MSI APACHE PRO-014, APACHE PRO-001 User manual
SoftwareApplication
Notebook
Manual
V3.1
SoftwareApplicationManual
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Revision History
Version Revision History Date
3.1 Latest Released 04, 2015
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About This Manual
This Software Application Manual provides instructions and illustrations on installing and using
the software applications which are exclusively designed by MSI. This manual will give users
more on how your notebook can be more efficient, convenient, and enjoyable with the help of
these software applications.
The software applications selected here may be optionally supported for particular models.
Contact the local dealer for further information if necessary.
Dragon Gaming Center (DGC) (for Gaming Series only)......................... 6
Dragon Gaming Center (DGC) is a handy application for integration of games installed and
gaming software interface. Providing easy access to real-time system performance monitor and
gaming environment setting, DGC empowers users to facilitate tweaking process without
occupying system resources.
XSplit Gamecaster (for Gaming Series only) .......................................... 16
XSplit Gamecaster is a one-of-a-kind live streaming and recording application designed for both
casual and hardcore gamers. It allows every gamer to live stream or record their gameplay
without complicated setup and configuration.
SteelSeries Engine 2 (SSE 2) (for Gaming Series only) ........................ 30
SteelSeries Engine 2 is the Apps to combine all frequent functions for gamers in order to easily
customize every individual key and functions to personalize every gamer's play style, including
KLM, multiple devices management (for example, headset, mouse, and keyboard), keypress
macros, and text macros.
SteelSeries Engine 3 (SSE 3) (for selected Gaming Series only) .............. 45
SteelSeries Engine 3 allows user to have full control over keyboard bindings and to customize
the color, effects, and levels of illumination on your notebook.
The new software suite also offers cross platform support for all SteelSeries products and
features a cloud syncing system to make sure you always have your profiles wherever you are.
SteelSeries Engine 3 is only available in selected Gaming Series only.
Nahimic Audio Enhancer (for selected models only) ............................. 61
Nahimic audio enhancer is designed to give users the best audio experience, offering various
audio effects and automatic recording function.
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True Color (for selected models only) ...................................................... 69
True Color allows users to select the best color setting for the content being viewed. It
characterizes and controls laptop panels for precise image presentation. When the application
is launched, the display automatically changes to the assigned color setting.
Shortcut Manager (for Workstation Series only) ....................................... 81
Shortcut Manager, exclusively designed by MSI, is a software application for users to define and
manage the personally and frequently used keyboard hot keys. With the hot keys set in Shortcut
Manager, users will be able to get a smooth and efficient experience in operating this notebook.
Keyboard LED Manager (KLM) (for Workstation Series only) ................. 96
For the gaming notebook equipped with colorful keyboard LEDs, users control the color
variation of the LEDs underneath the keyboard by using the Keyboard LED Manager (KLM)
application. These colorful keyboard LEDs are designed to give users more visual
entertainment while using the gaming notebook.
Sizing Options (for selected models only) ............................................. 106
This application helps to adjust the system DPI setting conveniently. Only with the resolution
(2880 x 1620) can provide the respective image including 100%, 125%, 150% (the best option),
175% and 200% DPI.
Battery Calibration ................................................................... 111
This application helps to extend the life cycle of the battery. It automatically refreshes the
battery capacity through efficient processes of charging, discharging and recharging the battery.
System Control Manager (SCM) .............................................. 115
System Control Manager (SCM) is a proprietary software for driving and controlling the Fn keys
on the keyboard. The SCM is pre-installed with the default OS and will run automatically in
background.
Recovery Image Backup Tool .................................................. 121
Recovery Image Backup Tool, the utility designed to backup the recovery image to blank DVD
disks, a USB flash disk or ISO files. They can be used to recover the system to manufacturer’s
default settings when it is needed. Usage of this application on any product with no
authorization may be prohibited.
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Dragon Gaming Center
When the Dragon Gaming Center application has been installed
successfully, its launching icon will appear in the system tray. Click on this
icon to launch.
Main Window
1. System Monitor: This item shows current system loading information.
2. Utility: Default has included some pre-installed software shortcuts.
3. Instant Play: This item includes settings regarding gaming mode environment.
4. Hybrid Power: This item indicates whether Hybrid Power status is ON or OFF.
(optionally supported).
