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  • Page 3 Preface 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.

  • Page 4: Erp Off Mode Power Consumption Statement

    Preface R&TTE Directive This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Direc- tive 1999/5/EC. This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Lux- embourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slov- enia.
  • Page 5 Preface CE Marking This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has at- tained 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.

  • Page 6: Fcc Statement

    Preface FCC Statement (Federal Communications Commission) You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance 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.

  • Page 7: Fcc Rf Radiation Exposure Statement

    Preface FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions

    Preface 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: Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

  • Page 9: Instructions For Care And Operation

    Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions: Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged. Do not expose the computer Do not place it on an unstable Do not place anything heavy...
  • Page 10 Preface 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. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to save your work.

  • Page 11: Servicing

    Preface 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: •...

  • Page 12: Power Safety

    Preface 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 Power Safety Warning steady, uninterrupted power supply.

  • Page 13: Polymer/Lithium-Ion Battery Precautions

    Preface Polymer/Lithium-Ion Battery Precautions Note the following information which is specific to Polymer/Lithium-Ion batteries only, and where applicable, this overrides the general battery precaution information overleaf. • Polymer/Lithium-Ion 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.

  • Page 14: General Battery Precautions

    Preface 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.

  • Page 15: Cleaning

    Preface 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.

  • Page 16: Travel Considerations

    Preface Travel Considerations As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go: Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged. Power off the computer and peripherals. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.
  • Page 17 Preface Packing As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go: Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged. Power off the computer and peripherals. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched. Disconnect the AC/DC adapter and cables.
  • Page 18 Preface 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.
  • Page 19 Preface Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints.

  • Page 20: Lcd Screen Care

    Preface Lighting Proper lighting and a comfortable viewing angle can reduce eye strain and shoulder and neck muscle fatigue. • Position the display to avoid glare or reflections 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. •...

  • Page 21: Table Of Contents

    Preface 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/Lithium-Ion Battery Precautions ....................XI General Battery Precautions ........................XII Cleaning ..............................
  • Page 22 Preface LCD Panel Open ............................1-6 LED Indicators ............................1-7 Illuminated White LED Keyboard ......................1-8 Illuminated Color LED Keyboard ......................1-9 Keyboard Application Settings ........................1-10 Control Center ............................1-11 Keyboard Backlight LED ........................1-12 Flexikey® Application ..........................1-18 Flexikey® Application Features: ......................1-19 Keyboard Shortcuts ..........................1-20 Function Keys & Visual Indicators ......................1-21 Front &...
  • Page 23 Preface Video Features ............................1-37 Microsoft Hybrid Graphics ........................1-37 Power Options ............................1-43 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Overview ..............................2-1 Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive ......................2-2 Multi-in-1 Card Reader ..........................2-3 Audio Features ............................2-4 Setup for Audio Recording ........................2-5 Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse ........................2-6 Touchpad Sensitivity ..........................2-6 Mouse Properties Control Panel ........................2-7 Mouse &...
  • Page 24 Preface 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...
  • Page 25 Preface 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 ............................4-10 BIOS Utilities...
  • Page 26 Preface The Setup Utility ............................5-4 Entering Setup ............................5-4 Setup Screens .............................5-5 Main Menu ..............................5-6 SATA Port # (Main Menu) ........................5-6 OffBoard SATA/NVme Controller Configuration (Main Menu) .............5-7 System Time & Date (Main Menu) ......................5-7 ME FW Version/System/Extended Memory (Main Menu) ..............5-7 MB Series/BIOS Revision/KBC/EC firmware Revision/Mac Address (Main Menu) ......5-7 Advanced Menu ............................5-8 Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) ..................5-8...
  • Page 27 Preface Password on boot: (Security Menu) ......................5-13 Secure Boot Control (Security Menu) .....................5-14 TPM Configuration (Security Menu) ......................5-15 Boot Menu ...............................5-16 Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) ......................5-17 UEFI Boot (Boot Menu) ..........................5-17 Exit Menu ..............................5-18 Modules Overview ..............................6-1 Setting Up SATA Mode (Optane™ or AHCI) ..................6-2 AHCI Mode ...............................6-2 Intel®...
  • Page 28 Preface To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices ..............6-18 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ......................6-19 IRST Driver Installation ..........................6-19 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for Optane Systems ................6-20 Enabling Intel® Optane™ ........................6-21 Disabling Intel® Optane™ ........................6-24 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 ..........................6-26 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Installation .......................6-26 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Application ......................6-27 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 SBX Pro Studio ....................6-33...
  • Page 29 Preface 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 Resolving the “Can’t connect to this network” issue with the 3G/4G Module ........7-16 Intel®...
  • Page 30 Preface USB 2.0/1.1 Port ............................A-4 USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type A) Port ....................A-4 USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type C) Port ....................A-4 USB 3.1 (USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type A & Type C) Port (Factory Option) ............................A-4 Control Center &...
  • Page 31 Preface TouchPad/Camera (Device) ........................B-7 Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/ Number Lock/Airplane Mode ................B-7 Left Windows Key (Gaming) ........................B-7 Flexikey® (Gaming) ..........................B-7 Memory Overclocking Support ........................B-8 Memory Overclocking ..........................B-10 Flexikey® Application ...........................B-11 Language Interface ..........................B-12 Keyboard Settings - Express Key ......................B-16 Enabling Time Record ..........................B-18 Keyboard Settings - Launch App ......................B-20 Keyboard Settings - Express Text ......................B-22 Keyboard Settings - Disable ........................B-24...
  • Page 32 Preface Video Driver Controls Video Driver Installation ..........................C-1 Video (VGA) ............................C-1 NVIDIA Video (VGA) ..........................C-1 Microsoft Hybrid Graphics ........................C-2 Configure Other Displays Using Project ....................C-5 Configuring an External Display In Windows ..................C-6 HDMI Audio Configuration ........................C-10 Wireless Display .............................C-13 Wireless Display Configuration ......................C-14 NVIDIA Control Panel ...........................C-16 Customization Options ...........................C-20 Change Resolution ..........................C-24...
  • Page 33 Preface Attaching Other Displays ........................C-50 Specifications Core Logic ..............................D-2 Display ..............................D-2 Memory ..............................D-2 Storage ..............................D-2 BIOS .................................D-2 Audio ................................D-2 Keyboard & Pointing Device ........................D-2 Indicators ..............................D-2 Interface ..............................D-2 Card Reader ..............................D-3 Slots ................................D-3 Communication ............................D-3 Operating System ............................D-3 Features (Depends on Model Type) ......................D-3 Security ..............................D-3 Power Management ..........................D-4 Power ................................D-4...
  • Page 34 Preface XXXII...

  • Page 35: Quick Start Guide Overview

    Quick Start Guide 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: •...

  • Page 36: Advanced Users

    Quick Start Guide 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 “Drivers & Utilities” on page 4 - 1 “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 in the User’s Manual.

  • Page 37: Not Included

    Quick Start Guide Not Included Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 10) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database pro- grams) 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 appropriate drivers.

  • Page 38: System Software

    Quick Start Guide 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.

  • Page 39: System Startup

    Quick Start Guide System Startup 1. Remove all packing materials, and place the computer on a stable surface, and securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports. 2. 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 (make sure you use the adapter when first setting up the computer, as to safeguard the computer during shipping, the battery will be locked to not power the system until first connected to the AC/ DC adapter).

  • Page 40: Lcd Panel Open

    Quick Start Guide LCD Panel Open Figure 1 - 2 LCD Panel Open  1. Built-In PC Camera Wireless Device 2. PC Camera LED Operation Aboard 3. Built-In Array Aircraft Microphone 4. LCD The use of any portable elec- 5. Power Button tronic transmission devices...

  • Page 41: Led Indicators

    Quick Start Guide LED Indicators The LED indicators at the front of the computer display helpful information about the current status of the sys- tem. Icon Color Description Orange AC/DC Power is Plugged In Green The Computer is On Blinking Green The Computer is in Sleep Mode Orange The Battery is Charging...

  • Page 42: Illuminated White Led Keyboard

    Quick Start Guide Illuminated White LED Keyboard  The illuminated white LED keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy Other Keyboards numeric data input, and features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly. See Table 1 - 5, on page 1 - 21 for full function key combination If your keyboard is dam- aged or you just want to...

