E12529 First Edition / August 2017 E-Manual
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Table of Contents About this manual......................................................................................................7 Conventions used in this manual.............................................................................. 8 Icons..................................................................................................................................... 8 Typography..............................................................................................................
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10 Starting for the first time..........................................................................................46 Start menu....................................................................................................................47 Windows® apps...........................................................................................................49 Working with Windows® apps..............................................................................
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Notebook PC.........................................................................78 Hardware FAQs............................................................................................................79 Software FAQs..............................................................................................................82 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy...................................................................................... 86 Overview.....
Prevention of Hearing Loss.......................................................................................... 96 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)............................................ 97 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)............................... 98 ENERGY STAR complied product............................................................................... 100 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration...................
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 different parts of your Notebook PC. Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 10 in your Notebook PC.
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.
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.
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.
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 mercurycontaining 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.
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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.
Array microphones The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and beam forming functions for better voice recognition and audio recording. 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. 360º-adjustable touch screen panel Your Notebook PC’s touch screen panel can be adjusted all the way into a 360º angle.
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 differs 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.
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. Fingerprint sensor This built-in fingerprint sensor captures your fingerprint and uses it as biometric authentication for logging on to your Notebook PC’s system. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Setting up your Fingerprint account section in this manual.
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 specifications for this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled.
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.
Right Side Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect amplified 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 with USB Charger+ The USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus 3.
HDMI port This port is for the HDMI (High-Definition 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.
Left Side 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. Memory card reader This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats. Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status.
Color Status Solid White 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 off 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 off. 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.
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Getting started Charge your Notebook PC A. Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s power (DC) input port. B. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your region. IMPORTANT! Power adapter information: 26 • Input voltage: 100-240Vac • Input frequency: 50-60Hz • Rating output current: 2.37A max. (45W) / 3.
IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Notebook PC and 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. • Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode.
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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. • The touch screen panel is available on selected models.
Tap/Double-tap Press and hold • Tap an app to select it. • Double-tap an app to launch it. Press and hold to open the rightclick menu. Zoom in Zoom out Spread apart your two fingers on the touch screen panel. Bring together your two fingers on the touch screen panel.
Finger slide Drag Slide your finger to scroll up and down and slide your finger to pan the screen left or right. • Drag to create a selection box around multiple items. • Drag and drop an item to move it to a new location.
Using the touchpad Moving the pointer You can tap anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.
One-finger gestures Tap/Double-tap • Tap an app to select it. • Double-tap an app to launch it. Drag and drop Double-tap an item, then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad.
Left-click Right-click • Click an app to select it. • Double-click an app to launch it. Click this button to open the rightclick 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-finger gestures Tap Tap two fingers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function.
Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or down. Slide two fingers to scroll left or right. Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers on Spread apart your two fingers on the touchpad. the touchpad.
Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other finger, slide on the touchpad to drag the item, lift your finger off the button to drop the item. Three-finger gestures Tap Tap three fingers on the touchpad to invoke Cortana.
Swipe left/Swipe right If you opened multiple apps, swipe three fingers left or right to switch between these apps. Swipe up Swipe down Swipe up to see an overview of all Swipe down to show the desktop. the apps currently opened.
Four-finger gestures Tap Tap four fingers on the touchpad to invoke Action Center. Customizing your touchpad 1. Launch All settings from the Action Center. 2. Select Devices, then select Mouse & touchpad. 3. Adjust the settings to your preference.
Setting up your Fingerprint account 1. Launch the Start menu. 2. Click/Tap Settings and select Accounts. 3. Select the Sign-in options tab on the left side and click/tap Set up under Fingerprint of Windows Hello. IMPORTANT! • You must add a password before you can use the other sign-in options. • You must set up a PIN before you can enroll in Windows Hello. 4. Click/Tap Get started in the prompt screen and enter your PIN for verification. 5.
Using the keyboard Function keys The function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger the following commands: Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode Turns Airplane mode on or off NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity.
Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off 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 Notebook PC E-Manual 41
Using the numeric keypad NOTE: The numeric keypad layout may differ 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.
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.
Stand mode Tent mode Tablet mode NOTE: Rotating the screen to Stand, Tent and Tablet mode will disable the keyboard and touchpad.
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Starting for the first time When you start your Notebook PC for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring your Windows® 10 operating system. To start your Notebook PC for the first 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.
Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to your Notebook PC’s programs, Windows® apps, folders, and settings.
Launching the Start menu 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. 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.
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.
Working with Windows® apps Use your Notebook PC’s touchpad or keyboard to launch, customize, and close apps. Launching Windows® apps from the Start menu 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.