5. Device Setting: This tab allows user to adjust or switch on/ off your device
settings.
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System Monitor
The field shows real-time readings of major components including CPU/GPU, memory,
temperature and network speed.
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Loading Status
This item shows current status of CPU, memory, battery capacities, disk I/O loading,
GPU, current power scheme, power consumption while AC power is unplugged, and
fan speed.
Temperature
This item shows GPU and CPU temperature. Click on F can switch to Fahrenheit
degree while click on C to Celsius degree.
Network Speed
This item shows Ethernet and Wireless speed.
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Utility
This function integrates a maximum of nine shortcuts of software and utilities embedded in the
notebook.
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Instant Play
Instant Play function allows users to define several features in P1 key shortcut or a combination
of Fn + F4 key. One can designate an immediate startup for one specified game, set the key as
a quick switch to ECO Gaming mode and adjust hardware configuration.
Instant Play
Play Key Setting
Select to set one game for instant play. Press a combination of Fn + F4 key or a P1 key (if
available), or click the game icon to enter game mode and launch the game immediately.
Disable Windows Key
With the Disable Windows Key field checked, Windows Key will be disabled when user
enters the game mode.
Note: This setting will also be applied to the Window Key setting in Device Setting tab. That
is to say, after selecting Disable Windows Key box here, the setting of Windows Key in
Device Setting tab will be overridden even if the key is enabled (Windows Key indicates
yellow).
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Game List
This tab gives you an easy and quick management of installed game database. Users can
add shortcuts of your computer games by clicking "Add" in Game List.
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Display & Audio
Click on Apply Setting to switch to game mode where Display and Audio adjustments will
be available in game mode from Instant Play.
Mouse
Click on Apply Setting to switch to game mode where Mouse adjustments will be
available in game mode from Instant Play.
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Resource Release
This item allows users check to remove unnecessary programs in End Task List for optimal
gaming performance.
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Hybrid Power (optionally supported)
This function empowers users to monitor current Hybrid Power status.
Hybrid Power Status Chart
This item indicates the duration of the Hybrid Power mode the system has entered
in the last 60 seconds.
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Hybrid Power Ability
Hybrid Power shows current status of Hybrid Power mode and the function is only
available in selected models. The selection will not be displayed in the following
conditions: the model purchased does not support Hybrid Power, an unplugged AC
power or a battery capacity that is lower than 30%.
Hybrid Power Status
This item indicates whether Hybrid Power status is ON or OFF.
Note: Hybrid Power is only available in selected models.
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Device Setting
This tab allows user to adjust or switch on or off your device settings. Yellow indicates the
selected feature enabled and white disabled.
Windows key: Enable or disable the Windows Key.
Touchpad: Enable or disable Touchpad.
High Performance: Enable or disable High Performance power plan.
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XSplit Gamecaster (XGC)
Registering an account only takes a minute and lets us keep you up-to-date with the latest
releases and development news, as well as storing your personal settings in the cloud for easy
access on multiple devices.
When the XSplit Gamecaster application has been installed
successfully, its launch icon will appear in the system tray. Click on this
icon to launch.
Sign In
Use your XSplit Broadcaster account to log in if you have one, if you don't have an account yet,
go to XSplit.com to register one.
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Live Streaming and Recording
Below is the default tab of XSplit Gamecaster which tells you how to start Live Streaming or
recording in 3 easy steps.
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1. Switch to any game or open console viewer. When XSplit Gamecaster loads into your
game, you will see a notification that tells you what hot key is set to open the overlay.
The default hot key combination to show the XSplit Gamecaster overlay is CTRL + TAB.
2. Press CTRL + TAB to show XSplit Gamecaster overlay.
3. Click Stream to Live Streaming or click Record to start recording.
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Share Your Recordings
1. Simply go to the Recordings tab.
2. Find the video that you wish to share.
3. Select the platform you wish to upload. The video must be uploaded to YouTube in
order to share on your social networks. If you have not set up a YouTube account,
follow a wizard to guide you through the process.
4. Once the video has been uploaded to YouTube, you can select the service that you
wish to post the link. Follow the on-screen instructions to guide you through the
uploading and sharing process. Click Share to post the link to Facebook.