  • Page 43: Illuminated Color Led Keyboard

    Quick Start Guide Illuminated Color LED Keyboard  The illuminated colored LED keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for Other Keyboards easy numeric data input, and features function keys to allow you to change operation- al features instantly. See Table 1 - 5, on page 1 - 21 for full function key combination If your keyboard is dam- aged or you just want to...

  • Page 44: Keyboard Application Settings

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard Application Settings (Illuminated Keyboard Option) If your computer includes an illuminated keyboard (factory option), you will need to install the keyboard Con- trol Center application driver and you can then select the type of keyboard as appropriate for your model’s con- figuration (you can only select keyboards supported by your system).

  • Page 45: Control Center

    Quick Start Guide 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...

  • Page 46: Keyboard Backlight Led

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard Backlight LED (For Illuminated Colored Keyboards Only) Press Fn plus the key to toggle the keyboard LED on/off. The keyboard LED may be configured using the Fn + key combination outlined in the table below. In addition press Fn plus the key to launch the keyboard backlight application to configure the settings (see overleaf).
  • Page 47 Quick Start Guide Keyboard Backlight Application (for Illuminated Colored Keyboards) The Keyboard Backlight application can be accessed by pressing the Fn plus key (or by clicking the Flexikey button in the Gaming section of the Control Center, and then clicking the Backlight tab). Help Butt Effects Buttons Keyboard Sections...
  • Page 48 Quick Start Guide Brightness Click on any of the numbers (0 - 3) on the brightness bar to set the brightness level of the keyboard backlight. Color Swatch The color swatch in the top right of the screen allows you to select a range of colors for your keyboard backlight by clicking on the color required.
  • Page 49 Quick Start Guide Modes The buttons surrounding the swatch allow you to alter the effects of the keyboard backlight. Click on any of the buttons to view the effects on the keyboard. Click Save when exiting the application to retain the setting. Mode Buttons Random Color Wave Up/Down...
  • Page 50 Quick Start Guide Preview The bottom left section of the application allows you to preview setting changes made to colors on the keyboard. Keyboard LED Sections The bottom right section of the application allows you to select partial areas, or all, of the keyboard on which to apply the color changes and effects.
  • Page 51 Quick Start Guide Sets The application allows you to save up to 3 sets of color and effect combinations. Click Save when exiting the application to retain the settings. Figure 1 - 10 - Sets Save & Exit Click Exit to quit the application without saving, or Save to exit and retain the settings. Figure 1 - 11 - Save &...

  • Page 52: Flexikey® Application

    Quick Start Guide 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.

  • Page 53: Flexikey® Application Features

    Quick Start Guide Flexikey® Application Features: For full details see “Flexikey® Application” on page B - • 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.

  • Page 54: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard Shortcuts  The following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navi- gation/operation in Windows 10. Windows Logo Keyboard Shortcut Windows Logo Description Use the Windows logo Key + + D key com- bination to switch be- Tap Winkey Toggle the Start menu tween the Start screen...

  • Page 55: Function Keys & Visual Indicators

    Quick Start Guide Function Keys & Visual Indicators The function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down. Keys Function/Visual Indicators Keys Function/Visual Indicators Fan Control Toggle Fn + Automatic / Full Control Center Toggle (see over) Fn +...

  • Page 56: Front & Rear Views

    Quick Start Guide Front & Rear Views Figure 1 - 13 Front & Rear Views 1. LED Power Indica- tors 2. Vent/Fan Intake  Overheating To prevent your comput- from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan in- take(s) while the comput- er is in use.

  • Page 57: Right Views

    Quick Start Guide Right Views Figure 1 - 14 Right Views 1. Headphone Jack 2. Microphone Jack 3. 1 * USB 2.0 Port 4. 1 * Type-A USB 3.0  Port (USB 3.1 Gen1) 5. Vent/Fan Intake USB 3.0 (USB 3.1, Gen1) Type A OR C Ports OR USB 2.0 Port 6.

  • Page 58: Left Views

    Quick Start Guide Left Views Figure 1 - 15 Left Views DC-In Jack 2. RJ-45 LAN Jack 3. Mini DisplayPort 1.2 4. Mini DisplayPort 1.3 5. HDMI-Out Port  6. 1 * Type-C USB 3.0 Port (USB 3.1 Gen1) Multi-in-1 Card Reader 7.
  • Page 59 Quick Start Guide  Mini Display Ports / HDMI Port All external and internal displays (up to 4 active displays) can be configured from Windows by using the Display (page 6) or System (in Settings - page 8) control panels, or the + P (or Fn + F7 - page 5) key combination.

  • Page 60: 1 - 26 3G/4G Module Usim Card Installation

    Quick Start Guide 3G/4G Module USIM Card Installation  Follow the instructions below to install the USIM card (which will be supplied by Power Safety your service provider) which requires the removal of the battery first. Warning Before you undertake any 1.
  • Page 61 Quick Start Guide 3G/4G Module USIM Card Installation  Insert the USIM card as illustrated below (pay careful attention to the orientation USIM Card of the card as the gold contact side of the card should face downwards) until it clicks Orientation fully into position.
  • Page 62 Quick Start Guide Battery Insertion 1. Orientate the battery as illustrated below and align it with the edges of the battery compartment. 2. Push the battery in the direction of the arrow to insert it into the compartment (it should click into place). 3.

  • Page 63: Bottom View

    Quick Start Guide Bottom View Figure 1 - 20 Bottom View  1. Battery 2. Fan Outlet/Intake Overheating 3. Speakers To prevent your comput- from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan in- take(s) while the com- puter is in use. ...

  • Page 64: Windows 10 Start Menu

    Quick Start Guide 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).

  • Page 65: Right-Clicking The Windows Logo In Start Menu

    Quick Start Guide 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.

  • Page 66: Start Menu Apps & Tiles

    Quick Start Guide 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).
  • Page 67 Quick Start Guide 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.

  • Page 68: Windows 10 Control Panel

    Quick Start Guide 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. • Right-click the Start Menu icon in the taskbar in the lower left corner of the screen and select Control Panel from the menu.

  • Page 69: Settings

    Quick Start Guide 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, Ac- counts, Time &...

  • Page 70: Windows 10 Taskbar

    Quick Start Guide Windows 10 Taskbar In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the task- bar. 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.

  • Page 71: Video Features

    Quick Start Guide 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).
  • Page 72 Quick Start Guide To Configure Displays using Project 1. Attach your display to the  appropriate port, and turn it on. Configuring External Displays 2. Press the + P (or Fn + F7) key combination. All external and internal displays (up to 4 active displays) 3.
  • Page 73 Quick Start Guide To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows: Go to the Control Panel. Click Display (icon) - In the Appearance and Personalization category. Make and changes required from the Display, Resolution, Orientation or Multiple display menus. Click Apply to save the settings.
  • Page 74 Quick Start Guide To access the Display Settings: You can quickly adjust the display by right-clicking the desktop and selecting Display Settings (Figure 1 - 30). Adjust the settings using the sliders in the menu or click Advanced display settings (Figure 1 - 30) to change resolution.
  • Page 75 Quick Start Guide To access the NVIDIA Control Panel: Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 31). Double-click the icon (Figure 1 - 31) in the Windows control panel. Figure 1 - 31 - NVIDIA Control Panel Video Features 1 - 41...
  • Page 76 Quick Start Guide To access the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel: Right-click the desktop and select Intel(R) Graphics Settings from the menu. Click the icon in the notification area of the Desktop taskbar and select Intel(R) Graphics Settings from the menu.

  • Page 77: Power Options

    Quick Start Guide 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 44).
  • Page 78 Quick Start Guide 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.  Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Men Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel.
  • Page 79 Quick Start Guide Minimum Screen Resolution Settings Windows 10 has minimum screen resolution requirements. Right-click a blank area of the Desktop and select Screen Resolution (or go to the Display control panel). Adjust the Resolution to make sure that it is at least 1024 * 768, although preferably 1366 * 768 or above. Figure 1 - 35 - Screen Resolution Power Options 1 - 45...
  • Page 80 Quick Start Guide 1 - 46...

