Microsoft 1804 User Manual

First Edition / February 2018

G Series

GAMING NOTEBOOK PC

E13799

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Table of Contents

About this manual .....................................................................................................7

Conventions used in this manual .............................................................................9

Icons .................................................................................................................................... 9

Typography .......................................................................................................................9

Safety precautions .....................................................................................................10

Using your Notebook PC ..............................................................................................10

Caring for your Notebook PC ..................................................................................... 11

Proper disposal ................................................................................................................ 12

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to know your Notebook PC ...................................................................14

Top View .............................................................................................................................14

Bottom ................................................................................................................................ 17

Right Side .......................................................................................................................... 19

Left Side ............................................................................................................................. 20

Front Side ..........................................................................................................................22

Rear View ........................................................................................................................... 25

Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC

Getting started ...........................................................................................................28

Charge your Notebook PC ........................................................................................... 28

Lift to open the display panel .................................................................................... 31

Press the power button ................................................................................................31

Using the touchpad ....................................................................................................... 32

Using the keyboard ...................................................................................................39

Function keys ................................................................................................................... 39

Using the numeric keypad .......................................................................................... 42

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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10

Starting for the rst time .........................................................................................44

Start menu ...................................................................................................................45

Launching the Start menu .......................................................................................... 46

Opening programs from the Start menu ............................................................... 46

Windows® apps ..........................................................................................................47

Working with Windows® apps....................................................................................48

Customizing Windows® apps ..................................................................................... 48

Task view .......................................................................................................................51

Snap feature ................................................................................................................52

Snap hotspots .................................................................................................................. 52

Action Center ..............................................................................................................54

Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................55

Connecting to wireless networks ........................................................................57

Wi-Fi .....................................................................................................................................57

Bluetooth .......................................................................................................................... 58

Airplane mode ................................................................................................................. 59

Connecting to wired networks .............................................................................60

Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection .................................... 60

Conguring a static IP network connection ......................................................... 61

Turning your Notebook PC o ..............................................................................62

Putting your Notebook PC to sleep ....................................................................63

Using Xbox One Wireless Controller ...................................................................64

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 ..........................................................................................74

Performing a recovery option .................................................................................... 75

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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC

Removing the compartment cover .....................................................................78

Installing a RAM module .........................................................................................80

Installing the Hard Disk Drive ................................................................................82

Installing an M.2 card ...............................................................................................87

Tips and FAQs

Useful tips for your Notebook PC ........................................................................90

Hardware FAQs ...........................................................................................................91

Software FAQs .............................................................................................................94

Appendices

Overview ............................................................................................................................ 98

Network Compatibility Declaration ......................................................................... 98

Non-Voice Equipment ..................................................................................................98

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ...................100

FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement .................................101

Radiation Exposure Statement .................................................................................. 102

Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic

Development Canada (ISED) ...................................................................................... 103

Déclaration de conformité de Innovation, Sciences et Développement

économique Canada (ISED) ........................................................................................ 103

Radiation Exposure Statement .................................................................................. 104

Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations .................................................................104

Caution ............................................................................................................................... 105

Avertissement .................................................................................................................. 105

Wireless Operation Channel for Dierent Domains ...........................................106

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Power Safety Requirement ..........................................................................................106

TV Notices ......................................................................................................................... 106

REACH ................................................................................................................................. 106

UL Safety Notices ............................................................................................................ 107

Macrovision Corporation Product Notice ..............................................................108

Prevention of Hearing Loss .........................................................................................108

Coating Notice ................................................................................................................. 108

Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ........................................... 109

CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) .............................. 110

ENERGY STAR complied product ..............................................................................112

Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ..................112

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services .......................................................................... 113

Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America............................. 113

Regional notice for California .....................................................................................113

Regional notice for Singapore ................................................................................... 113

Regional notice for India .............................................................................................. 114

Notices for removable batteries ................................................................................114

Avis concernant les batteries remplaçables..........................................................114

Simplied EU Declaration of Conformity ............................................................... 114

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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 dierent 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.

