ray
machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts),
but do not expose them to magnetic detectors and
wands.
Contact your airline provider to learn about related
in-ight services that can be used and restrictions
that must be followed when using your Notebook
PC in-ight.
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Caring for your Notebook PC
Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery
pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook
PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth
dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent
and a few drops of warm water. Remove any extra
moisture from your Notebook PC using a dry cloth.
Do not use strong solvents such as thinners,
benzene, or other chemicals on or near your
Notebook PC.
Do not place objects on top of your Notebook PC.
Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong
magnetic or electrical elds.
Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near
liquids, rain, or moisture.
Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty
environments.
Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks.
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Proper disposal
Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
This product has been designed to enable proper
reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the
crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-
containing button cell battery) should not be
placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations
for disposal of electronic products.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The
symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates
that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
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Chapter 1:
Hardware Setup
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Getting to know your Notebook PC
Top View
NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The
Notebook view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook
PC model.
Standard model
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Ambient light sensor
The ambient light sensor detects the amount of ambient light in
your environment. It allows the system to automatically adjust
the brightness of the display depending on the ambient light
condition.
Camera
The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos
using your Notebook PC.
Camera indicator
The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in
use.
Display panel
This high-denition display panel provides excellent viewing
features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les on your
Notebook PC.
Touch screen panel (on selected models)
This high-denition touch screen panel provides excellent
viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les
on your Notebook PC. It also allows you to operate it using touch
screen gestures.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using touch screen panel
gestures section in this manual.
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Airplane mode indicator
This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in your
Notebook PC is enabled.
NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless
connectivity.
Keyboard
The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a
comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use
the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls
other multimedia functions.
NOTE: The keyboard layout diers by model or territory.
Capital lock indicator
This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is
activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters
(such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC’s keyboard.
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Touchpad
The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate
onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates
the functions of a regular mouse.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in
this manual.
Numeric keypad
The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for
numeric input and as pointer direction keys.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the numeric keypad
section in this manual.
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IR Camera model
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IR Camera
The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos
using your Notebook PC. The IR Camera also supports Windows
Hello.
NOTE:
• WhenyousigninwithWindowsHello,thesetupscreenwill
be in black and white color.
• TheredIRLEDblinksintheprocesswhiledataisbeingread
before you sign in with Windows Hello facial recognition.
Camera indicator
The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in
use.
Camera
The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos
using your Notebook PC.
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Display panel
This high-denition display panel provides excellent viewing
features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les on your
Notebook PC.
Touch screen panel (on selected models)
This high-denition touch screen panel provides excellent
viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les
on your Notebook PC. It also allows you to operate it using touch
screen gestures.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using touch screen panel
gestures section in this manual.
Airplane mode indicator
This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in your
Notebook PC is enabled.
NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless
connectivity.
Keyboard
The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a
comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use
the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls
other multimedia functions.
NOTE: The keyboard layout diers by model or territory.
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Capital lock indicator
This indicator lights up when the capital lock function is
activated. Using capital lock allows you to type capitalized letters
(such as A, B, C) using your Notebook PC’s keyboard.
Touchpad
The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate
onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also simulates
the functions of a regular mouse.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in
this manual.
Numeric keypad
The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for
numeric input and as pointer direction keys.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the numeric keypad
section in this manual.
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Bottom
NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.
WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in
use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook
PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents.
IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specications for
this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
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Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the
Notebook PC.
WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other
objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may
occur.
Audio speakers
The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from
your Notebook PC. Audio features are software-controlled.
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Right Side
Power button
Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or o. You
can also use the power button to put your Notebook PC to sleep
or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode.
In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive,
press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds
until your Notebook PC shuts down.
Volume button
This button turns the volume up or down on your Notebook PC.
Standard model
IR Camera model
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Two-color battery charge indicator
The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s
charge status. Refer to the following table for details:
Color Status
Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to
a power source and the battery
power is between 95% and
100%.
Solid Orange The Notebook PC is plugged
to a power source, charging its
battery, and the battery power
is less than 95%.
Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running on
battery mode and the battery
power is less than 10%.
Lights o The Notebook PC is running on
battery mode and the battery
power is between 10% to 100%.