  • Page 81: Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Overview

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer: • Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive • Multi-in-1 Card Reader • Audio Features •...

  • Page 82: Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive  The hard disk drive (HDD) and/or solid state drive (SSD) is used to store your data Bottom Cover in the computer. The hard disk can be taken out to accommodate other serial (SATA) Removal Warning hard disk drives (see “Storage”...

  • Page 83: Multi-In-1 Card Reader

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Multi-in-1 Card Reader  The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the Push-Push Card card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be accessed in Reader the same way as your hard disk (s).

  • Page 84: Audio Features

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Audio Features  You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control Volume Adjustment panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the taskbar The sound volume level notification area/control panel (right-click the taskbar notification area icon can be clicking using the bring up an audio menu).

  • Page 85: Setup For Audio Recording

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Setup for Audio Recording  To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instruc- tions below: Device Advanced Settings Go to the Control Panel. For the purposes of re- Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (Hardware and Sound), or right-click the cording it is recommend- taskbar icon and select Sound Manager.

  • Page 86: Touchpad And Buttons/Mouse

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse  The Touchpad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a mouse to Touchpad Cleaning your computer through one of the USB ports. The Touchpad buttons function in In order to improve pad much the same way as a two-button mouse.

  • Page 87: Mouse Properties Control Panel

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Mouse Properties Control Panel  You can configure the functions from the Mouse control panel in Windows as fol- Disabling the lows. Touchpad Right-click the Start Menu icon. If you need to disable Select Control Panel. the Touchpad for any Click Mouse (Hardware and Sound >...
  • Page 88 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Figure 2 - 5 Mouse Properties Control Panels 2 - 8 Mouse Properties Control Panel...

  • Page 89: Mouse & Touchpad Devices

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Mouse & Touchpad Devices You can also configure the functions from the Mouse & touchpad control panel in Devices in the Settings control panel as follows. Click the Settings item in the Start Menu (this is also as an App or All Settings in the Action Center).
  • Page 90 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Touchpad Settings You can disable the Touchpad by clicking the Touchpad button to turn it off. You can set the system to automatically disable the internal Touchpad when an ex- ternal USB point device (e.g a USB mouse) is attached. Click “Leave touchpad on when a mouse is connected”...
  • Page 91 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Touchapd Taps Make sure “Allow taps on the touchpad” is on if you want to use the tap feature. The Delay feature helps prevent recognizing taps on the pad by accident, by recog- nizing when your palm is resting on it or brushing its surface while you are typing. Use the drop-down menu to either turn of any delay, or to adjust the delay to your preference.
  • Page 92 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio You to use a specific gesture or taps on the surface of the pad to perform specific actions to manipulate documents, objects and applications, and these may be en- abled or disabled by clicking on the appropriate button. Figure 2 - 9 Mouse &...
  • Page 93 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio The two-finger tap acts as a right-click mouse action and can bring up context menus etc. The two-finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows and allows you to scroll horizontally and vertically. Place two fingers, slightly separated, on the Touchpad surface and slide both fingers in the direction required (in a straight con- tinuous motion).
  • Page 94 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio The three and four-finger taps may be configured may be used to trigger Cortana Search or the Action Center. Figure 2 - 12 Mouse & Touchpad Select Actions The three finger-drags & slides gesture may be used to enhance navigation with a variety of applications such as browsing the Internet or scrolling through a photo viewer.
  • Page 95 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio The following is an overview of the main gestures you can use with your Touchpad. Figure 2 - 14 Touchpad Gestures Mouse & Touchpad Devices 2 - 15...
  • Page 96 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio 2 - 16...

  • Page 97: Power Management Overview

    Power Management Chapter 3: Power Management  OS Note Overview Power management To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power man- functions will vary slight- agement conserves power by controlling individual components of the computer ly depending on your (the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole system.

  • Page 98: The Power Sources

    Power Management The Power Sources  The computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack. Forced Off AC/DC Adapter If the system “hangs”, Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/ and the Ctrl + Alt + Del key combination doesn’t DC adapter will damage the computer and its components.

  • Page 99: Turning On The Computer

    Power Management Turning On the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the pow- er 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).

  • Page 100: Shutting The Computer Down

    Power Management 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...

  • Page 101: Power Plans

    Power Management Power Plans  The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans (Con- Resuming trol Panel > Power Options). You can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or Operation create a new one. Table 3 - 1, on The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and page 3 - 11...
  • Page 102 Power Management Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma- chine 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 pow- ered from an AC power source.

  • Page 103: Power-Saving States

    Power Management Power-Saving States  You can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart where Wake On LAN you left off. Windows 10 uses the Sleep, Hibernate and Shut Down power-saving Support states. Wake-On-LAN is only supported from Sleep or Sleep Hibernate states...

  • Page 104: Hibernate

    Power Management 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.

  • Page 105: Configuring The Power Buttons

    Power Management Configuring the Power Buttons  The power/sleep button (Fn + F12 key combo) and closed lid may be set to send the Password computer in to a power-saving state. Click Choose what the power buttons do on Protection the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu.
  • Page 106 Power Management Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu Add Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu as follows. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel. Click “Change settings that are currently unavailable” Click Choose what the power buttons do. Click to put a check in the Hibernate/Sleep box under Shutdown settings.

  • Page 107: Resuming Operation

    Power Management 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 To Resume Table 3 - 1 Power Off Press the Power Button Resuming Press the Power Button...

  • Page 108: Power Conservation Modes

    Power Management Power Conservation Modes  This system supports Power Saving power management features that place comput- ers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a low-power sleep modes after a designated period Power Conservation of inactivity. Adjust Power Conservation Modes from the Control Center: Modes The Power Saving set- Press the Fn + Esc key combination to toggle the Control Center on/off.
  • Page 109 Power Management Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key Combination You can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination from almost any of the Win- dows 10 interfaces/Apps to bring up a full-screen displaying Lock, Switch User, Sign out, Change a password and Task Manager options. If you click the Power icon in the lower right corner of the screen a power management option menu ap- pears to display Sleep, Shut down, and Restart.

  • Page 110: Settings Menu Power Controls

    Power Management Settings Menu Power Controls The Settings item in the Start Menu (and also as an App) gives you access to a num- ber of power settings control panels which enable you to quickly adjust power op- tions. Click System to access the menu including the power option settings. Figure 3 - 9 Settings 3 - 14 Settings Menu Power Controls...
  • Page 111 Power Management Battery Saver Battery Saver will display the battery level, and by clicking Battery Use you can see the current state of battery usage by application etc. Click Battery saver settings to adjust the battery saver level. Figure 3 - 10 Settings >...
  • Page 112 Power Management Power & Sleep Power & sleep gives you quick access to Screen and Sleep settings. Click Addi- tional power settings to go to the main power options control panel. Figure 3 - 11 Settings > Power & Sleep 3 - 16 Settings Menu Power Controls...

  • Page 113: Battery Information

    Power Management Battery Information  Follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Low Battery Battery Power Warning Your computer’s battery power is dependent upon many factors, including the pro- When the battery is criti- grams you are running, and peripheral devices attached.

  • Page 114: Conserving Battery Power

    Power Management Conserving Battery Power  • Use a power plan that conserves power (e.g Power saver), however note that this may have an affect on computer performance. Windows Mobility Center • Lower the brightness level of the LCD display. The system will decrease LCD brightness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC/DC adapter.

  • Page 115: Battery Life

    Power Management Battery Life  Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the life and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the battery at least Battery Removal once every 30 days. Note that the built-in battery is not user re- We should not remove the built-in battery yourself (see sidebar).

  • Page 116: Proper Handling Of The Battery Pack

    Power Management Proper handling of the Battery Pack  • DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances Caution • DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode • DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly re- placed.

  • Page 117: Battery Faq

    Power Management Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery? Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery. Don’t turn off the computer even if a message indicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own.
  • Page 118 Power Management Click Change plan settings (after creating it) and click Change plan settings > Change advanced power settings. Figure 3 - 15 Change Plan Settings / Change Advanced Power Settings 3 - 22 Battery Information...
  • Page 119 Power Management Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the battery options. Choose the options below (click Yes if a warning appears): Figure 3 - 16 Power Options Advanced Settings - Battery • Low battery levels = 0% •...
  • Page 120 Power Management How do I fully charge the battery? When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from orange to green. How do I maintain the battery? Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges.

