overam Mirage 5652 User Manual

V15.1.00

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Notice

The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information
contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or
any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear
in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse)
of this publication.
This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated, trans­mitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer or creators
of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes.
Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or registered trade­marks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not intended
as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.
©September 2015

Trademarks

Intel, Pentium and Intel Core are trademarks/registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

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R&TTE Directive

This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Direc­tive 1999/5/EC.

This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Lux­embourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland,
United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slov­enia.

ErP Off Mode Power Consumption Statement:

The figures below note the power consumption of this computer in compliance with European Commission (EC)
regulations on power consumption in off mode:

• Off Mode < 0.5W

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CE Marking

This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has at­tained CE Marking. The CE Mark is a conformity marking consisting of the letters “CE”. The CE Mark applies
to products regulated by certain European health, safety and environmental protection legislation. The CE Mark
is obligatory for products it applies to: the manufacturer affixes the marking in order to be allowed to sell his
product in the European market.

This product conforms to the essential requirements of the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC in order to attain CE
Marking. A notified body has determined that this device has properly demonstrated that the requirements of the
directive have been met and has issued a favorable certificate of expert opinion. As such the device will bear the
notified body number 0560 after the CE mark.

The CE Marking is not a quality mark. Foremost, it refers to the safety rather than to the quality of a product.
Secondly, CE Marking is mandatory for the product it applies to, whereas mo st q uality marking s are voluntary.

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FCC Statement

(Federal Communications Commission)

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for comp liance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in­stalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the service representative or an experienc e d ra di o/TV technician for help.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
And

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the

device.

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FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

1. This Transmitter must not be co-l ocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environ ment. This

equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator
and your body.

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Warning

Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not ex­pressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance with the above standard s could void your authority to operate the
equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury
to persons when using any electrical equipment:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example n ear a ba th tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tu b, in a wet

basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There

may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may

explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit as follows:

•

For Models A & B Design I Series

- AC Input of 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, DC Output of 19V, 4.74A (90 Watts) minimum

AC/DC Adapter.

•

For Models A & B D esign II Series

- AC Input of 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, DC Output of 19.5V, 6.15A (

120

W atts) minimum

AC/DC Adapter.

This Computer’s Optical Device is a Laser Class 1 Product

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Instructions for Care and Operation

The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating ele-

ment. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly dam­aged.

Do not expose the computer
to any shock or vibration.

Do not place it on an unstable
surface.

Do not place anything heavy
on the computer.

Do not expose it to excessive
heat or direct sunlight.

Do not leave it in a place
where foreign matter or mois­ture may affect the system.

Don’t use or store the com­puter in a humid environment.

Do not place the computer on
any surface that will block the
Vents/Fan Intakes.

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3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other

strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.

4. Follow the proper workin g proc edur es for t he computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget

to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

Do not turn off the power
until you properly shut down
all programs.

Do not turn off any peripheral
devices when the computer is
on.

Do not disassemble the com­puter by yourself.

Perform routine maintenance
on your computer.

Use only approved brands of
peripherals.

Unplug the power cord befor e
attaching peripheral devices.

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Servicing

Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and may expose you and
the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer from
the power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions:

• When the power cord or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.

• If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids.

• If the computer does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions.

• If the computer has been dropped or damaged (do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks).

• If there is an unusual odor, heat or smoke coming from your computer.

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Bottom Cover Removal Warning

Users should not remove any cover(s) and /or screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade as this may violate the terms of
your warranty. If you need to replace/remove the hard disk/RAM/optical device etc., for any reason, please contact your dis­tributor/supplier for further information.

Removal Warning

When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upg rade, remember to replace the cover(s) and
screw(s) before restoring power to the system.

Also note the following when the cover is removed:

• Hazardous moving parts.

• Keep away from moving fan blades.

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Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.

• Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a
steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifica­tions, consult your service representative or local power company.

• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The third
prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access
to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.

• When you want to unplug the po wer cord, be sure t o disconnec t it by the p lug head, not
by its wire.

• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current
load of all the connected devices.

• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power
supplies (i.e. AC/DC adapter or car adapter).

Do not plug in the power
cord if you ar e wet.

Do not use the power cord if
it is broken.

Do not place heavy objects
on the power cord.

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Power Safety Warning

Before you undertake
any upgrade proce­dures, make sure that
you have turned off the
power, and disconnect­ed all peripherals and
cables (including tele­phone lines and power
cord).

You must also remove
your battery in order to
prevent accidentally
turning the machine on.

Before removing the
battery disconnect the
AC/DC adapter from
the computer.

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Polymer Battery Precautions

Note the following information which is specific to polymer batteries only, and where applicable, this overrides
the general battery precaution information overleaf.

• Polymer batteries may experience a slight expansion or swelling, however this is part of the battery’s safety mecha­nism and is not a cause for concern.

• Use proper handling procedures when using polymer batteries. Do not use polymer batteries in high ambient tempera­ture environments, and do not store unused batteries for extended per iods.

See also the general battery precautionary information overleaf for further information.

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General Battery Precautions

• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.

• Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered on.

• Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even
if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly
result in fire.

• If you do not use the battery for an extended period, then remove the battery from the computer for storage.

• Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode.

• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repa ir or replac ement to your service repre sentati ve or qual­ified service personnel.

• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully. Batteries
may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.

• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.

• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.

• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

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Battery Disposal & Caution

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life,
under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery in to the municipal waste stream. Check with
your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalen t type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Cleaning

Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth.
Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.

Cleaning Instructions

(For Computer Models Supplied with Light Blue Cleaning Cloth)
Some computer models in this series come supplied with a light blue cleaning cloth. To clean the computer case
with this cloth follow the instructions below:

1. Power off the computer and peripherals.

2. Disconnect the AC/DC adapter from the computer.

3. Use a little water to dampen the cloth slightly.

4. Clean the computer case with the cloth.

5. Dry the computer with a dry cloth, or allow it time to dry befo re turning on.

6. Reconnect the AC/DC adapter and turn the computer on.

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Travel Considerations

As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:

1. Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged.

2. Power off the computer and peripherals.

3. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.

4. Disconnect the AC/DC adapter and cables. Stow them in the carrying bag.

5. The AC/DC adapter uses volt ages from 100 to 240 volt s so you won’t need a second volt age adapte r. However,

check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters.

6. Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag’s straps.

7. If you’re taking any peripherals (e.g. a printer, mouse or digital camera), pack them and those devices’ adapters

and/or cables.

8. Anticipate customs - Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership for both

hardware and software. Make sure your “papers” are handy.

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Power Off Before Traveling

Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag (or any such container). Putting a
notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the Vents/Fan Intakes to be blocked. T o prevent your computer
from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent/Fan Intakes while the computer is in use.

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On the Road

In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting,
keep these points in mind:

Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is very
common. Don’t check it with normal luggage. Baggage handlers may not be sufficiently careful. Avoid knock­ing the computer against hard objects.

Beware of Electromagnetic fields - Devices such as metal detectors & X-ray machines can damage the com­puter, hard disk, floppy disks, and other media. They may also destroy any stored data - Pass your computer and
disks around the devices. Ask security officials to hand-inspect them (you may be asked to turn it on). Note:
Some airports also scan luggage with these devices.

Fly safely - Most airlines have regulations about the use of computers and other electronic devices in flight.
These restrictions are for your safety, follow them. If you stow the notebook in an overhead compartment, make
sure it’s secure. Contents may shift and/or fall out when the compartment is opened.

Get power where you can - If an electrical outlet is available, use the AC/DC adapter and keep your battery(ies)
charged.

Keep it dry - If you move quickly from a cold to a warm location, water vapor can condense inside the computer.
Wait a few minutes before turning it on so that any moisture can evaporate.

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Developing Good Work Habits

Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in fron t of the computer for long periods o f time.
Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or
other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:

• Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the
level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position.

• Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Place your feet flat on the floor or on
a footrest if necessary.

• Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably.

• Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles
when you are working.

• Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.

Remember to:

• Alter your posture frequently.

• Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.

• Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Frequent
and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks.

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Lighting

Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and
shoulders.

• Position the display to avoid glare or reflecti ons from overhead lighting or outside sources of light.

• Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly.

• Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance.

• Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.

LCD Screen Care

To prevent image persistence on LCD monitors (caused by the continuous display of graphics on the screen for
an extended period of time) take the following precautions:

• Set the Windows Power Plans to turn the screen off after a few minutes of screen idle time.

• Use a rotating, moving or blank screen saver (this prevents an image from being displayed too long).