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Annotation
The built-in annotation feature enables you to draw and highlight selected parts of the
gameplay.
1. Hit CTRL + TAB to open your overlay, and select annotation icon in the top bar.
2. Press the F1 key to see the variety of tools available in annotation mode. To exit
annotation mode press the ESC key.
3. You can add your commentary through drawings, sketches, and etc.
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Add a Webcam
With XSplit Gamecaster, it's easier than ever to add your webcam whether live streaming or
recording. Simply bring up the in-game overlay, click the camera button and then position it
anywhere. You need to press Fn + F6 to turn the Webcam function on beforehand.
1. Add a webcam is Settings Tab. First, make sure you have your desired camera
selected in the Settings tab of the XSplit Gamecaster window.
2. Toggle your overlay and click on the camera icon to enable or disable your camera.
3. You can choose to have your camera shown only in your recording or stream, or you
can also pin it so you can see it in your game.
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Use Chroma Key
You can also activate Chroma Key and make your broadcast look even more immersive using a
green screen transparency effect.
Chroma keying allows you to take advantage of a chroma-compatible backdrop such as a green
screen to immerse yourself within the game play footage. Red, blue, and green are the
available colors for keying and you can adjust the threshold of the chroma key via the provided
slider.
1. Locate CHROMA KEY in the Settings Tab, click it to enable.
2. Shows your game face in the game play footage.
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In Game HUD
Set your camera to be visible to your screen viewer in-game to your viewer.
1. Go to where your camera's position in the overlay, check the In Game HUD to ON.
2. There you go, the screen shows in game HUD visibility to see the chat in game.
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Add a drawing to your stream or recording.
Share your live stream on your social networking sites.
Open Twitch panel to chat and edit broadcast title.
Chat via twitch Chat button allows you to make a Twitch chat.
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Enable Camera.
Adjust the volume.
And turn on or turn off your microphone.
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Accounts
The Accounts tab give you access to live streaming, video sharing and social networks. Do it all
from a simple user-interface that works directly inside your favorite video game.
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Image Overlay
Customize your game by adding an image overlay. Use it to add your clan logo, your social
media links or even a full screen game overlay. First, you need to update to the latest version of
XSplit Gamecaster v. 1.7. The feature will not be available in old versions of XSplit Gamecaster.
Look on the Start tab of XSplit Gamecaster and you will be prompted if you are not on the latest
version.
Change the image overlay
1. Launch your PC game (or open the console viewer) and open the XSplit Gamecaster
overlay. Click the icon to activate Image Overlay.
2. Once activated, your image will initially be the XSplit Gamecaster logo.
3. To change and adjust the image, just hover over the image with your mouse to see the
image toolbar. Click the icon to change the image.
4. Then a window will open for you to choose your preferred image overlay. When you’ve
selected your graphic, click on the REPLACE IMAGE button or double-click on your
selected image
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Adjust the image overlay
When clicking on your chosen image, you can
re-position the image by dragging it or resize the
image by dragging the image outline.
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The Image Overlay Toolbar
When you click on your chosen image, an outline will appear with various highlighted sections
that you can use to resize the image. You can re-position the image by dragging the image.
Visibility
The first option toggles visibility modes for the image. You can choose whether to show the
image to your viewers and/or yourself.
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Opacity
Set the opacity of Image Overlay. This controls the transparency of the image. A value of
100% means no transparency.
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Aspect Ratio Lock
The third option (the arrow) toggles image aspect ratio lock on/off. It is usually suggested to
keep this "on".
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SteelSeries Engine 2 (SSE 2)
When the SteelSeries Engine 2 application has been installed
successfully, its launch icon will appear in the system tray. Click on this
icon to launch.
Main Window
1. Device Name: Shows model name of your notebook.
2. Function Pages: Select major functions from Buttons, Colors, Settings, Properties,
and Statistics tabs.
3. News: Click to link to SteelSeries news webpage.
4. Actions: Select to edit a keyboard macro and drag it to left keyboard layout to replace it.
5. Profiles: Click on the profile name and edit Series Default and custom profiles created
by the user.
6. Keyboard Layout: Shows the keyboard of a corresponding model.
7. Tips: Shows a description when the mouse pointer is over the area.
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