  • Page 121: Drivers & Utilities

    Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities  This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or Driver Installation & improvement of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system takes advantage of Power some newer hardware components for which the latest versions of most available op- When installing driv- erating systems haven’t built in drivers and utilities.

  • Page 122: Driver Installation

    Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive. Click the message “Tap to choose what happens with this disc.” Click Run autorun.exe. Click Install Drivers (button), or Option Drivers (button) to access the Optional driver menu. Figure 4 - 1 - Drivers Installer Screen 1 4 - 2 Driver Installation...
  • Page 123 Drivers & Utilities Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 (the drivers must be installed in this order) which is the same as that listed in the Drivers Installer menu below. Click to select the driver you wish to install, (you should note down the drivers as you install them). Follow the instructions for each individual driver installation procedure as listed on the following pages.
  • Page 124 Drivers & Utilities Win 10 (64-bit) Driver Page # Win 10 (64-bit) - Optional Items Page # Chipset Page 4 - 7 Wireless LAN Module Page 6 - 10 Video (VGA) Page 4 - 7 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module Page 6 - 14 Intel®...

  • Page 125: Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers

    Drivers & Utilities Manual Driver Installation Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers Click Browse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Install- If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it er application and browse to the executable file in the may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To do appropriate driver folder.

  • Page 126: User Account Control

    Drivers & Utilities User Account Control  If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of the driver installation procedure, click Continue or Driver Installation General Guidelines Allow, and follow the installation procedure as direct- The driver installation procedure outlined in this Chapter (and in Chapter 7 Options &...

  • Page 127: Driver Installation Procedure

    Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Procedure 5. After all the drivers have been installed (an internet connection is required) run the Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc and click Install Drivers (button). NVIDIA GeForce Experience by clicking the desktop icon (or App).

  • Page 128: Touchpad

    Drivers & Utilities Touchpad MEI Driver 1. Click 6.Install Touchpad Driver > Yes. 1. Click 9.Install MEI Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next. 2. Click Next. 3. Click the button to accept the license, and then 3. Click the check box to accept the license and click Next.
  • Page 129 Drivers & Utilities It is recommended that you install the Sound Blaster  Audio application (see “Sound Blaster Cinema 3” on page 6 - 26) and Intel Rapid Storage Technology Windows Update driver (see “Intel® Rapid Storage Technology” on After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win- page 6 - 19 - required for AHCI mode).

  • Page 130: Optional Drivers

    Drivers & Utilities Optional Drivers See the pages indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 for the driver installation procedures for any modules in- cluded in your purchase option. Models A & B Figure 4 - 3 - Optional Drivers Installer Screen Note that you need to install both the WLAN &...

  • Page 131: Bios Utilities Overview

    BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities  BIOS Screens Overview Note that BIOS This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: screens pictured these pages are intend- Diagnostics: The POST (Power-On Self Test) ed for guidance in set- ting up your system’s BIOS.

  • Page 132: The Power-On Self Test (Post)

    BIOS Utilities The Power-On Self Test (POST)  If you enable the Boot-time Diagnostic Screen in the Setup Utility, each time you BIOS Settings turn on the computer the system takes a few seconds to conduct a POST, including Warning a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory).

  • Page 133: Failing The Post

    BIOS Utilities Failing the POST Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non- fatal”. Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized distributor/supplier as soon as possible.

  • Page 134: The Setup Utility

    BIOS Utilities The Setup Utility  The Aptio Setup Utility tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic BIOS Settings features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration). Warning Entering Setup Incorrect settings can cause your system to To enter Setup, turn on the computer and press F2 (give the system a few seconds malfunction.

  • Page 135: Setup Screens

    BIOS Utilities Setup Screens  The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with menu headings. When you select a heading, a Setup Menus new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed on each screen to make chang- Setup menus es to Setup.

  • Page 136: Main Menu

    BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 - 2 Main Menu SATA Port # (Main Menu) Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a optical Device/ HDD on the computer’s SATA Ports. 5 - 6 Main Menu...

  • Page 137: Offboard Sata/Nvme Controller Configuration (Main Menu)

    BIOS Utilities OffBoard SATA/NVme Controller Configuration (Main Menu) Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of any devices on the off board SATA/NVme Controller if applicable. System Time & Date (Main Menu) The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system, you will also change these settings.

  • Page 138: Advanced Menu

    BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 Advanced Menu Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) The sub-menu here allows you to enable/disable GPU Performance Scaling, Flex- iCharger (see page 9), VT-d and Fast Boot. GPU Performance Scaling (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) You can enable/disable NVIDIA GPU Performance scaling from this menu.

  • Page 139: Flexicharger (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)

    BIOS Utilities FlexiCharger (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)  The sub-menu here allows you to enable/disable the FlexiCharger. The FlexiCharg- er may be set to automatically start charging your battery when the battery reaches FlexiCharger a certain capacity level (e.g. you could start the battery charge level at 40%). Warning See the sidebar warning for information on running the FlexiCharger for an ex- If you leave the FlexiCh-...

  • Page 140: Overclocking Performance Menu (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Overclocking Performance Menu (Advanced Menu)  (This menu will only appear for systems with CPUs supporting overclocking) This menu allows you to adjust settings for memory performance. The Memory Overclocking Issues menu offers a default profile for use, or you can use a Custom Profile and adjust in- If you get any errors due dividual parameters to your choice.

  • Page 141: Sata Mode (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities SATA Mode (Advanced Menu)  The SATA (Serial ATA) control is configured to operate in AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) mode or in Intel RST Premium (for Intel Optane ) mode. ™ Intel® ® ™ Optane The SATA Mode should be set BEFORE installing an operating system, and after Intel®...

  • Page 142: Security Menu

    BIOS Utilities Security Menu  Security Menu The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself, and also access to your machine as it boots up after you turn it on. These settings do not affect your machine or network passwords which will be set in your...

  • Page 143: Set User Password (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Note: To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password, then  press Enter for the new password (without typing any password entry) and Enter again to confirm the password clearance. Password Warning Note: You can only set the user password after you have set the supervisor pass- If you set a boot pass- word.

  • Page 144: Secure Boot Control (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Secure Boot Control (Security Menu) Secure Boot Control prevents unauthorized operating systems and software from loading during the startup process. Secure Boot is available as a menu option if you have enabled UEFI Boot (see “Boot Menu” on page 5 - 16).

  • Page 145: Tpm Configuration (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities TPM Configuration (Security Menu) This sub-menu will allow you to enable/disable Trusted Platform Module (TPM) support, and to configure the TPM State. Select TPM Configuration and press En- ter to access the sub-menu. Press Enter to access the Security Device Support menu and select Enable to support TPM.

  • Page 146: Boot Menu

    BIOS Utilities Boot Menu Figure 5 - 9 Boot Menu  BIOS Screens Note that BIOS screens pictured these pages are intend- ed for guidance in set- ting up your system’s BIOS. BIOS versions are sub- ject to constant change and revision, therefore your computer’s actual When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system (e.g.

  • Page 147: Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) Press Enter to select the Boot Option # and use the arrow keys to select any device in order to move its boot priority up and down the list (the selected device will be highlighted in white).

  • Page 148: Exit Menu

    BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 10 Exit Menu Click Save Changes and Reset to save all changes made. Choosing to Discard Changes, or Exit Discarding Changes, will wipe out any changes you have made to the Setup. You can also choose to restore the original Setup defaults that will re- turn the Setup to its original state, and erase any previous changes you have made in a previous session.

  • Page 149: Modules Overview

    Modules Chapter 6: Modules Overview This chapter contains the information on the various modules (some of which are optional) which may come with your computer, depending on the configuration purchased. If you are unsure please contact your service representative. The chapter includes information on the following: •...

  • Page 150: Setting Up Sata Mode (Optane™ Or Ahci)

    Modules Setting Up SATA Mode (Optane™ or AHCI)  AHCI Mode SATA Mode Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows Selection the storage driver to enable advanced serial ATA features such as Native Command The SATA mode selec- Queuing (for maximum hard disk efficiency and performance).