• Rotate desktop background images every few days.

• Turn the monitor off when the system is not in use.

LCD Electro-Plated Logos

Note that in computers featuring a raised LCD electro-plated logo, the logo is covered by a protective adhesive.
Due to general wear and tear, this adhesive may deteriorate over time and the exposed logo may develop sharp
edges. Be careful when handling the computer in this case, and avoid touching the raised LCD electro-plated
logo. Avoid placing any other items in the carrying bag which may rub against the top of the computer during
transport. If any such wear and tear develops contact your distributor/supplier.

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Contents

Notice .............................................................................................................................................................I

ErP Off Mode Power Consumption Statement: ...........................................................................................II

FCC Statement ............................................................................................................................................IV

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: .....................................................................................................V

Instructions for Care and Operation ......................................................................................................... VII

Servicing .....................................................................................................................................................IX

Power Safety ................................................................................................................................................X

Polymer Battery Precautions ......................................................................................................................XI

General Battery Precautions ..................................................................................................................... XII

Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................XIII

Cleaning Instructions ...............................................................................................................................XIII

Travel Considerations ..............................................................................................................................XIV

Quick Start Guide

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................1-1

Advanced Users .........................................................................................................................................1-2

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users ....................................................................................................1-2

Warning Boxes ..........................................................................................................................................1-2

Not Included ..............................................................................................................................................1-3

System Startup ...........................................................................................................................................1-4

System Software ........................................................................................................................................1-5

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Model Differences .....................................................................................................................................1-6

System Map: LCD Panel Open - Model A ................................................................................................1-7

System Map: LCD Panel Open - Model B ................................................................................................1-8

LED Indicators ...........................................................................................................................................1-9

Keyboard - Model A ................................................................................................................................1-10

Keyboard - Model B ................................................................................................................................1-11

Keyboard Shortcuts .................................................................................................................................1-12

Keyboard Application Settings ................................................................................................................1-13

Function/Hot Key Indicators ...................................................................................................................1-14

Control Center .........................................................................................................................................1-15

Flexikey® Application ............................................................................................................................1-16

Flexikey® Application Features: .............................................................................................................1-17

System Map: Front & Left Views - Model A ..........................................................................................1-18

System Map: Front & Left Views - Model B ..........................................................................................1-19

System Map: Right & Rear Views - Model A .........................................................................................1-20

System Map: Right & Rear Views - Model B .........................................................................................1-21

System Map: Bottom View - Model A ....................................................................................................1-23

System Map: Bottom View - Model B ....................................................................................................1-24

Windows 10 Start Menu ..........................................................................................................................1-25

Right-Clicking the Windows Logo In Start Menu ..................................................................................1-26

Start Menu Apps & Tiles .........................................................................................................................1-27

Windows 10 Control Panel ......................................................................................................................1-29

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Settings ....................................................................................................................................................1-30

Windows 10 Taskbar ...............................................................................................................................1-31

Video Features .........................................................................................................................................1-32

Microsoft Hybrid Graphics ......................................................................................................................1-32

Power Options .........................................................................................................................................1-38

Features & Components

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................2-1

Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive ............................................................................................................2-2

Optical (CD/DVD) Device ........................................................................................................................2-3

Loading Discs ............................................................................................................................................2-3

Handling CDs or DVDs .............................................................................................................................2-4

DVD Regional Codes ................................................................................................................................2-5

Multi-In-1 Card Reader .............................................................................................................................2-6

Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse ....................................................................................................2-7

Gestures and Device Settings ....................................................................................................................2-9

Audio Features .........................................................................................................................................2-14

Setup for Audio Recording ......................................................................................................................2-15

Power Management

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................3-1

The Power Sources ....................................................................................................................................3-2

AC/DC Adapter .........................................................................................................................................3-2

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Battery ........................................................................................................................................................3-2

Turning On the Computer ..........................................................................................................................3-3

Shutting the Computer Down ....................................................................................................................3-4

Power Plans ...............................................................................................................................................3-5

Power-Saving States ..................................................................................................................................3-7

Sleep ..........................................................................................................................................................3-7

Hibernate ....................................................................................................................................................3-8

Shut down ..................................................................................................................................................3-8

Configuring the Power Buttons .................................................................................................................3-9

Resuming Operation ................................................................................................................................3-11

Power Conservation Modes .....................................................................................................................3-12

Settings Menu Power Controls ................................................................................................................3-14

Battery Information .................................................................................................................................3-17

Battery Power ..........................................................................................................................................3-17

Conserving Battery Power .......................................................................................................................3-18

Battery Life ..............................................................................................................................................3-19

New Battery .............................................................................................................................................3-19

Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter ...................................................................................3-19

Proper handling of the Battery Pack ........................................................................................................3-20

Battery FAQ .............................................................................................................................................3-21

Removing the Battery ..............................................................................................................................3-25

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Drivers & Utilities

What to Install ............................................................................................................................................4-1

Module Driver Installation ........................................................................................................................4-1

Driver Installation ......................................................................................................................................4-2

Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ..................................................................................................4-5

User Account Control ................................................................................................................................4-6

Windows Security Message .......................................................................................................................4-6

New Hardware Found ................................................................................................................................4-6

Driver Installation Procedure .....................................................................................................................4-7

Chipset .......................................................................................................................................................4-7

Video (VGA) .............................................................................................................................................4-7

NVIDIA Video (VGA) ..............................................................................................................................4-7

LAN ...........................................................................................................................................................4-7

Card Reader ...............................................................................................................................................4-7

Touchpad ...................................................................................................................................................4-8

Airplane .....................................................................................................................................................4-8

Control Center ...........................................................................................................................................4-8

MEI Driver .................................................................................................................................................4-8

Audio .........................................................................................................................................................4-8

Optional Drivers ........................................................................................................................................4-9

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BIOS Utilities

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................5-1

The Setup Utility ........................................................................................................................................5-2

Failing the POST .......................................................................................................................................5-3

Fatal Errors ................................................................................................................................................5-3

Non-Fatal Errors ........................................................................................................................................5-3

Setup Screens .............................................................................................................................................5-4

Main Menu .................................................................................................................................................5-5

System Time & Date (Main Menu) ...........................................................................................................5-5

SATA Port # (Main Menu) ........................................................................................................................5-6

OffBoard SATA/NVme Controller Configuration (Main Menu) .............................................................5-6

CPU/ ME FW Version / System/ Extended Memory: (Main Menu) ........................................................5-6

MB Series / BIOS Revision / KBC/EC firmware Revision / MAC Address: (Main Menu) .....................5-6

Advanced Menu .........................................................................................................................................5-7

Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) ..........................................................................................5-7

FlexiCharger (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) .................................................................5-8

GPU Performance Scaling (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) ............................................5-8

SATA Mode (Advanced Menu) ................................................................................................................5-9

Boot Logo (Advanced Menu) ....................................................................................................................5-9

Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu) ...................................................................................................5-9

Battery Low Alarm Beep (Advanced Menu) .............................................................................................5-9

Security Menu ..........................................................................................................................................5-10

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Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu) ..............................................................................................5-10

Set User Password (Security Menu) ........................................................................................................5-11

Password on boot: (Security Menu) ........................................................................................................5-11

Secure Boot Control (Security Menu) .....................................................................................................5-12

TPM Configuration (Security Menu) ...................................................................................................... 5-13

Boot Menu ...............................................................................................................................................5-14

Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) ........................................................................................................5-15

UEFI Boot (Boot Menu) ..........................................................................................................................5-15

Exit Menu ................................................................................................................................................5-16

Modules & Options

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................6-1

Wireless LAN Module ...............................................................................................................................6-2

3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation ..................................................................................................6-3

Intel® WLAN Driver Installation ..............................................................................................................6-3

WLAN Configuration in Windows 10 ......................................................................................................6-4

Bluetooth Combo Module .........................................................................................................................6-7

3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation .............................................................................6-8

Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation ................................................................................................6-8

Bluetooth Configuration in Windows ........................................................................................................6-9

To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices .................................................................6-11

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ...........................................................................................................6-12

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IRST Driver Installation ..........................................................................................................................6-12

Sound Blaster Cinema 2 ..........................................................................................................................6-13

Sound Blaster Cinema 2 Installation .......................................................................................................6-13

Sound Blaster Cinema 2 Application ......................................................................................................6-14

Sound Blaster Cinema 2 SBX Pro Studio ................................................................................................6-18

PC Camera Module ..................................................................................................................................6-23

Camera App .............................................................................................................................................6-24