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Chapter 5: Upgrading your Notebook PC

This chapter guides you through the process of replacing and
upgrading parts 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.

Icons

The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a
series of tasks or procedures on your Notebook PC.

= Use the touchpad.

= Use the keyboard.

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.

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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 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. 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.

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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.

Display panel

The high-denition display panel provides excellent viewing
features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les on your
Notebook PC.

Audio speakers

The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight
from the Notebook PC. Audio features are software-controlled.

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 diers 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.

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.

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 specications for
this Notebook PC. The battery pack cannot be disassembled.

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Compartment cover

This cover protects the reserved spaces in your Notebook PC for
the removable SSD (M.2 2280 slot), HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and
RAM (Random Access Memory) modules.

NOTE:

• For more details, refer to the Chapter 5: Upgrading your

Notebook PC section in this manual.

• The M.2 2280 slots do not support M.2 SATA SSD. For more
details, refer to the Installing an M.2 card section in this
manual.

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.

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Right Side

Memory card reader

This built-in memory card reader supports SD card formats.

USB 3.1 Gen 2 port

The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 2 port provides a
transfer rate of up to 10 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to
USB 2.0.

Kensington® security slot

The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your
Notebook PC using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC
security products.

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Left Side

LAN port

Insert the network cable into this port to connect to a local area
network.

USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-CTM/Thunderbolt 3 combo port

The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 2 Type-C™ port
provides a transfer rate of 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.

USB 3.1 Gen 2 port with USB Charger+

The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 2 port provides a
transfer rate of up to 10 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.

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Microphone input jack port

The microphone input jack port is used to connect your
Notebook PC to an external microphone.

Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack

This port allows you to connect amplied speakers or
headphones. You can also use this port to connect your headset
or an external microphone.

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Front Side

Status indicators

The status indicators help identify the current hardware status
of your Notebook PC.

Power indicator

The power indicator lights up when the Notebook

PC is turned on and blinks slowly when the
Notebook PC is in sleep mode.

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 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 o The Notebook PC is running on

Drive activity indicator

This indicator lights up when your Notebook PC is

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battery mode and the battery
power is between 10% to 100%.

accessing the internal storage drives.

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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.

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.

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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Rear View

Dual power input model

Standard model

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.

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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.
Ensure not to 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.

Dual-Mode Mini DisplayPort

This port allows you to connect your Notebook PC to an
external display.

HDMI port

This port is for the HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface)
connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and
other protected content playback.

USB 3.1 Gen 2 port

The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 2 port provides a
transfer rate of up to 10 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to
USB 2.0.

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Chapter 2:
Using your Notebook PC

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Getting started

Charge your Notebook PC

A. Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.

B. Connect the DC power connector into your Notebook PC’s power

(DC) input port.

C. 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 rst time.

NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models
and your region.

Dual power input model

NOTE: If you plan on using the system under high load, repeat the steps

above to connect the second power adapter.

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Standard model

IMPORTANT!

Power adapter information:

• Inputvoltage:100-240Vac

• Inputfrequency:50-60Hz

• Ratingoutputcurrent:14A(280W)

• Ratingoutputvoltage:20V

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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 rst time. We strongly recommend that
you use a grounded wall socket while using your Notebook PC on
power adapter mode.

• ThesocketoutletmustbeeasilyaccessibleandnearyourNotebook

PC.

• TodisconnectyourNotebookPCfromitsmainpowersupply,unplug

your Notebook PC from the power socket.

WARNING!

Read the following precautions for your Notebook PC’s battery:

• OnlyASUS-authorizedtechniciansshouldremovethebatteryinside

the device (for non-removable battery only).

• Thebatteryusedinthisdevicemaypresentariskofreorchemical

burn if removed or disassembled.

• Followthewarninglabelsforyourpersonalsafety.

• Riskofexplosionifbatteryisreplacedbyanincorrecttype.

• Donotdisposeofinre.