Drive activity indicator
This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is accessing the
internal storage drives
USB 3.0 port
The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate
of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
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USB 3.0 port with USB Charger+
The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate
of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. The
icon indicates this port’s USB Charger+ feature which allows you
to quick-charge mobile devices.
HDMI port
This port is for the HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface)
connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other
protected content playback.
Power (DC) input port
Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the
battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
WARNING! The adapter may become warm to hot while in use.
Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while
it is connected to a power source.
IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the
battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
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USB Type-C port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-C port provides a transfer
rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
NOTE: Transfer rate of this port may vary per model.
USB Type-C/Thunderbolt 3 combo port
The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) port provides a transfer
rate up to 10 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
Use a Thunderbolt 3 adapter to connect your Notebook PC to a
DisplayPort, VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display and experience
high-resolution display features via Intel® Thunderbolt™
technology.
NOTE: Transfer rate of this port may vary per model.
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Left Side
Kensington® security slot
The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your
Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC
security products.
Subwoofer jack port (on selected models)
The subwoofer jack port is used to connect the subwoofer to
your Notebook PC.
Memory card reader
This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats.
USB 3.0 port
The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer rate
of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack
This port allows you to connect amplied speakers or
headphones. You can also use this port to connect your headset
or an external microphone.
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IMPORTANT!
Power adapter information:
• Inputvoltage:100-240Vac
• Inputfrequency:50/60Hz
• Ratingoutputcurrent:2.37A(45W)/3.42A(65W)/4.74A(90W)
• Ratingoutputvoltage:19V
Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in
battery mode for the rst time.
NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models
and your region.
Getting started
Charge your Notebook PC
A. Plug the AC power cord into a 100V~240V power source.
B. Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s power
(DC) input port.
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IMPORTANT!
• Locatetheinput/outputratinglabelonyourNotebookPCand
ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your
power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating
output currents based on the available SKU.
• EnsurethatyourNotebookPCisconnectedtothepoweradapter
before turning it on for the rst time. We strongly recommend that
you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on
power adapter mode.
• ThesocketoutletmustbeeasilyaccessibleandnearyourNotebook
PC.
• TodisconnectyourNotebookPCfromitsmainpowersupply,unplug
your Notebook PC from the power socket.
WARNING!
Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC’s battery:
• OnlyASUS-authorizedtechniciansshouldremovethebatteryinside
the device (for non-removable battery only).
• Thebatteryusedinthisdevicemaypresentariskofreorchemical
burn if removed or disassembled.
• Followthewarninglabelsforyourpersonalsafety.
• Riskofexplosionifbatteryisreplacedbyanincorrecttype.
• Donotdisposeofinre.
• Neverattempttoshort-circuityourNotebookPC’sbattery.
• Neverattempttodisassembleandreassemblethebattery
(for non-removable battery only).
• Discontinueusageifleakageisfound.
• Thebatteryanditscomponentsmustberecycledordisposedof
properly.
• Keepthebatteryandothersmallcomponentsawayfromchildren.
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Lift to open the display panel
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Left edge swipe Right edge swipe
Swipe from the left edge of the
screen to launch Task view.
Swipe from the right edge of the
screen to launch Action Center.
Using touch screen panel gestures
The gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of
your Notebook PC. The functions can be activated by using the hand
gestures on your Notebook PC’s touch screen panel.
Gestures for the touch screen
panel and touchpad
Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your
Notebook PC. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand
gestures on your touch screen panel and touchpad.
NOTE:
• Thefollowingscreenshotsareforreferenceonly.Thetouchscreen
panel’s appearance may vary depending on model.
• Thetouchscreenpanelisavailableonselectedmodels.
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Zoom in Zoom out
Spread apart your two ngers on
the touch screen panel.
Bring together your two ngers
on the touch screen panel.
Tap/Double-tap Press and hold
• Tapanapptoselectit.
• Double-tapanappto
launch it.
Press and hold to open the right-
click menu.
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Finger slide Drag
Slide your nger to scroll up and
down and slide your nger to pan
the screen left or right.
• Dragtocreateaselection
box around multiple items.
• Draganddropanitemto
move it to a new location.
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Using the touchpad
Moving the pointer
You can tap anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide
your nger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.
Slide horizontally
Slide vertically
Slide diagonally
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One-nger gestures
Tap/Double-tap
• Tapanapptoselectit.
• Double-tapanapptolaunchit.