Taking Pictures/Capturing Video ............................................................................................................6-26

Trusted Platform Module .........................................................................................................................6-28

Enabling & Managing TPM ....................................................................................................................6-29

TPM Management in Windows ...............................................................................................................6-30

TPM Actions ............................................................................................................................................6-32

3G/4G Module .........................................................................................................................................6-34

3G/4G Configuration in Windows 10 .....................................................................................................E-37

Troubleshooting

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................7-1

Basic Hints and Tips ..................................................................................................................................7-2

Backup and General Maintenance .............................................................................................................7-3

Viruses .......................................................................................................................................................7-4

Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software ......................................................................................7-5

Problems and Possible Solutions ...............................................................................................................7-7

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Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Overview ...................................................................................................................................................A-1

Notebook Ports and Jacks .........................................................................................................................A-2

Control Center & Flexikey®

Overview ...................................................................................................................................................B-1

Flexikey® Application .............................................................................................................................B-8

Profiles ......................................................................................................................................................................B-8

Flexikey® Application Features ...............................................................................................................B-9

Keyboard and Mouse Settings ..................................................................................................................B-9

Enabling or Disabling Flexikey® ...........................................................................................................B-10

Keyboard Settings ...................................................................................................................................B-11

Mouse Settings ........................................................................................................................................B-12

Keyboard Settings - Express Key ...........................................................................................................B-13

Keyboard Settings - Launch App ...........................................................................................................B-17

Keyboard Settings - Express Text ..........................................................................................................B-19

Keyboard Settings - Disable ...................................................................................................................B-21

Mouse Settings - Express Key ................................................................................................................B-22

Mouse Settings - Launch App ................................................................................................................B-24

Mouse Settings - Express Text ...............................................................................................................B-26

Mouse Settings - Disable ........................................................................................................................B-28

Statistics ..................................................................................................................................................B-29

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Video Driver Controls

Video Drivers ............................................................................................................................................C-1

Video (VGA) ............................................................................................................................................C-1

NVIDIA Video (VGA) .............................................................................................................................C-1

Dynamic Video Memory Technology ......................................................................................................C-2

Microsoft Hybrid Graphics .......................................................................................................................C-3

Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel ...........................................................................................................C-5

Display Devices & Options ....................................................................................................................C-19

Attaching Other Displays .......................................................................................................................C-20

Configure Other Displays Using Project ................................................................................................C-22

You can configure attached displays from Project. ................................................................................C-22

Configuring an External Display In Windows .......................................................................................C-23

NVIDIA Control Panel ...........................................................................................................................C-26

Customization Options ...........................................................................................................................C-28

Set PhysX® Configuration .....................................................................................................................C-32

NVIDIA GeForce Experience ................................................................................................................C-33

NVIDIA GeForce Experience - BatteryBoost ........................................................................................C-35

NVIDIA GeForce Experience - ShadowPlay .........................................................................................C-36

HDMI Audio Configuration ...................................................................................................................C-37

Wireless Display .....................................................................................................................................C-40

Wireless Display Configuration .............................................................................................................C-41

XXIX

Preface

Specifications

Processors .................................................................................................................................................D-2

Core Logic ................................................................................................................................................D-2

Display ......................................................................................................................................................D-2

Memory .....................................................................................................................................................D-2

Video Adapter ...........................................................................................................................................D-2

Storage ......................................................................................................................................................D-2

Audio ........................................................................................................................................................D-3

Keyboard & Pointing Device ....................................................................................................................D-3

Interface ....................................................................................................................................................D-3

Card Reader ..............................................................................................................................................D-3

Slots ..........................................................................................................................................................D-3

Communication .........................................................................................................................................D-3

Battery .......................................................................................................................................................D-4

Power ........................................................................................................................................................D-4

Power Management ..................................................................................................................................D-4

Indicators ..................................................................................................................................................D-4

BIOS .........................................................................................................................................................D-4

Security .....................................................................................................................................................D-4

Features .....................................................................................................................................................D-4

Operating System ......................................................................................................................................D-4

Environmental Spec ..................................................................................................................................D-4

XXX

Preface

Dimensions & Weight ..............................................................................................................................D-5

Overview 1 - 1

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Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide

Overview

This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the
computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following:

• Chapter 2 A guide to using some of the main features of the computer e.g. the storage devices (hard disk,
optical device, card reader), Touchpad/Mouse and Audio.

• Chapter 3 The computer’s power saving options.

• Chapter 4 The installation of the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the
computer’s subsystems.

• Chapter 5 An outline of the computer’s built-in software or BIOS (Basic Input Output System).

• Chapter 6 Instructions for upgrading your computer.

• Chapter 7 A quick guide to the computer’s PC Camera, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth & WLAN Combo, Intel
Technology, Sound Blaster Cinema and 3G/4G modules (some of which may be optional
depending on your purchase configuration).

• Chapter 8 A troubleshooting guide.

• Appendix A Definitions of the interface, ports/jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external
devices.

• Appendix B Information on Control Center.

• Appendix C Information on the video driver controls.

• Appendix D The computer’s specification.

1 - 2 Overview

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Advanced Users

If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful
to refer to “What to Install” on page 4 - 1 and “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 in the reminder of the User’s
Manual. You may also find the notes marked with a

 of interest to you.

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users

If you are new to computers (or do not have an advanced knowledge of them) then
the information contained in the Quick Start Guide should be enough to get you up
and running. Eventually you should try to look through all the documentation (more
detailed descriptions of the functions, setup and system controls are covered in the
remainder of the User’s Manual), but do not worry if you do not understand every­thing the first time. Keep this manual nearby and refer to it to learn as you go. You
may find it useful to refer to the notes marked with a

 as indicated in the margin.

For a more detailed description of any of the interface ports and jacks see “Interface

(Ports & Jacks)” on page A - 1.

Warning Boxes

No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safety information indicated by the

 symbol. Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the Preface.



Notes

Check the light colored
boxes with the mark
above to find detailed in­formation about the com­puter’s features.

Overview 1 - 3

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Not Included

Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 10) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database pro­grams) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.



Drivers

If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install
the drivers listed in “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - 1. Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the com­puter and a hardware component e.g. a wireless network module. It is very important that you install the drivers in the order
listed. You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are properly installed. If
your system hasn’t been properly configured (your service representative may have already done that for you); refer to

Chapter 4 for installation instructions.

Ports and Jacks

See “Notebook Ports and Jacks” on page A - 2 for a description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your com­puter to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc.

1 - 4 System Startup

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System Startup

1. Remove all packing materials.

2. Place the computer on a stable surface.

3. Securely attach any pe ripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.

4. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack on the left of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an

outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.

5. Use one hand to raise the

lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle (

do not exceed 130 degrees

);

use the other

hand to support the base of the computer (Note: Never lift the computer by the lid/LCD).

Figure 1 - 1 - Opening the Lid/LCD & Computer with AC/DC Adapter Plugged-In

130°



Shutdown

Note that you should always
shut your computer down by
choosing the Shut Down
command in Windows. This
will help prevent hard disk or
system problems.

System Startup 1 - 5

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System Software

Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you
are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find the Windows 10 (64-bit) operating system
is supported.



Windows OS

Note that the information included on the following pages is for Windows 10 only.
In order to run Windows 10 (64-bit) your computer requires a minimum 2GB of system memory (RAM).

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Model Differences

This notebook series includes two different model types (and two design styles for each model) that mainly differ as
indicated in the table below. Note that your model may appear slightly different from those pictured in this manual
(also see Appendix D for details of supported processors etc.).