  • Page 151: Intel® Optane™ Setup Procedure

    Modules Intel® Optane™ Setup Procedure After initial setup make sure you install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver - see “IRST Driver Installation” on page 6 - 19). See also “Clearing Intel® Optane™” on page 6 - 7 (however backup up any neces- sary files and data before deleting an Optane setup, as doing so will result in the loss of all data on the volumes).
  • Page 152 Modules Select SATA Mode (see page 11), press <Enter> and select “Intel RST Premium”. Figure 6 - 1 SATA Mode Selection (BIOS) Press <F4> and <Yes> to “Save Changes and Reset”. As the computer restarts press <F2> to enter the BIOS again. 10.
  • Page 153 Modules 13. Press <F4> and <Yes> to “Save Changes and Reset”, however ensure that the  condition in the bulleted point below is met before doing so. • Make sure the Windows 10 OS DVD is in the attached DVD drive, as the com- Creating a Windows Partition for Optane puter starts up it will automatically boot from the Windows 10 OS DVD (you...
  • Page 154 Modules 25. After installing the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application you can access Device Manager (right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager). 26. Click Disk drives to check the Optane drive. Figure 6 - 3 Device Manager (Disk drives) 6 - 6 Setting Up SATA Mode (Optane™...

  • Page 155: Clearing Intel® Optane

    Modules Intel® Optane™ Clearing If you wish to clear an existing Intel® Optane™ setup then follow the procedure be- low to do so. However backup up any necessary files and data before clearing an Intel® Optane™ setup, as doing so will result in the loss of all data on the volumes. Make sure that Intel®...
  • Page 156 Modules Select “Deconcatentate” and press <Enter>. Figure 6 - 5 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology (Deconcatentate) Select Yes from the “Are you sure you want to perform deconcatentation” option. 6 - 8 Setting Up SATA Mode (Optane™ or AHCI)
  • Page 157 Modules Select “Start deconcatentation” and press <Enter>. Figure 6 - 6 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology (Start Deconcatentation) The system will return to the standard Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology menu when complete (see Figure 6 - 2 on page 6 - You should then select the appropriate SATA Mode for your system and reinstall the OS.

  • Page 158: Wireless Lan Module

    Modules Wireless LAN Module  If you have included an Intel® Wireless LAN & Bluetooth Combo module is on Wireless Device (i.e. the system is not in Airplane Mode) before installing the driver. Operation Aboard Aircraft Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - The use of any portable Note that you need to install both the WLAN &...

  • Page 159: Wlan Configuration In Windows 10

    Modules WLAN Configuration in Windows 10 You can configure a wireless connection using one of the following options, how- ever make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on (and not in Airplane Mode) before configuration begins. Click the Wireless icon in the notification area of the taskbar.
  • Page 160 Modules Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next. You can choose to share or connect to devices or not. When you are connected to the network access point it will display Connected status Select any connected network and click Disconnect to disconnect from a connected access point.
  • Page 161 Modules You can click the Airplane Mode button to turn the mode On or Off. 10. You need to either use Airplane Mode, or to turn the WLAN module off aboard aircraft. 11. If you click on Network Settings to bring up Network & Internet for a more comprehensive list of network and internet settings including Wi-Fi (can be turned on/off), Airplane mode (Airplane mode and Wireless devices can be turned on/off) VPN, Dial-up, Ethernet and Proxy.

  • Page 162: Bluetooth & Wlan Combo Module

    Modules Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module  If you have included an Intel® Wireless LAN & Bluetooth Combo module is on Wireless Device (i.e. the system is not in Airplane Mode) before installing the driver. Operation Aboard Aircraft Make sure that the module is on (i.e. the system is not in Airplane Mode) before in- The use of any portable stalling the driver.

  • Page 163: Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation

    Modules Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation 1. Make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode, and then insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 2.Install Combo BT Driver > Yes. 4.

  • Page 164: Bluetooth Configuration In Windows

    Modules Bluetooth Configuration in Windows Click the Settings item in the Start Menu and then click Devices (or click the Blue- tooth icon in the taskbar and click Add a Bluetooth Device). Click Bluetooth and make sure Bluetooth is On and a list of discovered devices will appear.
  • Page 165 Modules Enter the code into your Bluetooth enabled device and click Yes on the computer to complete the pairing. Select a device and click Remove Device to disconnect from any device. Figure 6 - 12 Devices > Bluetooth Remove Device Bluetooth &...

  • Page 166: To Make Your Computer Discoverable To Bluetooth Devices

    Modules To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices Click the Settings item in the Start Menu and then click Devices. Click Bluetooth and under Related Settings click More Bluetooth options (or click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar Open Settings). In Bluetooth Settings make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this PC check box (Discovery) has a check inside it.

  • Page 167: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology

    Modules Intel Rapid Storage Technology ®  The Intel® Rapid Storage Technology driver supports your AHCI mode SATA IRST and M.2 PCI-e drive, or your Intel® Optane™ system. Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technolo- SSDs gy application (after installing all necessary drivers in the correct order) to support Note that Intel®...

  • Page 168: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology For Optane Systems

    Modules Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for Optane Systems Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application displays status information on your Intel® Optane™ configuration. Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology appli- cation from the item in the Start menu. When the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application is launched the system will open the Status window.

  • Page 169: Enabling Intel® Optane

    Modules Enabling Intel® Optane™ Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. Click Enable. Figure 6 - 15 ® IRST - Intel ™ Optane Memory (Enable) Enable The system will pop-up a message and ask you to select a compatible fast drive (in this case there should only be one option).
  • Page 170 Modules You will need to restart the computer after enabling Optane, and make sure the system is powered by the powered AC/DC adapter, and not by battery only. Click Yes to begin the process (this may take some time). After the process has been completed restart the computer. After restarting can access Device Manager (right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager).
  • Page 171 Modules Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application to check the status. Figure 6 - 18 ® IRST - Intel ™ Optane Memory (Enabled) Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 6 - 23...

  • Page 172: Disabling Intel® Optane

    Modules Disabling Intel® Optane™  If you need to disable Intel® Optane™ for any reason follow these instructions. Disabling Intel® Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. Optane™ Click Disable. Disable Intel® tane™ if you want to reinstall/reset the sys- tem or update the IRST driver.
  • Page 173 Modules Restart the computer to complete the process.  Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. The Status of Intel® Optane™ Memory is indicated in the Window. HDDs & Intel® To enable Intel® Optane™ Memory follow the process indicated in “Enabling Optane™...

  • Page 174: Sound Blaster Cinema 3

    Modules Sound Blaster Cinema 3  Install the Sound Blaster Cinema application is a suits of audio technologies which Software Update allow you to configure the audio settings to your requirements for the best perfor- mance in games, music and movies. Check for the latest soft- ware updates by making Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Installation...

  • Page 175: Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Application

    Modules Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Application  Run the Sound Blaster Cinema control panel from the notification area of the task- bar (or from Creative folder item in the Apps menu). Click on the tabs to access the Sound Blaster any of the control panel menus.
  • Page 176 Modules Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Power The Sound Blaster Cinema 3 can be turned On/Off by clicking the Power Button (when the power is off the icon will be dimmed Power Button Figure 6 - 23 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Power Button 6 - 28 Sound Blaster Cinema 3...
  • Page 177 Modules Sound Blaster Cinema 3 - Reality 3D  Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Reality 3D allows you to enable 5.1/71 surround sound for headphones or speakers, and to test different surround effects. There are separate Reality 3D pages to allow configuration of either headphones or speakers, and you can fine tune The Sound Blaster Cin- effects for specific headphone types supported.
  • Page 178 Modules You can scroll left or right through the headphones supported. Figure 6 - 25 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Headphones Volume can be adjusted by clicking on the dial. Figure 6 - 26 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Volume Dial Click on any of the effects buttons to test the effects. Figure 6 - 27 Sound Blaster Cinema 3...
  • Page 179 Modules The Speakers page has two tabs (3D Experience Zone and Speaker Calibration) which can be accessed by clicking the icons at the top right of the page. Click to switch between 3D Experience Zone and Speaker Calibration Speakers Figure 6 - 28 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 - Reality 3D Experience Zone...
  • Page 180 Modules Click Test to run the speaker calibration test, and Stop once complete. Adjust the speaker distances and levels from the controls at the bottom of the page. Figure 6 - 29 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 - Speaker Calibration (Speakers) 6 - 32 Sound Blaster Cinema 3...