Drag and drop
Double-tap an item, then slide the same nger without lifting it o the
touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your nger from the
touchpad.
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Left-click Right-click
• Clickanapptoselectit.
• Double-clickanappto
launch it.
Click this button to open the right-
click menu.
NOTE: The areas inside the dotted line represent the locations of the left
mouse button and the right mouse button on the touchpad.
Two-nger gestures
Two-nger scroll (up/down) Two-nger scroll (left/right)
Slide two ngers to scroll up or
down.
Slide two ngers to scroll left or
right.
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Drag and drop
Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other
nger, slide on the touchpad to drag the item, lift your nger o the
button to drop the item.
Zoom out Zoom in
Bring together your two ngers
on the touchpad.
Spread apart your two ngers on
the touchpad.
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The function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger the
following commands:
Using the keyboard
Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode
Turns Airplane mode on or o
NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables
all wireless connectivity.
Decreases display brightness
Increases display brightness
Turns the display panel on or o
Toggles the display mode
NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected
to your Notebook PC.
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Enables or disables the touchpad
Turns the speaker on or o
Turns the speaker volume down
Turns the speaker volume up
Windows® 10 keys
There are two special Windows® keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard
used as below:
Launches the Start menu
Displays the drop-down menu
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Multimedia control keys
The multimedia control keys allow you to control multimedia les, such
as audios and videos, when played in your Notebook PC.
Press in combination with the arrow keys on your Notebook PC,
illustrated as below.
Stop
Play or
pause
Skip to
previous
track or
rewind
Skip to
next track
or fast
forward
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Using the numeric keypad
NOTE: The numeric keypad layout may dier by model or territory but the
usage procedures remain the same.
A numeric keypad is available on
selected Notebook PC models. You
can use this keypad for numeric
input or as pointer direction keys.
Press
to
toggle between using
the keypad as number
keys or as pointer
direction keys.
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Rotating the display panel
Your Notebook PC’s display panel is adjustable up to 360 degrees. You
may adjust the display panel as shown below.
Notebook PC mode
Tent mode
Stand mode
360 degrees adjustable
Tablet mode
NOTE: Rotating the screen to Stand, Tent and Tablet mode will disable the
keyboard and touchpad.
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Chapter 3:
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Starting for the rst time
When you start your Notebook PC for the rst time, a series of screens
appear to guide you in conguring your Windows® 10 operating system.
To start your Notebook PC for the rst time:
1. Press the power button on your Notebook PC. Wait for a few
minutes until the setup screen appears.
2. From the setup screen, pick your region and a language to use on
your Notebook PC.
3. Carefully read the License Terms. Select I accept.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to congure the following basic
items:
• Personalize
• Getonline
• Settings
• Youraccount
5. After conguring the basic items, Windows® 10 proceeds to install
your apps and preferred settings. Ensure that your Notebook PC
is kept powered on during the setup process.
6. Once the setup process is complete, the Desktop appears.
NOTE: The screenshots in this chapter are for reference only.
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Start menu
The Start menu is the main gateway to your Notebook PC’s programs,
Windows® apps, folders, and settings.
You can use the Start menu to do these common activities:
• StartprogramsorWindows®apps
• OpencommonlyusedprogramsorWindows®apps
• AdjustNotebookPCsettings
• GethelpwiththeWindowsoperatingsystem
• TurnoyourNotebookPC
• LogofromWindowsorswitchtoadierentuseraccount
Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account
Launch the Start menu
Shut down, restart, or put your Notebook PC to sleep
Launch All apps
Launch Taskview Launch an app from the taskbar
Launch an app from the Start screen
Launch File Explorer
Launch Settings
Launch Search
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Launching the Start menu
Tap the Start button in the lower-left corner of
your desktop.
Position your mouse pointer over the Start button
in the lower-left corner of your desktop then click it.
Press the Windows logo key on your keyboard.
Opening programs from the Start menu
One of the most common uses of the Start menu is opening programs
installed on your Notebook PC.
Tap the program to launch it.
Position your mouse pointer over the program then
click to launch it.
Use the arrow keys to browse through the programs.
Press to launch it.
NOTE: Select All apps at the bottom of the left pane to display a full list of
programs and folders on your Notebook PC in alphabetical order.