Table 1 - 1 - Model Differences

Feature

Model A Model B

Design I Design II Design I Design II

Display

15.6” / 39.62cm HD (1366 * 768) / FHD (1920 * 1080), 16:9
(3.8mm thick) Backlit Panel

17.3" / 43.94cm HD+ (1600 * 900) / FHD (1920 * 1080), 16:9
Backlit Panel

Video

Controller

Intel® Integrated GPU (Intel®

HD Graphics 530) and

NVIDIA® GeForce

940M

Video

Intel® Integrated GPU (Intel®

HD Graphics 530) and

NVIDIA® GeForce GTX

950M

Video

Intel® Integrated GPU (Intel®

HD Graphics 530) and

NVIDIA® GeForce

940M

Video

Intel® Integrated GPU (Intel®

HD Graphics 530) and

NVIDIA® GeForce GTX

950M

Video

3G/4G

Module

Supported Not Supported

Power
Supply

Full Range AC/DC Adapter

AC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz,

DC Output 19V, 4.74A

(90 Watts)

Full Range AC/DC Adapter

AC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz,

DC Output 19.5V, 6.15A

(120 Watts)

Full Range AC/DC Adapter

AC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz,

DC Output 19V, 4.74A

(90 Watts)

Full Range AC/DC Adap ter

AC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz,

DC Output 19.5V, 6.15A

(120 Watts)

System Map: LCD Panel Open - Model A 1 - 7

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System Map: LCD Panel Open - Model A

Figure 1 - 2

LCD Panel Open -

Model A

1. Built-in PC Camera

2. PC Camera LED

3. Built-In Microphone

4. LCD

5. Power Button

6. LED Indicators
(Caps, Num &
Scroll Lock)

7. Keyboard

8. Touchpad &
Buttons

8

Touchpad Buttons
(valid operation area)

3

5

1

7

4

6

Note that the Touchpad and Buttons valid operational area is that indicated within the red dotted lines
indicated on the right. See “Touchpad/Clickpad Sensitivity” on page 2 - 7.

2



Wireless Device

Operation Aboard

Aircraft

The use of any portable
electronic transmission de­vices aboard aircraft is
usually prohibited. Make
sure the 3G/4G/WLAN/
Bluetooth module(s) are
OFF if you are using the
computer aboard aircraft.

Use Fn + F11 Airplane
Mode key combination to
toggle Airplane Mode On/
Off, and check the LED in­dicator for the power status
(see Table 1 - 5, on

page 1 - 14/ Table 1 - 2,
on page 1 - 9).

8

1 - 8 System Map: LCD Panel Open - Model B

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System Map: LCD Panel Open - Model B

Figure 1 - 3

LCD Panel Open -

Model B

1. Built-in PC Camera

2. PC Camera LED

3. Built-In Microphone

4. LCD

5. Power Button

6. LED Status
Indicators (Caps,
Num & Scroll Lock)

7. Keyboard

8. Click Pad & Buttons

Note that the click pad has a
defined valid operational area
of sensitivity indicated within
the sensor area of the illustra­tion below. See “Touchpad/

Clickpad Sensitivity” on
page 2 - 7.

3

5

1

7

4

6



Wireless Device

Operation Aboard

Aircraft

The use of any portable
electronic transmission de­vices aboard aircraft is usu­ally prohibited. Make sure
the WLAN/Bluetooth mod­ule(s) are OFF if you are us­ing the computer aboard
aircraft.

Use Fn + F11 Airplane
Mode key combination to
toggle Airplane Mode On/
Off, and check the LED indi­cator for the power status
(see Table 1 - 5, on page 1

- 14/ Table 1 - 2, on page 1

- 9).

2

8

LED Indicators 1 - 9

Quick Start Guide

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LED Indicators

The LED indicators on the computer display helpful
information about the current status of the computer.

Table 1 - 2 - LED Power Indicators

Table 1 - 3 - LED Status Indicators

Icon Color Description

Orange DC Power is Plugged In

Green The Computer is On

Blinking Green

The Computer is in Sleep

Mode

Orange The Battery is Charging

Green The Battery is Fully Charged

Blinking Orange

The Battery Has Reached

Critically Low Power Status

Green Hard Disk Activity

Green

Airplane Mode is ON (the
WLAN/Bluetooth & 3G/4G

Modules are OFF)

Icon Color Description

Green Number Lock Activated

Green

Scroll Lock Activated (to activate

press Fn & Scr Lk)

Green Caps Lock Activated

1 - 10 Keyboard - Model A

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Keyboard - Model A

The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and
function keys to change operational features instantly.

Figure 1 - 4 - Keyboard - Model A



Other Keyboards

If your keyboard is dam­aged or you just want to
make a change, you can
use any standard USB
keyboard. The system will
detect and enable it auto­matically. However spe­cial functions/hot-keys
unique to the system’s
regular keyboard may not
work.

NumLk & ScrLk

Hold down the Fn Key
and either NumLk or
ScrLk to enable number
or scroll lock, and check
the LED indicator for sta­tus.

Numerical

Play/Pause Key

Function Keys

NumLk &
ScrLk Keys

Fn Key

Keypad

Windows Logo Key

Menu/Application Key



Special Characters

Some software applications allow the number-keys to be used with Alt to produce special characters.
These special characters can only be produced by using the numeric keypad. Regular number keys (in
the upper row of the keyboard) will not work. Make sure that NumLk is on.

Keyboard - Model B 1 - 11

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Keyboard - Model B

The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and
function keys to change operational features instantly.

Figure 1 - 5 - Keyboard - Model B



Other Keyboards

If your keyboard is dam­aged or you just want to
make a change, you can
use any standard USB
keyboard. The system will
detect and enable it auto­matically. However spe­cial functions/hot-keys
unique to the system’s
regular keyboard may not
work.

NumLk & ScrLk

Hold down the Fn Key
and either NumLk or
ScrLk to enable number
or scroll lock, and check
the LED indicator for sta­tus.

Numerical

Play/Pause Key

Function Keys

NumLk &
ScrLk Keys

Fn Key

Keypad

Windows Logo Key

Menu/Application Key



Special Characters

Some software applications allow the number-keys to be used with Alt to produce special characters.
These special characters can only be produced by using the numeric keypad. Regular number keys (in
the upper row of the keyboard) will not work. Make sure that NumLk is on.

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Keyboard Shortcuts

The following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navi­gation/operation in

Windows 10

.

Table 1 - 4 - Keyboard Shortcuts

Windows Logo

Key +

Description

Tap Winkey Toggle the Start menu

A Open the Action Center

B Select the Taskbar Notification Area
C Launch Cortana (in listening mode)
D Toggle the Desktop

E Launch File Explorer (Quick Access tab)

+ Number (1, 2, etc) Launch an application from the taskbar (numbered from left to right)



Windows Logo

Keyboard Shortcut

Use the Windows logo
key + D key com-
bination to switch be­tween the Start screen
and Windows Desktop.

Menu/Application

Keyboard Shortcut

When the Desktop app
is running you can use
the Menu/Application
key on the key­board to display the
context menu as per a
mouse right-click.

Keyboard Application Settings 1 - 13

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Keyboard Application Settings

(Model B Factory Option)
If your Model B computer includes an illuminated keyboard, you will need to install the keyboard Control Cen-
ter application driver (see “Control Center” on page 4 - 8) and you can then select the type of keyboard as ap-
propriate for your model’s configuration (you can only select keyboards supported by your system). After the
driver has been installed, and the system restarts, the control panel below will pop-up to allow you to select the
illuminated white keyboard for your system. Click Save to retain the setting chosen.

If you wish to change the setting at any time then right-click on the Control Center icon and select Key-
board Settings to return to the keyboard select control panel.

Figure 1 - 6 - Keyboard Settings for Illuminated Keyboard Option

Right-click and select Keyboard Settings.

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Function/Hot Key Indicators

Table 1 - 5 - Function Keys & Visual Indicators

Keys Function Keys Function

Fn +

Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs)

Fn +

PC Camera Power Toggle

Fn +

TouchPad Toggle

Fn +

Airplane Mode Toggle

Fn +

Turn LCD Backlight Off

(Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on)

Fn +

Sleep Toggle

Fn +

Mute Toggle Fn + NumLk Number Lock Toggle

Fn +

Backlight Keyboard

Toggle Off/High/Low

(Illuminated

Keyboards Designs

Only)

Fn + ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle

Fn +

Volume Decrease/Increase Caps Lock Caps Lock Toggle

Fn +

Display Switch Menu

Fn +

Fan Control Toggle between

Automatic Fan Control / Full Power

Fn +

Brightness Decrease/Increase

Fn +

Control Center Toggle (see over)

Control Center 1 - 15

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Control Center

When in the Windows Desktop application (not in the Start screen) press the Fn + Esc key combination, or
double-click the icon

in the notification area of the taskbar to toggle the Control Center on/off. The Con-

trol Center gives quick access to frequently used controls and enables you to quickly turn the camera/Touch

Pad on/off (see Appendix B for full details).

Figure 1 - 7 - Control Center



Control Center Access

To run the
Control Cen­ter press the
Fn + Esc key
combination,
or double­click the icon

in the noti­fication area
of the taskbar.

Close the Control Center by clicking
the close icon in the top right of the
panel (move the cursor onto the top
right corner of the panel to highlight it).