  • Page 181: Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Sbx Pro Studio

    Modules Sound Blaster Cinema 3 SBX Pro Studio  The Sound Blaster Cinema 3 SBX Pro Studio offers a suite of playback technol- ogies to enhance sound. Each playback technology at the bottom of the screen has SBX Pro Studio an On/Off button to allow you to enable/disable it, and most controls feature a slid- The Sound Blaster Cin- er to adjust the levels.
  • Page 182 Modules • Crystalizer: Enriches audio to make it sound livelier. Figure 6 - 31 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 SBX Pro Studio Crystalizer • Bass: Enhances the bass level of the sound system. Figure 6 - 32 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 SBX Pro Studio Bass 6 - 34 Sound Blaster Cinema 3...
  • Page 183 Modules • Smart Volume: Minimizes sudden volume changes to avoid the need for con- stant adjustment. Figure 6 - 33 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 SBX Pro Studio Smart Volume • Dialog Plus: Optimizes dialogue levels for movies etc. Figure 6 - 34 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 SBX Pro Studio...
  • Page 184 Modules Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Profiles The Profile buttons on the left side of the screen give you preset settings to enhance your audio settings for Music, Movie, Game and Voice. You can choose Custom to adjust the settings to your own set preferences. MUSIC MOVIE Figure 6 - 35...
  • Page 185 Modules Sound Blaster Cinema 3 Settings Click the Settings button at the bottom left of the page to adjust the settings to your preferences. Figure 6 - 36 Sound Blaster Cinema 3 - Settings Sound Blaster Cinema 3 6 - 37...

  • Page 186: Pc Camera

    Modules PC Camera Use the Fn + F10 key combination (see “Function Keys & Visual Indicators” on page 1 - 21) or Control Center button to toggle power to the PC Camera module. When the PC Camera is in use the LED indicator to the left of the camera will be illuminated (see Figure 1 - 2 on page 1 - Note that you need to use the Camera app...

  • Page 187: Camera App

    Modules Camera App Make sure the PC Camera is turned on by using the Fn + F10 key combination (or Control Center button). Run the Camera app from the Start menu by clicking on the Camera app icon (you can type “camera” into the search box to find the Camera app if it is not pinned to the Start menu).
  • Page 188 Modules Click Settings to access the camera settings menu to make adjustments for Camera Button long key press function, Photo Aspect ratio, Framing grid, video recording frame rates, Flicker reduction and Digital video stabilization.  Camera Settings The Self Timer may be set to take Photos after 2, 5 or 10 sec- onds and can also be set to continue taking pictures until the camera button is pressed again.

  • Page 189: Taking Pictures/Capturing Video

    Modules Taking Pictures/Capturing Video Make sure the PC Camera is turned on by using the Fn + F10 key combination (or Control Center button). Run the Camera app from the Start menu by clicking on the Camera app icon (you can type “camera” into the search box to find the Camera app if it is not pinned to the Start menu).
  • Page 190 Modules Captured photos and videos will be saved to the Photos app stored in the Start menu (type Photos into the search box if you cannot find the app). Figure 6 - 41 Photo App (For Captured Photos & Videos) 6 - 42 PC Camera...

  • Page 191: Trusted Platform Module

    Modules Trusted Platform Module (Optional) The TPM security chip allows you to create and manage digital certificates for user and platform authentication. This type of security is usually administered within large enterprises and organizations, and therefore requires implementation by a sys- tem administrator before users can access security features.

  • Page 192: Enabling & Managing Tpm

    Modules Enabling & Managing TPM  Restart the computer. Enter the Aptio Setup Utility pressing F2 during the POST/startup. Clearing TPM Use the arrow keys to select the Security menu. Information Select TPM Configuration and press Enter to access the sub-menu. You can select Pend- Press Enter to access the Security Device Support menu and select Enable.

  • Page 193: Tpm Management In Windows

    Modules TPM Management in Windows You can manage your TPM settings from within Windows: Go to the Control Panel. Click BitLocker Drive Encryption (System and Security). Click TPM Administration. Figure 6 - 43 BitLocker Drive Encryption (TPM Administration) Trusted Platform Module 6 - 45...
  • Page 194 Modules The TPM Management window allows you to configure the TPM within Windows. As TPM is usually administered within large enterprises and organizations, your system administrator will need to assist you in managing the information here. Figure 6 - 44 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Management on...

  • Page 195: Tpm Actions

    Modules TPM Actions Click Prepare the TPM and follow the instructions in the Wizard to prepare the TPM (this will probably require a restart of the computer and confirmation of the setting changes after restart by pressing the appropriate F key). After the restart the TPM will be prepared and you can then use the Actions menu to Turn TPM off, Change Owner Password, Clear TPM or Reset TPM Lockout.
  • Page 196 Modules BitLocker BitLocker Drive Encryption can be used in conjunction with the TPM to encrypt data on the disk. Access the Microsoft BitLocker Drive Encryption control panel applet from the Windows control panel (System and Security). Click Turn on Bit Locker. Follow the on-screen instructions to setup BitLocker, and make sure you have a removable media (e.g.

  • Page 197: 3G/4G Module

    Modules 3G/4G Module  If you have included an optional UMTS/HSPA+ based 3G Module (Universal Mo- Wireless Device bile Telecommunications System or High Speed Packet Access) module or LTE Operation Aboard (Long Term Evolution) 4G module (see “Communication” on page D - 3 for spec- Aircraft ification details) in your purchase option, you do not require a driver/application...
  • Page 198 Modules 3G/4G Module USIM Card Installation  Follow the instructions below to install the USIM card (which will be supplied by your service provider) which requires the removal of the battery first. Power Safety Warning Turn the computer off, and turn it over. Before you undertake any Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow, and then slide latch...
  • Page 199 Modules 3G/4G Module USIM Card Installation  Insert the USIM card as illustrated below (pay careful attention to the orientation of the card as the gold contact side of the card should face downwards) until it clicks USIM Card fully into position. To eject the card simply press it until it ejects, but do not attempt Orientation to eject the card while connected to a 3G/4G network (see below).
  • Page 200 Modules Battery Insertion Orientate the battery as illustrated below and align it with the edges of the bat- tery compartment. Push the battery in the direction of the arrow to insert it into the compartment (it should click into place). Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow into the lock position.

  • Page 201: 3G/4G Configuration In Windows 10

    Modules 3G/4G Configuration in Windows 10  You can configure a 3G/4G connection as below, however make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode before configuration begins. You can connect to a 3G/4G con- Connecting to the Cellular Network nection in much the same way as the WLAN connection.
  • Page 202 Modules 6 - 54...

  • Page 203: Troubleshooting Overview

    Troubleshooting Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service representative, you may want to try to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions. This can’t anticipate every problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you don’t find the answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface.

  • Page 204: Basic Hints And Tips

    Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer ap- pears not to be working. • Power - Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet? If plugged into a power strip, make sure it is actually working.

  • Page 205: Backup And General Maintenance

    Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance • Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and programs safe, but close to hand. Don’t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases, e.g. in a CD wal- let.

  • Page 206: Viruses

    Troubleshooting Viruses • Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to look for) up to date. New computer viruses are discovered daily, and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data. Anti-Virus programs are commercially available and the defini- tions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet.

  • Page 207: Upgrading And Adding New Hardware/Software

    Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software • Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing, otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system. • Don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if as this may violate the terms of your warranty.
  • Page 208 Troubleshooting • Don’t over complicate things. The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem may be found; Example - if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports, and a number of programs running, then it will be difficult to determine the cause of a problem.