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Windows® apps
These are apps pinned on the right pane of the Start menu and
displayed in tiled-format for easy access.
NOTE: Some Windows® apps require signing in to your Microsoft account
before they are fully launched.
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Working with Windows® apps
Use your Notebook PC’s touch screen, touchpad, or keyboard to launch,
customize, and close apps.
Customizing Windows® apps
You can move, resize, unpin, or pin apps to the taskbar from the Start
menu using the following steps:
Launching Windows® apps from the Start menu
Tap the app to launch it.
Position your mouse pointer over the app then click to
launch it.
Use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press
to launch an app.
Moving apps
Press and hold the app, then drag and drop it to a new
location.
Position your mouse pointer over the app, then drag
and drop the app to a new location.
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Table of Contents
About this manual ..................................................................................................... 7
Conventions used in this manual ............................................................................. 8
Icons .................................................................................................................................... 8
Typography .......................................................................................................................8
Safety precautions .....................................................................................................9
Using your Notebook PC ..............................................................................................9
Caring for your Notebook PC .....................................................................................10
Proper disposal ................................................................................................................11
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your Notebook PC ...................................................................14
Top View ............................................................................................................................. 14
Bottom ................................................................................................................................ 18
Right Side .......................................................................................................................... 19
Left Side ............................................................................................................................. 21
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 ................................................................................................... 34
Function keys ................................................................................................................... 34
Windows® 10 keys ..........................................................................................................35
Multimedia control keys............................................................................................... 36
Using the numeric keypad .......................................................................................... 37
Using the touch screen panel as a tablet ..........................................................38
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Starting for the rst time .........................................................................................40
Start menu ...................................................................................................................41
Windows® apps ..........................................................................................................43
Working with Windows® apps.................................................................................... 44
Customizing Windows® apps ..................................................................................... 44
Task view ....................................................................................................................... 47
Snap feature ................................................................................................................48
Snap hotspots .................................................................................................................. 48
Action Center ..............................................................................................................50
Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................51
Connecting to wireless networks ........................................................................53
Wi-Fi ..................................................................................................................................... 53
Bluetooth .......................................................................................................................... 54
Airplane mode ................................................................................................................. 55
Connecting to wired networks .............................................................................56
Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection ....................................56
Conguring a static IP network connection ......................................................... 57
Turning your Notebook PC o ..............................................................................58
Putting your Notebook PC to sleep ....................................................................59
Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
The Power-On Self-Test (POST) ............................................................................. 62
Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot......................................................62
BIOS ................................................................................................................................62
Accessing BIOS ................................................................................................................62
BIOS Settings .................................................................................................................... 63
Recovering your system ..........................................................................................73
Performing a recovery option .................................................................................... 74
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Tips and FAQs
Useful tips for your Notebook PC ........................................................................78
Hardware FAQs ...........................................................................................................79
Software FAQs ............................................................................................................. 82
Appendices
Blu-ray ROM Drive Information (on selected models).......................................86
Internal Modem Compliancy ..................................................................................... 86
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 87
Network Compatibility Declaration ......................................................................... 87
Non-Voice Equipment ..................................................................................................87
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ................... 89
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement ................................. 90
RF Exposure Information (SAR) .................................................................................. 91
RF Exposure warning .................................................................................................... 91
CE Mark Warning .............................................................................................................92
RF Exposure information (SAR) - CE ........................................................................ 92
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ...................................................... 93
Déclaration d’Industrie Canada relative à l’exposition aux ondes radio ... 94
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information .......................................................95
Informations concernant l’exposition aux tilizeive radio (RF) ........................96
Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent Domains ...........................................97
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands .......................................................97
UL Safety Notices ............................................................................................................ 99
Power Safety Requirement .......................................................................................... 100
TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 100
REACH ................................................................................................................................. 100
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice .............................................................. 100
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Prevention of Hearing Loss ......................................................................................... 100
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ........................................... 101
Optical Drive Safety Information .............................................................................. 102
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) .............................. 103
ENERGY STAR complied product .............................................................................. 105
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .................. 106
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services .......................................................................... 106
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America............................. 106
Regional notice for California ..................................................................................... 106
Regional notice for Singapore ...................................................................................107
Regional notice for India .............................................................................................. 107
Notices for removable batteries ................................................................................ 107
Avis concernant les batteries remplaçables..........................................................107
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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 your Notebook
PC.