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Flexikey® Application

The Flexikey® application is a quick hotkey configuration application, which allows you to assign a single key
to launch multiple key combinations, or to launch programs and applications, to create text macros and to
disable certain keys. The application can also be used to configure the mouse buttons to create hotkeys for
gaming etc. All the configuration settings are retained under (up to12) profiles to which the settings are applied.
Click Flexikey® in the Gaming section of the Control Center, or the click the icon in the notification
area of the taskbar, to launch the application (see Appendix B for full details).

Figure 1 - 8 - Flexikey® Hotkey Application

Flexikey® Enabled

Flexikey® Disabled

Flexikey® Application 1 - 17

Quick Start Guide

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Flexikey® Application Features:

For full details see “Flexikey® Application” on page B - 8.

• EXPRESS KEY - This feature allows you to configure a single key (or mouse click) to send multiple key

combinations, or to create more useful shortcut keys This is useful in gaming or when using applications
which have a complex set of keyboard shortcuts.

• LAUNCH APP - This simply assigns single keys (or mouse clicks) to launch any program’s or application’s

executable file.

• EXPRESS TEXT - With this you can assign single keys (or mouse clicks) to send commonly used strings

of text.

• DISABLE - Use this function to disable any keyboard keys or mouse buttons.

• STATISTICS - Use this to quickly record keys in use in any application, and to disable unused keys.

1 - 18 System Map: Front & Left Views - Model A

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System Map: Front & Left Views - Model A

Figure 1 - 9

Front & Left Views

Model A

1. LED Power
Indicators

2. Multi-in-1 Card
Reader

3. DC-In Jack

4. Vent/Fan Intake/
Outlet

5. External Monitor
Port

6. RJ-45 LAN Jack

7. USB 3.0 Port

8. HDMI-Out Port

2

7

4

1

3

8

6

5

7



Multi-In-1 Card Reader

The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats:

MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RS MMC

SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC

MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo

USB 3.0 Port OR USB 2.0 Port

This model includes 3 * USB 3.0 ports and 1* USB 2.0 port. USB 3.0 ports are denoted by their blue

color; USB 2.0 ports are colored black.

HDMI Port

Note that the HDMI Port supports video and audio signals to attached external displays. Note that
Sound Blaster audio will be disabled when you are connecting to an external display through an HDMI
connection.

System Map: Front & Left Views - Model B 1 - 19

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Front & Left Views - Model B

Figure 1 - 10

Front & Left Views

Model B

1. LED Power
Indicators

2. Multi-in-1 Card
Reader

3. DC-In Jack

4. Vent/Fan Intake/
Outlet

5. External Monitor
Port

6. RJ-45 LAN Jack

7. USB 3.0 Port

8. HDMI-Out Port

2

7

4

1

3

8

6

5



Multi-In-1 Card Reader

The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats:

MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RS MMC

SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC

MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo

USB 3.0 Port OR USB 2.0 Port

This model includes 3 * USB 3.0 ports and 1* USB 2.0 port. USB 3.0 ports are denoted by their blue

color; USB 2.0 ports are colored black.

HDMI Port

Note that the HDMI Port supports video and audio signals to attached external displays. Note that
Sound Blaster audio will be disabled when you are connecting to an external display through an HDMI
connection.

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1 - 20 System Map: Right & Rear Views - Model A

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System Map: Right & Rear Views - Model A

Figure 1 - 11

Right & Rear Views

Model A

1. Microphone-In
Jack

2. Headphone-Out
Jack

3. USB 2.0 Port

4. USB 3.0 Port

5. Optical Device
Drive Bay (for CD/
DVD Device)

6. Security Lock Slot

7. Battery

7

4

2

5

1

W255EU

3

6



Battery Information

Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery before using it. Completely
discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial dis­charges.

USB 3.0 Port OR USB 2.0 Port

This model includes 3 * USB 3.0 ports and 1* USB 2.0 port. USB 3.0 ports are denoted by
their blue color; USB 2.0 ports are colored black.

System Map: Right & Rear Views - Model B 1 - 21

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Right & Rear Views - Model B

Figure 1 - 12

Right & Rear Views

Model B

1. Microphone-In
Jack

2. Headphone-Out
Jack

3. USB 2.0 Port

4. USB 3.0 Port

5. Optical Device
Drive Bay (for
DVD Device)

6. Security Lock Slot

7. Battery

7

4

2

5

1

W255EU

3



Battery Information

Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery before using it. Completely
discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial dis­charges.

USB 3.0 Port OR USB 2.0 Port

This model includes 3 * USB 3.0 ports and 1* USB 2.0 port. USB 3.0 ports are denoted by
their blue color; USB 2.0 ports are colored black.

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1 - 22 System Map: Right & Rear Views - Model B

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1



Disk Eject Warning

Don’t try to eject a CD/DVD while the system is ac­cessing it. This may cause the system to “crash”. Stop
the disk first then eject it, or press the stop button
twice.

CD/DVD Emergency Eject

If you need to manually eject a CD/DVD (e.g. due to
an unexpected power interruption) you may push the
end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency
eject hole. Do not use a sharpened pencil or any ob­ject that may break and become lodged in the hole.
Don’t try to remove a floppy disk/CD/DVD while the
system is accessing it. This may cause the system to
“crash”.



Changing DVD Regional Codes

Go to the Control Panel and double-click Device
Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click th e +

next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the
DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog
box, and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the
control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code
(see “DVD Regional Codes” on page 2 - 5).

DVD region detection is device dependent, not OS­dependent. You can select your module’s region
code 5 times. The fifth se lection is permanent. This
cannot be altered even if you change your operating
system or you use the module in another computer.

System Map: Bottom View - Model A 1 - 23

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Bottom View - Model A

Figure 1 - 13

Bottom View

Model A

1. Battery

2. Component Bay

Cover

3. Vent/Fan Intake/

Outlet

4. Multi-in-1 Card

Reader

5. Speakers



CPU

The CPU is not a user
serviceable part.

2

1

4



Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent/Fan Intake
while the computer is in use.

55

3

3

1 - 24 System Map: Bottom View - Model B

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System Map: Bottom View - Model B

Figure 1 - 14

Bottom View

Model B

1. Battery

2. Component Bay

Cover

3. Vent/Fan Intake/

Outlet

4. Speakers



CPU

The CPU is not a user
serviceable part.

2

1

4



Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent/Fan Intake
while the computer is in use.

4

3

3

3

3

Windows 10 Start Menu 1 - 25

Quick Start Guide

1

Windows 10 Start Menu

Most of the apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 10 can be accessed from the Start
Menu by clicking the icon in the taskbar in the lower left corner of the screen (or by pressing the Windows
Logo Key on the keyboard).

Figure 1 - 15 - Windows Start Menu

Desktop

1 - 26 Windows 10 Start Menu

Quick Start Guide

1

Right-Clicking the Windows Logo In Start Menu

Right-click the Start Menu icon (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) to bring up an
advanced Context Menu of useful features such as Control Panel, Programs and Features, Power Options, Task
Manager, Search, File Explorer, Command Prompt, Device Manager and Network Connections etc.

Figure 1 - 16 - Right-Click Windows Logo in Start Menu

Right-Click Icon

Windows 10 Start Menu 1 - 27

Quick Start Guide

1

Start Menu Apps & Tiles

The Windows 10 Start Menu will contain a number of apps, and many more will be installed as you add more
applications etc. Not all of these apps can fit on the screen so may need click and drag the handles at the edge of
the screen to expand the menu in order to view all the apps (you can use the scroll bar to move up and down the
screen).

Figure 1 - 17 - Expanding the Start Menu

1 - 28 Windows 10 Start Menu

Quick Start Guide

1

Pining/Unpinning Apps & Programs to/from the Start Menu

To make things easy to find you can add and remove tiles for apps and programs to the Start Menu. Right-Click
on a program’s icon and select Pin to Start from the drop-down menu. To remove an app or program from the
Start Menu right-click the icon and select Unpin from Start. You can use the same method to pin apps/pro-
grams to/from the taskbar (select pin to taskbar/unpin this program from the taskbar).

Figure 1 - 18 - Pin to Start/Unpin from Start

Windows 10 Control Panel 1 - 29

Quick Start Guide

1

Windows 10 Control Panel

In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control
Panel can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 10.

Figure 1 - 19 - Windows 10 Control Panel Access

• Right-click the Start Menu icon

in the taskbar in the lower left
corner of the screen and select
Control Panel from the menu.

• Press the Windows logo key

on your keyboard and X to bring
up the context menu, and then
press P to bring up the Control
Panel.

• Type Control Panel into the
Search box in the taskbar and
click on the icon when it pops up.