  • Page 209: Problems And Possible Solutions

    Troubleshooting Problems and Possible Solutions Problem Possible Cause - Solution You turned on the power but it doesn’t Battery missing / incorrectly installed. Check the battery bay, make sure the work. battery is present and seated properly (the design of the battery only allows it to go in one way).
  • Page 210 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer feels too hot. Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent/Fan intakes are not blocked. If this doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour. Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface (see “Overheating”...
  • Page 211 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution No image appears on the external You haven’t installed the video driver and configured it appropriately from the monitor I have plugged in and powered Control Panel. See Appendix C for instructions on installing and configuring the video driver.
  • Page 212 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The sound cannot be heard or the volume The volume might be set too low. Check the volume control in the Volume is very low. Control Panel in the Windows notification area, or use the key combination Fn + F5 and F6 (see “Keyboard Backlight LED”...
  • Page 213 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The Wireless LAN/Bluetooth modules The modules are off as the computer is in Airplane Mode. Check the LED cannot be detected. indicator to see if it is in Airplane Mode (see “LED Indicators” on page 1 - 7).
  • Page 214 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution No sound can be heard through an HDMI You have not configured the HDMI audio output. See “HDMI Audio connected display. Configuration” on page C - Gaming performance is slow. It is recommended that you use Maximum fan speed when playing games. Use the Fn + 1 key combination to adjust the fan speed.
  • Page 215 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution A file being copied to/from a connected You may have the Bluetooth control panel (Settings > Devices > Bluetooth) Bluetooth device appears open. When transferring data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled transferring very slowly. device, make sure that the Bluetooth control panel is closed.
  • Page 216 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution I have used Update Driver in Device It is very important that the drivers are installed in the order indicated in Chapter Manager (Unknown device > Other 4 (which is the numbered installation order on the Device Drivers & Utilities + Devices) to try and install the Airplane User’s Manual disc).
  • Page 217 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution I can’t hear any sound from the You need to enable listening to the microphone in the audio control panel in microphone in my connected headset, order to hear any sound through your connected headset as follows: when trying to test the audio playback.

  • Page 218: Resolving The "Can't Connect To This Network" Issue With The 3G/4G Module

    Troubleshooting Resolving the “Can’t connect to this network” issue with the 3G/4G Module If you have issues connecting to the cellular network when you are attempting to use the 3G/4G network then you may need to manually connect to the Internet access point name (APN). Usually the Internet APN is set automatically, however if your cellular data connection isn't working, you should try manually entering a new Internet APN based on your location and mobile operator.

  • Page 219: Intel® Optane™ Notes

    Troubleshooting Intel® Optane™ Notes Intel® Optane™ is a combination of a compatible memory device and Intel Rapid Technology software. This combination is designed to speed up your system performance. However note the following; • The SATA Mode should be set BEFORE installing an operating system, and after you have backed up all necessary files and data (see sidebar).
  • Page 220 Troubleshooting 7 - 18...

  • Page 221: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the ports & jacks which allow your computer to commu- nicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc. Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 1...

  • Page 222: Ports And Jacks

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Ports and Jacks Item Description Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the following digital storage cards: MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RSMMC SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC (up to UHS-II) Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device.

  • Page 223: Mini Displayport 1.2

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description Mini DisplayPort 1.2 The Mini DisplayPorts are a miniatuarized version of the DisplayPort, which is a digital display interface standard that allows a digital audio/video interconnect, between the computer and its external display or a home-theater system. Mini DisplayPort 1.3 ...

  • Page 224: Usb 2.0/1.1 Port

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description USB 2.0/1.1 Port USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for high-speed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed scanners etc. Devices can be plugged into the computer, and unplugged from the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of your USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB device is 500mA or above, make sure you use the power supply which comes with the...

  • Page 225: Control Center & Flexikey® Overview

    Control Center & Flexikey® Appendix B: Control Center & Flexikey® Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the functions of the Control Center & Flexikey® appli- cations. Control Center Control Center gives quick access to frequently used controls, power management features and enables you to quickly turn modules on/off.
  • Page 226 Control Center & Flexikey®  Control Center Access To run the Control Center press the Fn + Esc key combination, or double-click 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).

  • Page 227: Power Modes

    Control Center & Flexikey® Power Modes You can set a Power Mode by clicking the appropriate icon at the top of the Control Center. Each power mode will affect the Power Conservation Mode, Airplane Mode, Power Plan and PC camera power etc. You can click a Control Center icon to set an overall power mode and then click individual icons in the Control Center to power on/off the Touchpad and PC camera.

  • Page 228: Control Center Menus

    Control Center & Flexikey® Control Center Menus The Control Center contains 3 menu headings (System Program, Device and Gaming) under the Power Modes. Click the menu headings and then click any of the buttons outlined on the following pages. Note that the CPU Memory & GPU Overclocking item will appear only for CPUs that support this feature. Figure B - 2 - Control Center Menus B - 4 Overview...

  • Page 229: Power Status (System Program

    Control Center & Flexikey® Power Status (System Program) The Power Status icon will show whether you are currently powered by the battery, or by the AC/DC adapter plugged in to a working power outlet. The power status bar will show the current battery charge state. Brightness (System Program) The Brightness icon will show the current screen brightness level.

  • Page 230: This System Supports Power Saving Power

    Control Center & Flexikey® Power Conservation (System Program) This system supports Power Saving power management features that place computers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a low-power sleep modes after a desig- nated period of inactivity (see “Power Conservation Modes” on page 3 - 12).

  • Page 231: Backlight Keyboard (Device

    Control Center & Flexikey® Backlight Keyboard (Device) Click the numbers under the to adjust the brightness for white LED keyboards. TouchPad/Camera (Device) Click either of these buttons to toggle the TouchPad or camera module’s power status. The icon will appear dimmed when it is off Note that the power status of the camera module is also effected by the Power Mode selected (see Table B - 1, on page B...

  • Page 232: B - 8 Memory Overclocking Support

    Control Center & Flexikey® Memory Overclocking Support You can enable overclocking support for systems with a compatible CPU (contact your distributor/supplier for details) and Memory (note that your system must have 2 DIMMs installed to support memory over- clocking). This can be done in the BIOS (see “Overclocking Performance Menu (Advanced Menu)”...
  • Page 233 Control Center & Flexikey® You can access the CPU Memory Overclocking utility from the Control Center or taskbar notification area.  Fan Speed If you have enabled CPU overclocking the Fan Speed will also automatically be set to over- clock (do not adjust this fan speed setting if you have enabled CPU overclocking).

  • Page 234: Memory Overclocking

    Control Center & Flexikey® Memory Overclocking Click the Memory tab at the bottom right of the screen and the Memory overclocking tab will pop out to allow adjustments to be made. Click Custom to adjust any settings from the drop-down menus. Click Save to retain the settings.

  • Page 235: Flexikey® Application

    Control Center & Flexikey® Flexikey® Application Click the button in the Control Center, or the click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar, to access the Flexikey® application. Profiles The menus on the left side of the application relate to Profiles. You can Add or Delete Profiles (you can main- tain 12 active Profiles), Export and Import profiles from the menus.

  • Page 236: Language Interface

    Control Center & Flexikey® Flexikey® Application Features • EXPRESS KEY - This feature allows you to configure a single key 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.
  • Page 237 Control Center & Flexikey® Enabling or Disabling Flexikey® You can enable or disable Flexikey® (and therefore any hotkeys or mouse profile functions currently in use) by using the Fn + Backspace key combination. Pressing this key combination will toggle you between the currently selected keyboard or mouse profile to the standard keyboard and/or mouse settings, and back again.
  • Page 238 Control Center & Flexikey® Keyboard Settings The keyboard settings allow you to configure actions for any single key (or a combination of keys). Click the key and then select the Action Type (Express Key, Launch App, Express Text or Disable) from the menu at the bottom of the page.
  • Page 239 Control Center & Flexikey® Mouse Settings When an external mouse is attached, the mouse settings allow you to configure actions for the left , right and middle buttons of the attached mouse, and also for any backward and forward buttons if appli- cable (on a gaming type mouse).

  • Page 240: Keyboard Settings - Express Key

    Control Center & Flexikey® Keyboard Settings - Express Key To configure a single key to send multiple key combinations, or to create more useful shortcut keys, use Express Key. Enable and select the keyboard under your chosen profile, click on a key to select it, and then click to select Express Key in Action Type.
  • Page 241 Control Center & Flexikey® Click Save to save the settings within your chosen profile. If you want to remove any individual key click to select it, and then click Delete. If you want to clear all the settings click Restore to return to the default key setting. 10.