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
This chapter shows you how to use the dierent parts of your
Notebook PC.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your
Notebook PC.
Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
This chapter shows you how to use POST to change the settings
of your Notebook PC.
Tips and FAQs
This section presents some recommended tips, hardware FAQs,
and software FAQs you can refer to for maintaining and xing
common issues with your Notebook PC.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements for your
Notebook PC.
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Conventions used in this manual
To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as
follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be
followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can
help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must be
followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to
your Notebook PC's data and components.
Typography
Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.
= Use the touch screen panel.
= Use the touchpad.
= Use the keyboard.
Icons
The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a
series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC.
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Safety precautions
Using your Notebook PC
This Notebook PC should only be used in
environments with ambient temperatures between
5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your
Notebook PC and ensure that your power adapter
complies with this rating.
Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near
any part of your body to prevent discomfort or
injury from heat exposure.
Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and
other peripherals with your Notebook PC.
While powered on, ensure that you do not carry or
cover your Notebook PC with any materials that can
reduce air circulation.
Do not place your Notebook PC on uneven or
unstable work surfaces.
You can send your Notebook PC through x-ray
machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts),
but do not expose them to magnetic detectors and
wands.
Contact your airline provider to learn about related
in-ight services that can be used and restrictions
that must be followed when using your Notebook
PC in-ight.
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Caring for your Notebook PC
Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery
pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook
PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth
dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent
and a few drops of warm water. Remove any extra
moisture from your Notebook PC using a dry cloth.
Do not use strong solvents such as thinners,
benzene, or other chemicals on or near your
Notebook PC.
Do not place objects on top of your Notebook PC.
Do not expose your Notebook PC to strong
magnetic or electrical elds.
Do not use or expose your Notebook PC near
liquids, rain, or moisture.
Do not expose your Notebook PC to dusty
environments.
Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks.
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Proper disposal
Do not throw your Notebook PC in municipal waste.
This product has been designed to enable proper
reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the
crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product
(electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-
containing button cell battery) should not be
placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations
for disposal of electronic products.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The
symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates
that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
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Getting to know your Notebook PC
Top View
NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The
Notebook view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook
PC model.
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Camera
The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos
using your Notebook PC.
Camera indicator
The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use.
Microphone
The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing,
voice narrations, or simple audio recording.
360º-adjustable touch screen panel
Your Notebook PC’s touch screen panel can be adjusted all the
way into a 360° angle. This feature allows you to quickly turn
your device from a Notebook PC into a touch-enabled tablet PC.
This high-denition touch screen panel provides excellent
viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les
on your Notebook PC. It also allows you to operate it using
touch screen gestures.
NOTE: For more details on how to turn your Notebook PC into a
tablet device, refer to the Using the touch screen panel as a tablet
section in this manual.
Keyboard
The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a
comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use
the function keys, allows quick access to Windows®, and controls
other multimedia functions.
NOTE: The keyboard layout diers by model or territory.
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Touchpad
The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate
onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience. It also
simulates the functions of a regular mouse.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in
this manual.
Status Indicators
The status indicators help identify the current hardware status
of your Notebook PC.
Airplane mode indicator
This indicator lights up when the Airplane mode in
your Notebook PC is enabled.
NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode
disables all wireless connectivity.
Capital lock indicator
This indicator lights up when the capital lock
function is activated. Using capital lock allows you
to type capitalized letters (such as A, B, C) using
your Notebook PC’s keyboard.
Number lock indicator
This indicator lights up when the number lock
function is activated. This allows you to use some of
the keys on your keyboard for numeric input.
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Numeric keypad
The numeric keypad toggles between these two functions: for
numeric input and as pointer direction keys.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the numeric keypad
section in this manual.
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Bottom
NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model.
WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in
use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Notebook
PC, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents.
IMPORTANT! Battery time varies by usage and by the specications for
this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
Audio speakers
The built-in audio speaker allows you to hear audio straight from
the Notebook PC. The audio features of this Notebook PC are
software-controlled.
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Right Side
Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack
This port allows you to connect amplied speakers or
headphones. You can also use this port to connect your
headset or an external microphone.
USB Type-C port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-C port provides a transfer
rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
NOTE: Transfer rate of this port may vary per model.