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Settings

The Settings item in the Start Menu (and also as an App) gives you quick access to a number of system settings
control panels allowing you to adjust settings for System, Devices, Network & internet, Personalization, Ac­counts, Time & language, Ease of Access, Privacy and Update & security.

Figure 1 - 20 - Settings

Windows 10 Control Panel 1 - 31

Quick Start Guide

1

Windows 10 Taskbar

In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the task­bar. The notification area of the taskbar in the bottom right of the screen. Some of the Control Panels and appli-

cations referred to throughout the course of this manual can be accessed from here.

Figure 1 - 21 - Taskbar

You can pin/unpin apps to/from the taskbar in much the same way as you can to the Start screen (see “Pining/

Unpinning Apps & Programs to/from the Start Menu” on page 1 - 28).

Taskbar

Taskbar - Pinned Programs and Apps

Notification Area

1 - 32 Video Features

Quick Start Guide

1

Video Features

You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in Appearance
and Personalization). Click Adjust resolution to make changes to the appearance of the display and to detect

and configure any attached displays. In Windows 10 it is possible to quickly configure external displays from
the Project menu (

press the Windows logo key on your keyboard and the P key).

Microsoft Hybrid Graphics

Your computer will feature Microsoft Hybrid Graphics switchable graphics technology. This seamless tech­nology is designed to get best performance from the graphi cs system while allowing longer battery life, without
having to manually change settings. The computer’s operating system (and some applications) will automati-
cally switch between the integrated UMA (Unified Memory Architecture) GPU (iGPU) and the discrete GPU
(dGPU) when required by the applications in use. This switch is seamless to the user.

The basic video features for this computer can be configured using the Intel

® HD Graphics Control Panel.

Further video configuration is available through the NVIDA control panel (see the information on the following
pages and Appendix C).

Video Features 1 - 33

Quick Start Guide

1

To Configure Displays Using Project

Figure 1 - 22 - Project (Devices)

1. Attach your display to the appropriate port, and turn it on.

2. Press the + P key combination.

3. Click on any one of the options from the menu to select PC screen only,

Duplicate, Extend or Second screen only.

4. You can also click Connect to a wireless display at the bottom of the

Project screen and follow the steps to connect to any wireless enabled
display.



NVIDIA Video Driver Controls

More detailed video controls are provided by the NVIDIA Control Panel (for
more detailed information see Appendix C).

You can also access the control panel by right-clicking the desktop and select­ing NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 26 on page 1 - 37).

1 - 34 Video Features

Quick Start Guide

1

To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows:

1. Go to the Control Panel.

2. Click Display (icon) and Adjust Resolution - In the Appearance and Personalization category.

3. Make and changes required from the Display, Resolution, Orientation or Multiple display menus.

4. Click Apply to save the settings.

Figure 1 - 23 - Screen Resolution

2

1



Screen Resolution

1. Use the dropbox to select
the screen Resolution
(Figure 1 - 23).

2. Click Advanced settings

(Figure 1 - 23) to bring
up the Advanced properties
tabs.

3. Click Apply to save any
changes made.

1

2

Video Features 1 - 35

Quick Start Guide

1

Display Settings:

1. You can quickly adjust the display by right-clicking the desktop and selecting Display Settings (Figure 1 -

24).

2. Adjust the settings using the sliders in the menu or click Advanced display settings (Figure 1 - 24) to
change resolution.

3. Click Apply to save any changes made to resolution.

Figure 1 - 24 - Display Settings

1

2

2

1

1 - 36 Video Features

Quick Start Guide

1

To access the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel:

1. Click Advanced settings (Figure 1 - 23 on page 1 - 34) in the Screen Resolution control panel in Win­dows.

2. Click the Intel(R)... tab and click Graphics Properties (button) (below).

OR

3. Right-click the desktop and select Graphics Properties from the menu.

OR

4. Click the icon in the notification area of the Desktop taskbar and select Graphics Properties from the menu.

Figure 1 - 25 - Intel Graphics Control Panel

2

1

1

Video Features 1 - 37

Quick Start Guide

1

To access the NVIDIA Control Panel:

1. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 26).

OR

2. Double-click the icon (Figure 1 - 26) in the Windows control panel.

Figure 1 - 26 - NVIDIA Control Panel

1

2

2

1

1 - 38 Power Options

Quick Start Guide

1

Power Options

Power Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power button item in
Start Menu (or the context menu) may be used to Shut down or Restart (you can also add Hibernate/Sleep to
the menu - see page 1 - 39). To fully control all the power options (including Hibernate mode) go to the Power
Options control panel and configure the power button, sleep button and lid to perform the function selected.

Figure 1 - 27 - Shut Down/Restart

Using the Power Button

1. Go to the Start Menu.

2. Click the Power button .

3. Select the power state required
from the menu.

Power Options 1 - 39

Quick Start Guide

1

You can also use the context menu (right-click the Start Menu icon or press the Windows logo + X key
combination) to Sign out, Sleep, Hibernate, Shut down, and Restart.

Figure 1 - 28 - Context Menu Shut Down or sign out

Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key Combination
You can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination to bring up a full-screen displaying Lock, Sign out,
Change a password, Task Manager and Switch User. If you click the Power icon in the lower right corner of
the screen a power management option menu appears to display Sleep, Hibernate, Shut down, and Restart.



Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Men

1. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound)
control panel.

2. Click Choose what the power buttons do.

3. Click “Change settings that are currently
unavailable” .

4. Click to put a check in the Hibernate/Sleep box
under Shutdown settings.

5. Click Save Changes and close the control panel.

1 - 40 Power Options

Quick Start Guide

1

Minimum Screen Resolution Settings

1. Windows 10 has minimum screen resolution requirements.

2. Right-click a blank area of the Desktop and select Screen Resolution (or go to the Display control panel).

3. Adjust the Resolution to make sure that it is at least 1024 * 768, although preferably 1366 * 768 or above.

Figure 1 - 29 - Screen Resolution

Features & Components

Overview 2 - 1

2

Chapter 2: Features & Components

Overview

Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components
of the computer:

• Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive

• Optical (CD/DVD) Device

• Multi-In-1 Card Reader

• Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse

• Audio Features

Features & Components

2 - 2 Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive

2

Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive

The hard disk drive (or Solid State Drive) is used to store your data in the computer.
The hard disk can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard disk
drives with a height of 9.5mm/7mm. If you need to replace/remove the hard disk (or
Solid State Drive) please contact your distributor/supplier for further information.



Bottom Cover

Removal Warning

Do not remove any cov­er(s) and /or screw(s) for
the purposes of device
upgrade as this may vio­late the terms of your
warranty.

If you need to replace/
remove the hard disk/
RAM/optical device etc.,
for any reason, please
contact your distributor/
supplier for further infor­mation.

Figure 2 - 1

Hard Disk Location



Caddy Bay Devices

This computer series supports a caddy bay fo r the installation of a storage device. e.g.
HDD. Note that the device installed in the caddy bay is to be used for data storage only, and
will not support the installation of an OS (Operating System).

Features & Components

Optical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 3

2

Optical (CD/DVD) Device

There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual de­vice will depend on the module you purchased (see “Storage” on page D - 2). The
optical device is usually labeled “Drive D:” and may be used as a boot device if
properly set in the BIOS (see “Boot Menu” on page 5 - 14).

Loading Discs

To insert a CD/DVD, press the open button and carefully place a CD/DVD onto
the disc tray with label-side facing up (use just enough force for the disc to click onto
the tray’s spindle). Gently push the CD/DVD tray in until its lock “clicks” and you
are ready to start. The busy indicator will light up while data is being accessed,
or while an audio/video CD, or DVD, is playing. If power is unexpectedly interrupt­ed, insert an object such as a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole

to open the tray.



Sound Volume

Adjustment

How high the sound vol­ume can be set depends
on the setting of the vol­ume control within Win-
dows. Click the Volume
icon on the taskbar to
check the setting (see

“Audio Features” on
page 2 - 14).

Figure 2 - 2

Optical Device

123

1

2

3

Features & Components

2 - 4 Optical (CD/DVD) Device

2

Handling CDs or DVDs

Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please
follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/DVDs can be
accessed.

Note the following:

• Hold the CD or DVD by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disc.

• Use a clean, soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints.

• Do not write on the surface with a pen.

• Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disc.

• Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high-temperature areas.

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD.

• Do not bend the CD or DVD.

• Do not drop or subject the CD or DVD to shock.