• Neverattempttoshort-circuityourNotebookPC’sbattery.

• Neverattempttodisassembleandreassemblethebattery

(for non-removable battery only).

• Discontinueusageifleakageisfound.

• Thebatteryanditscomponentsmustberecycledordisposedof

properly.

• Keepthebatteryandothersmallcomponentsawayfromchildren.

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Lift to open the display panel

Press the power button

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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

• Tapanapptoselectit.

• Double-tapanapptolaunchit.

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

• Clickanapptoselectit.

• Double-clickanappto

Click this button to open the right­click menu.

launch it.

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

Tap

Tap two ngers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function.

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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.

Zoom out Zoom in

Bring together your two ngers
on the touchpad.

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Spread apart your two ngers on
the touchpad.

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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.

Three-nger gestures

Tap

Tap three ngers on the touchpad to invoke Cortana.

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Swipe left/Swipe right

If you opened multiple apps, swipe three ngers left or right to switch
between these apps.

Swipe up Swipe down

Swipe up to see an overview of all
the apps currently opened.

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Swipe down to show the desktop.

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Four-nger gestures

Tap

Tap four ngers 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.

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Using the keyboard

Function keys

The function keys on your Notebook PC’s keyboard can trigger the
following commands:

Turns the speaker on or o

Skips to previous track or rewind

Plays or pauses

Skips to next track or fast forward

Turns the Turbo Fan on or o

Turns the display panel on or o

Decreases display brightness

Increases display brightness

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Toggles the display mode

NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected
to your Notebook PC.

Enables or disables the touchpad

Puts the Notebook PC into Sleep mode

Turns Airplane mode on or o

NOTE: When enabled, the Airplane mode disables
all wireless connectivity.

Increases brightness for the backlit keyboard

Decreases brightness for the backlit keyboard

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Turns the speaker volume down

Turns the speaker volume up

Turns the microphone on or o

Launches the AURA application

Launches the Xbox LIVE application

Starts XSplit recording/streaming

Opens the Gaming Center application

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Using the numeric keypad

NOTE: The numeric keypad layout may dier by model or territory but the

usage procedures remain the same.

The numeric keypad on your Notebook PC can be used 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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Chapter 3:
Working with Windows® 10

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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 conguring 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 congure the following basic
items:

• Personalize

• Getonline

• Settings

• Youraccount

5. After conguring 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.

Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account

Launch an app from the Start screen

Launch Taskview

Launch Search

Launch the Start menu

Launch All apps

Shut down, restart, or put your Notebook PC to sleep

Launch Settings

Launch File Explorer

Launch an app from the taskbar

You can use the Start menu to do these common activities:

• StartprogramsorWindows®apps

• OpencommonlyusedprogramsorWindows®apps

• AdjustNotebookPCsettings

• GethelpwiththeWindowsoperatingsystem

• TurnoyourNotebookPC

• LogofromWindowsorswitchtoadierentuseraccount

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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.

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 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.

Customizing Windows® apps

You can move, resize, unpin, or pin apps to the taskbar from the Start
menu using the following steps:

Moving apps

Position your mouse pointer over the app, then drag
and drop the app to a new location.

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Resizing apps

Position your mouse pointer over the app and right-click
it, then click Resize and select an app tile size.

Use the arrow keys to navigate to the app.

Press or (on selected models), then

select Resize and select an app tile size.

Unpinning apps

Position your mouse pointer over the app and right-click
it, then click Unpin from Start.

Use the arrow keys to navigate to the app.

Press or (on selected models), then

select Unpin from Start.

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Pinning apps to the taskbar

Position your mouse pointer over the app and right-click
it, then click Pin to taskbar.

Use the arrow keys to navigate to the app.

Press or (on selected models), then

select Pin to taskbar.

Pinning more apps to the Start menu

From All apps, position your mouse pointer over the
app you want to add to the Start menu and right-click it,
then click Pin to Start.

From All apps, press or (on selected

models) on the app that you want to add to the Start
menu, then select Pin to Start.

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