USB 3.0 port
This USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.0) port provides a transfer
rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
HDMI port
This port is for the HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface)
connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and
other protected content playback.
LAN port
Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local
area network.
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Power (DC) input port
Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the
battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
WARNING! The adapter may become warm to hot while in use.
Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body
while it is connected to a power source.
IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge
the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC.
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Left Side
Security slot
This security slot allows you to secure your Notebook PC using
compatible Notebook PC security products.
USB 2.0 port
This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0
or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, ash
disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.
Status Indicators
The status indicators help identify the current hardware status
of your Notebook PC.
Drive activity indicator
This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is
accessing the internal storage drives.
Two-color battery charge indicator
The two-color LED provides a visual indication of
the battery’s charge status. Refer to the following
table for details:
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Color Status
Solid Green The Notebook PC is plugged to
a power source and the battery
power is between 95% and
100%.
Solid Orange The Notebook PC is plugged
to a power source, charging its
battery, and the battery power
is less than 95%.
Blinking Orange The Notebook PC is running on
battery mode and the battery
power is less than 10%.
Lights o The Notebook PC is running on
battery mode and the battery
power is between 10% to 100%.
Volume button
This button turns the volume up or down on your Notebook
PC.
Power button
Press the power button to turn your Notebook PC on or o.
You can also use the power button to put your Notebook
PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or
hibernate mode.
In the event that your Notebook PC becomes unresponsive,
press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds
until your Notebook PC shuts down.
Memory card reader
This built-in memory card reader supports SD and SDHC card
formats.
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Getting started
Charge your Notebook PC
A. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source.
B. Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s power
(DC) input port.
Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in battery
mode for the rst time.
IMPORTANT!
Power adapter information:
• Inputvoltage:100-240Vac
• Inputfrequency:50-60Hz
• Ratingoutputcurrent:2.37A(45W)*/3.42A(65W)*
• Ratingoutputvoltage:19V
NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models
and your region.
*on selected models only
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IMPORTANT!
• Locatetheinput/outputratinglabelonyourNotebookPCand
ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your
power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating
output currents based on the available SKU.
• EnsurethatyourNotebookPCisconnectedtothepoweradapter
before turning it on for the rst time. We strongly recommend that
you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on
power adapter mode.
• ThesocketoutletmustbeeasilyaccessibleandnearyourNotebook
PC.
• TodisconnectyourNotebookPCfromitsmainpowersupply,unplug
your Notebook PC from the power socket.
WARNING!
Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC’s battery:
• OnlyASUS-authorizedtechniciansshouldremovethebatteryinside
the device.
• Thebatteryusedinthisdevicemaypresentariskofreorchemical
burn if removed or disassembled.
• Followthewarninglabelsforyourpersonalsafety.
• Riskofexplosionifbatteryisreplacedbyanincorrecttype.
• Donotdisposeofinre.
• Neverattempttoshort-circuityourNotebookPC’sbattery.
• Neverattempttodisassembleandreassemblethebattery.
• Discontinueusageifleakageisfound.
• Thebatteryanditscomponentsmustberecycledordisposedof
properly.
• Keepthebatteryandothersmallcomponentsawayfromchildren.
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Press the power button
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Left edge swipe Right edge swipe
Swipe from the left edge of the
screen to launch Task view.
Swipe from the right edge of the
screen to launch Action Center.
Gestures for the touch screen
panel and touchpad
Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your
Notebook PC. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand
gestures on your touch screen panel and touchpad.
NOTE: The following screenshots are for reference only. The touch screen
panel’s appearance may vary depending on model.
Using touch screen panel gestures
The gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of
your Notebook PC. The functions can be activated by using the hand
gestures on your Notebook PC’s touch screen panel.
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Zoom in Zoom out
Spread apart your two ngers on
the touch screen panel.
Bring together your two ngers
on the touch screen panel.
Tap/Double-tap Press and hold
• Tapanapptoselectit.
• Double-tapanappto
launch it.
Press and hold to open the right-
click menu.
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Finger slide Drag
Slide your nger to scroll up and
down and slide your nger to pan
the screen left or right.
• Dragtocreateaselection
box around multiple items.
• Draganddropanitemto
move it to a new location.
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Using the touchpad
Moving the pointer
You can tap anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide
your nger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.
Slide horizontally
Slide vertically
Slide diagonally