CD Emergency Eject

If you need to manually
eject a CD (e.g. due to
an unexpected power
interruption) you may
push the end of a
straightened paper clip
into the emergency eject
hole. However please
do NOT use a sharp­ened pencil or similar
object that may break
and become lodged in
the hole.

Disk Eject Warning

Don’t try to remove a
CD/DVD while the sys­tem is accessing it. This
may cause the system
to “crash”.

Features & Components

Optical (CD/DVD) Device 2 - 5

2

DVD Regional Codes

To change the DVD regional codes:

1. Go to the Control Panel

2. Double-click Device Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click the + next to
DVD/CD-ROM drives.

3. Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog box, and
select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the control p anel to allow yo u to adjust the
regional code.



DVD Region Note

DVD region detection is
device dependent, not
OS-dependent. You can
select your module’s re­gion code 5 times. The
fifth selection is perma­nent. This cannot be al­tered even if you change
your operating system
or you use the module in
another computer.

Figure 2 - 3

DVD Region Codes

• Region 1 - USA & Canada

• Region 2 - Western Europe, Japan,

South Africa, Middle East & Egypt

• Region 3 - South-East Asia, T aiwan,

South Korea, The Philippines, Indo­nesia, Hong Kong

• Region 4 - South & Central Amer-

ica, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand

• Region 5 - N Korea, Russia, Eastern

Europe, India & Most of Africa

• Region 6 - China

Features & Components

2 - 6 Multi-In-1 Card Reader

2

Multi-In-1 Card Reader

The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the
card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be accessed in
the same way as your hard disk (s). Make sure you install the card reader driver (see

“Card Reader” on page 4 - 7.

Note: Some of these cards require PC adapters that are usually supplied with the
cards.



Card Reader Cover

Make sure you keep the
rubber cover provided in
the card reader when
not in use. This will help
prevent foreign objects
and/or dust getting in to
the card reader.

Figure 2 - 4

Front View

1. Card Reader

• MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RS MMC

• SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC

• MS (Memory Stick) / MS Pro / MS Duo

1

1

Model A

Model B

Features & Components

Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 7

2

Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse

The touchpad/clickpad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a
mouse to your computer through one of the USB ports. The touchpad/clickpad but­tons function in much the same way as a two-button mouse.

Touchpad/Clickpad Sensitivity

Note that the touchpad/clickpad has a defined valid operational area of sensitivity
indicated within the area of the illustration below (i.e. 4.4mm from the top and

4.9mm from the left/right sides of the Touchpad; the button area extends 17mm

from the bottom of the Touchpad).



Mouse Driver

If you are using an ex­ternal mouse your op­erating system may be
able to auto-configure
your mouse during its
installation or only en­able its basic functions.
Be sure to check the
device’s user docu­mentation for details.

Figure 2 - 5

Touchpad

Sensitivity

Features & Components

2 - 8 Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse

2

Once you have installed the Touchpad driver (see “Touchpad” on page 4 - 8) you
can configure the functions from the Mouse control panel in Windows, or by double­clicking the driver icon in the notification area of the taskbar in the Desktop app.
You may then configure the tapping, buttons, scrolling, pointer motion and sensitiv­ity options to your preferences. You will find further information at www.synap­tics.com.



Scrolling

This computer model se­ries may feature different
Touchpad versions.

These Touchpads may
differ in their vertical
scrolling function in most
scrollable windows.

Some Touchpads require
sliding the finger up and
down on the right of the
Touchpad to scroll the
window. Other versions
require tapping/holding
down the finger at the top
right or bottom right of the
Touchpad to scroll the
window.

Figure 2 - 6

Mouse Properties

Features & Components

Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 9

2

Gestures and Device Settings

The Synaptics Gestures Suite application allows you to use a specific gesture (ac­tion) on the surface of the pad to perform specific actions to manipulate documents,
objects and applications.

You can configure the settings from the Device Settings tab in Mouse Properties:

1. Click

Start

, and click

Control Panel

(or point to

Settings

and click

Control Panel

).

2. Click Mouse (Hardware and Sound).

3. Click Device Settings (tab) and click Settings.

4. Use the menu tree on the left to access the user configurable settings.



Show Video

You can get a clearer
view of the gestures in­volved by clicking the
Show Video option for
each gesture item.

Select the gesture (Pinch

Zoom, Rotating, Three
Fingers Down and
Three Finger Flick) in the
Device Settings > Set­tings left tree menu

and click the Show Video
button to see the demon­stration video.

For more details on any of
the gestures see the help
in the lower part of the
right menu window.

Figure 2 - 7

Mouse Properties -

Device Settings

Features & Components

2 - 10 Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse

2

Disabling the Touchpad/Clickpad

If you need to disable the pad for any reason (e.g. you may find that when using the
computer’s internal keyboard you accidentally trigger the pad when resting your
wrists or palms on it) you can do so by using Fn + F1 key combination.

You can also set the system to automatically disable the internal pad when an exter­nal USB point device (e.g. a USB mouse) is attached.

1. Go to the Mouse Properties control panel.

2. Click to select Device Settings (tab).

3. Click to place a check in the “Disable internal pointing device when external
USB pointing device is attached” check box.

4. Click OK to save the setting.

Figure 2 - 8

Mouse Properties

(Disable Pad)

Features & Components

Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 11

2

PalmCheck™

The PalmCheck™ feature (Device Settings > Settings > Pointing > Sensitivity)
helps prevent operating the Clickpad/Touchpad by accident, by recognizing when
your palm is resting on it or brushing its surface while you are typing.



PalmCheck™

In order to improve
Clickpad/Touchpad
scrolling responsive­ness when using one­finger scrolling, you can
adjust the PalmCheck™
slider towards “Mini­mum” as per your pref­erence.

However bear in mind
that adjusting the slider
too far towards “Mini­mum” can turn off Palm­Check™ altogether.

Figure 2 - 9

PalmCheck™ Slider

Features & Components

2 - 12 Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse

2

Scrolling

The Two-Finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows an d allows you
to scroll horizontally and vertically. Place two fingers, slightly separated, on the pad
surface and slide both fingers in the direction required (in a straight continuous mo­tion).

Zooming

The Pinch Zoom gesture can be used to perform the same function as a scroll wheel
in Windows applications that support CTRL + scroll wheel zoom functionality.
Place two fingers on the pad (for best results use the tips of the fingers) and slide
them apart to zoom in, or closer together to zoom out.

Figure 2 - 10

Scrolling Gesture



Mouse Driver

If you are using an ex­ternal mouse your op­erating system may be
able to auto-configure
your mouse during its
installation or only en­able its basic functions.
Be sure to check the
device’s user docu­mentation for details.

Figure 2 - 11

Zooming Gesture

Features & Components

Touchpad/Clickpad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 13

2

Rotating

Use the Pivot Rotate gesture to rotate objects (e.g. photos) in 90 degree increments.
Place a finger down on the left “target” zone and keep it stationary. Place another
finger near the middle of the pad and slide it in a circular motion around the station­ary finger (clockwise or counterclockwise) to rotate the object.

Three Finger-Flick/Three Fingers Down (Press)

The Three Finger-Flick gesture may be used to enhance navigation with a variety of
applications such as browsing the Internet or scrolling through a photo viewer. The
Three Fingers Down gesture may be used to launch user-selectable applications.

Figure 2 - 12

Rotating Gesture

Figure 2 - 13

Flick/Press

Gesture

Features & Components

2 - 14 Audio Features

2

Audio Features

You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control
panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the taskbar
notification area/control panel (right-click the taskbar notification area icon to
bring up an audio menu). The volume may also be adjusted by means of the volume
icon in the taskbar or the audio slider in the Settings menu (see sidebar).



Volume Adjustment

The sound volume level
can be clicking using the
volume control icon
in the notification area
of the taskbar.

Figure 2 - 14

Realtek Audio

Manager

Right-click the icon
to access the menu
above.

Features & Components

Audio Features 2 - 15

2

Setup for Audio Recording

To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instruc­tions below:

1. Go to the

Control Panel

.

2. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (Hardware and Sound), or right-click the
taskbar icon and select Sound Manager.

3. Click Microphone Effects (tab) in Microphone (tab), and th en click to select
Noise Suppression (button), or adjust th e Recording Volume level to around 60,
to obtain the optimum recording quality.

4. Click OK to close the control panel and save the settings.



Disabling Front Jack

Detection

It is recommended that

you do not disable front
panel jack detection in

Connector Settings .
Disabling front panel jack

detection may cause
your internal microphone
to become disabled, and
audio may continue to
play through the sys­tem’s internal speakers
even when headphones
are plugged-in to the
headphone jack (see
page 7 - 9).

Figure 2 - 15

Realtek Audio

Manager - Recording

Setup



Sound Blaster

Cinema 2 Audio

Note that you will need
to install the Sound
Blaster Cinema 2 audio
application in order to
get maximum audio
performance. See

“Sound Blaster Cinema
2” on page 6 - 13

.

Features & Components

2-16

2

Power Management

Overview 3 - 1

3

Chapter 3: Power Management

Overview

To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power man­agement conserves power by controlling individual components of the computer
(the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole system. This chapter covers:

• The Power Sources

• Turning On the Computer

• Power Plans

• Power-Saving States

• Configuring the Power Buttons

• Battery Information

The computer uses enhanced power saving techniques to give the operating system
(OS) direct control over the power and thermal states of devices and processors. For
example, this enables the OS to set devices into low-power states based on user set­tings and information from applications.



OS Note

Power management
functions will vary slight­ly depending on your
operating system. For
more information it is
best to refer to the user’s
manual of your operat­ing system.

(Note: All pictures used
on the following pages
are from the Windows

8.1 OS.)

Power Options

Power management in
Windows is configured
from Power Options
(Hardware and
Sound), which can be
accessed from the Con-
trol Panel.

Power Management

3 - 2 The Power Sources

3

The Power Sources

The computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack.

AC/DC Adapter

Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/
DC adapter will damage the computer and its components.

1. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-in jack on the left of the computer.

2. Plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and then conne ct the AC power co rd to the
AC/DC adapter.

3. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle.

4. Press the power button to turn “On”.

Battery

The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or when an
electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the applications and
the configuration you're using. To increase battery life, let the battery discharge
completely before recharging (see “Battery FAQ” on page 3 - 21).

We recommend that you do not remove the battery. For more information on the bat­tery, please refer to “Battery Information” on page 3 - 17.



Forced Off

If the system “hangs”,
and the Ctrl + Alt + Del
key combination doesn’t
work, press the power
button for 4 seconds, or
longer, to force the sys­tem to turn itself off.

Power Management

Turning On the Computer 3 - 3

3

Turning On the Computer

Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the pow­er button on the front panel.

When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Stand by/Hibernate/
Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and
holding the power button for longer than this will shut the computer down). Use
Power Options (Hardware and Sound) in the Windows control panel to configure
this feature.



Power Button as Stand by or Hibernate Button

You can use the OS’s “Power Options” control panel to set the power button to send the
system into Stand by or Hibernate mode (see your OS’s documentation, or “Configuring

the Power Buttons” on page 3 - 9 for details).

Power Management

3 - 4 Shutting the Computer Down

3

Shutting the Computer Down

Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut down
command as this will help prevent hard disk or system problems. Use the Power
item in the Start Menu and select Shut down.

You can also use the context menu (right-click the Start Menu

icon or press the

Windows logo + X key combination) to Sign out, Sleep, Hibernate, Shut
down, and Restart.

If you want to add Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu see “Adding Hibernate/

Sleep to the Power Menu” on page 3 - 10.

Figure 3 - 1

Shut Down/Restart

Power Management

Power Plans 3 - 5

3

Power Plans

The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans (Con­trol Panel > Power Options). You can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or

create a new one.
The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and

to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity.
Click Change plan settings and then click Change advanced power settings to ac-

cess further configuration options in Advanced Settings.



Resuming

Operation

See Table 3 - 1, on

page 3 - 11 for informa-

tion on how to resume
from a power-saving
state.

Password

It is recommended that
you enable a password
on system resume in or­der to protect your data.

Figure 3 - 2

Power Plan

Advanced Settings

Power Management

3 - 6 Power Plans

3

Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma­chine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing
any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power).

Choose High performance (you may need to click Show additional plans to view
the High performance plan) for maximum performance when the computer is pow­ered from an AC power source. Choose the Power saver (bear in mind that this
scheme may slow down the overall performance of the computer in order to save
power) for maximum power saving when the computer is battery (DC power) pow­ered.

Figure 3 - 3

Power Plans

Click to Show/Hide
additional
power plans

Power Management

Power-Saving States 3 - 7

3

Power-Saving States

You can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart where
you left off. Windows 10 uses the Sleep, Hibernate and Shut Down power-saving
states.

Sleep

In Sleep all of your work, settings and preferences are saved to memory before the
system sleeps. When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time,
which you specify in the operating system, it will enter Sleep to save power.

The PC wakes from Sleep within seconds and will return you to where you last left
off (what was on your desktop) without reopening the application(s) and file(s) you
last used.

If your mobile PC in Sleep is running on battery power the system will use only a
minimum amount of power. After an extended period the system will save all the
information to the hard disk and shut the computer down before the battery becomes
depleted.

To add Sleep to the Power Menu see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power

Menu” on page 3 - 10.



Wake On LAN

Support

Wake-On-LAN is only
supported from Sleep or

Hibernate states in
Windows.

If you require your com­puter to wake up from
network activity in Win­dows then make sure
that the computer is ei­ther in Sleep or Hiber-
nate.

Wake-On-LAN is not
supported from Shut­down states in Win-

dows.

Power Management

3 - 8 Power-Saving States

3

Hibernate

Hibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and saves
all of your information on a part of the hard disk before it turns the system off. If a
power failure occurs the system can restore your work from the hard disk; if a power
failure occurs when work is saved only to memory, then the work will be lost. Hi-
bernate will also return you to where you last left off within seconds. You should
put your mobile PC into Hibernate if you will not use the computer for a period of
time, and will not have the chance to charge the battery. To add Hibernate to the
Power Menu see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu” on page 3 - 10.

Shut down

You should Shut down the computer if you plan to install new hardware, plan to be
away from the computer for several days, or you do not need it to wake up and run
a scheduled task. Returning to full operation from Shut down takes longer than from
Sleep or Hibernate.

Figure 3 - 4

Power Button &

Start Menu Power

Power Management

Configuring the Power Buttons 3 - 9

3

Configuring the Power Buttons

The power/sleep button (Fn + F12 key combo) and closed lid may be set to send the
computer in to a power-saving state. Click Choose what the power buttons do on
the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu.



Password

Protection

It is recommended that
you enable a password
on wake up in order to
protect your data.

However you can dis­able this setting from the
Power Options menu
by clicking Require a

password on wakeup

in the left menu, and se­lecting the options (click

Change settings that
are currently unavail­able).

Figure 3 - 5

Power Options

Define Power

Buttons

Power Management

3 - 10 Configuring the Power Buttons

3

Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu

Add Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu as follows.

1. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel.

2. Click “Change settings that are currently unavailable” .

3. Click Choose what the power buttons do.

4. Click to put a check in the Hibernate/Sleep box under Shutdown settings.

5. Click Save Changes and close the control panel.

Figure 3 - 6

Power Options

Define Power

Buttons - Shutdown

Settings

Power Management

Configuring the Power Buttons 3 - 11

3

Resuming Operation

You can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button,
or in some cases pressing the sleep button (Fn + F12 key combo).

Power Status

Icon Color

T o Resume

Power Off Off Press the Power Button

Sleep Blinking Green

Press the Power Button

Press the Sleep Button (Fn + F12 Key

Combo)

Hibernate

Off (battery)

Press the Power Button

Orange (AC/DC adapter)

Display Turned Off Green Press a Key or Move the Mouse/Touchpad

Table 3 - 1

Resuming

Operation



Closing the Lid

If you have chosen to
send the computer to
Sleep when the lid is
closed, raising the lid
will wake the system up.



Power Button

When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Sleep/Hibernate/Shut Down
hot key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and holding the power
button for longer than this will force the computer to shut down).

Power Management

3 - 12 Configuring the Power Buttons

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Power Conservation Modes

This system supports Power Saving power management features that place comput­ers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a low-power sleep modes after a designated period
of inactivity. Adjust Power Conservation Modes from the Control Center:

1. Press the Fn + Esc key combination to toggle the Control Center on/off.

2. Click either the Performance, Balanced or Power Saving button.

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Power Conservation

Modes

The Power Saving set-
ting will result in maxi­mum power saving, but
with the possible loss of
some performance.

Setting the mode to Bal-
ance will give power
saving matched with
performance.

Performance will give
optimum computer per­formance but with less
power conservation.

Note that the Energy
Star setting will put the
display into sleep after
no more than 15 min­utes of user inactivity.

Figure 3 - 7

Control Center