  • Page 242: Enabling Time Record

    Control Center & Flexikey® Enabling Time Record If you want to create a delay between key presses within the key combination, then you can use Time Record function to do so. Enable and select the keyboard under your chosen profile, click to select a key for the shortcut action, and then click to select Express Key in Action Type.
  • Page 243 Control Center & Flexikey® You can edit the delay between key presses by clicking in the Delay Time (MS) field and typing a new number for the delay between the key presses. Figure B - 14 - Time Record Between Key Presses Click to close the Time Record window.

  • Page 244: Keyboard Settings - Launch App

    Control Center & Flexikey® Keyboard Settings - Launch App You can configure keys to launch any application or program as follows: Enable and select the keyboard under your chosen profile, click to select a key to launch the application, and then click to select Launch App in Action Type.
  • Page 245 Control Center & Flexikey® Navigate to the executable file of the application and click Open. The key will now be configured to open the selected application under your chosen Profile, and the key will appear in green. Figure B - 16 - Key Set to Launch App If you want to remove any Launch App Key, select it and click on Restore.

  • Page 246: Keyboard Settings - Express Text

    Control Center & Flexikey® Keyboard Settings - Express Text A single key can be set to send a string of text within any application using Express Text. Enable and select the keyboard under your chosen profile, click to select a key, and then click to select Express Text in Action Type.
  • Page 247 Control Center & Flexikey® Click in Send key if required (the Send key is the key used to in your target program to send a text message e.g the Enter key would be the most commonly used), or you can leave it blank if you prefer. The key will now be configured to send the text message in the target program under your chosen Profile, and the key will appear in blue.

  • Page 248: Keyboard Settings - Disable

    Control Center & Flexikey® Keyboard Settings - Disable You can use the program to disable any keys not required. Enable and select the keyboard under your chosen profile, click to select a key to disable, and then click to select Disable in Action Type.

  • Page 249: Mouse Settings - Express Key

    Control Center & Flexikey® Mouse Settings - Express Key To assign a mouse button click to send multiple key combinations (an external mouse must be attached), or to create more useful shortcut keys, use Express Key. Enable and select the mouse under your chosen profile, click on a mouse button to select it, and then click to select Express Key in Action Type.

  • Page 250: Enabling Time Record For Mouse Settings

    Control Center & Flexikey® Click in the Tool Tips field and type to give the key combination a name e.g. “Sprint Fwds”, then click back in the Name field (to avoid adding the recorded keys to the Tool Tips name). Click Start Record and then press the key or keys (in this case we will press Left Shift and W) required (make sure you press the key(s) required and do not click on them).

  • Page 251: Mouse Settings - Launch App

    Control Center & Flexikey® Mouse Settings - Launch App You can assign a mouse button click to launch any application or program as follows: Enable and select the mouse under your chosen profile, click on a mouse button to select it, and then click to select Express Key in Action Type.
  • Page 252 Control Center & Flexikey® Navigate to the executable file of the application and click Open. The mouse click will now be configured to open the selected application under your chosen Profile, and the button will appear in green Click Save to save the settings within your chosen profile. Figure B - 21 - Mouse Button Set to Launch App B - 28 Mouse Settings - Launch App...

  • Page 253: Mouse Settings - Express Text

    Control Center & Flexikey® Mouse Settings - Express Text A mouse button click can be set to send a string of text within any application using Express Text. Enable and select the mouse under your chosen profile, click on a mouse button to select it, and then click to select Express Text in Action Type.
  • Page 254 Control Center & Flexikey® Click in Send key if required (the Send key is the key used to in your target program to send a text message e.g the Enter key would be the most commonly used), or you can leave it blank if you prefer. The mouse button click will now be configured to send the text message in the target program under your chosen Profile, and the button will appear in blue.

  • Page 255: Mouse Settings - Disable

    Control Center & Flexikey® Mouse Settings - Disable You can use the program to disable any mouse button clicks if not required. Enable and select the mouse under your chosen profile, click on a mouse button to select it, and then click to select Disable in Action Type.

  • Page 256: Statistics

    Control Center & Flexikey® Statistics The Statistics tab allows you to record keys used in any application, and to disable any infrequently, or unused, keys to save any accidental incorrect key presses. Click the Statistics Tab, and press Start Record to start recording the frequency of key presses for keys used. You can then go to the application you wish to use the profile for, and use the application as normal so that a standard set of keys used may be recorded.

  • Page 257: Video Driver Controls

    Video Driver Controls Appendix C: Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on  page 1 - 37. Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - Video Card Options Note that this computer...

  • Page 258: Microsoft Hybrid Graphics

    Video Driver Controls Microsoft Hybrid Graphics Most notebook computers come with either a discrete or integrated graphics solu- tion. Discrete graphics solutions feature a dedicated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) which are capable of playing games, watching HD video or running GPU-based ap- plications.
  • Page 259 Video Driver Controls How the Technology works  When the system is powered up and is displaying just the desktop, the dGPU will be powered off. In this case the system is running in the same way as a system without Customization a discrete graphics solution.
  • Page 260 Video Driver Controls  Mini Display Ports / HDMI Port All external and internal displays (up to 4 active displays) can be configured from Windows by using C - 6 C - 8 the Display (page ) or System (in Settings - page ) control panels, or the + P (or Fn C - 5...

  • Page 261: Configure Other Displays Using Project

    Video Driver Controls Configure Other Displays Using Project You can configure attached displays from Project. Attach your external display(s) to the appropriate port, and turn it(them) on. Press the + P key combination. Click on any one of the options from the menu to select PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend or Second screen only.

  • Page 262: Configuring An External Display In Windows

    Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display In Windows Attach your external display(s) to the appropriate port, and turn it(them) on. Go to the Control Panel. Click Display (icon) and Adjust Resolution (Appearance and Personalization). Click the Detect button. The computer will then detect any attached displays. Figure C - 3 Screen Resolution Multiple Displays...
  • Page 263 Video Driver Controls You can configure up to 4 displays from the Multiple Displays menu. Figure C - 4 Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s) •...
  • Page 264 Video Driver Controls The System Control Panel in Settings may also be used to configure displays. Attach your external display(s) to the appropriate port, and turn it(them) on. Click the Start Menu and click Settings > System (or right-click the desktop and select Display Settings).
  • Page 265 Video Driver Controls You can configure up to 4 displays from the System > Display menu.  4 Connected Displays Note that when 4 dis- plays are connected, only 2 displays may be configured in Duplicate mode. Figure C - 6 System >...

  • Page 266: Hdmi Audio Configuration

    Video Driver Controls HDMI Audio Configuration  HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video signals. Volume Adjustment In some cases it will be necessary to go to the Sound control panel and manually The sound volume level configure the HDMI audio output as per the instructions below. can be clicking using the Go to the Sound control panel.
  • Page 267 Video Driver Controls Adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs. Click OK to close the Sound control panel. Figure C - 8 HDMI Device Properties HDMI Audio Configuration C - 11...
  • Page 268 Video Driver Controls HDMI Notes  • Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI-Out port BEFORE attempt- ing to play audio/video sources through the device. Other Applications • To play audio sources through your external display’s (TV or LCD) speakers If you are using a third you will need to go to the audio configuration control panel on the display and party application to play...

  • Page 269: Wireless Display

    Video Driver Controls Wireless Display  Wireless Display uses your Wireless LAN module/WLAN Bluetooth Combo mod- Compatible ule (you need to make sure that your video adapter/display device is compatible Adapters with your particular WLAN/Combo module) in conjunction with a compatible video adapter/display device (purchased separately) to allow you to display the For a list of compatible contents of the notebook display on another display (e.g.

  • Page 270: Wireless Display Configuration

    Video Driver Controls Wireless Display Configuration Note that no driver or application is required for wireless display in Windows 10. Press the + P key combination. Click Connect to a wireless display at the bottom of the Project screen and follow the steps to connect to any wireless enabled display.
  • Page 271 Video Driver Controls You may then need to input a pin number for the device to which you are connecting and click Next. The display will then connect (for specific settings for your display see the documentation supplied with your compatible adapter/display for full details). Go to the Project menu and click Disconnect to temporarily disconnect from the wireless display.

  • Page 272: Nvidia Control Panel

    Video Driver Controls NVIDIA Control Panel  More advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA Control NVIDIA Control Panel tab. Use the NVIDIA control panel to configure external displays attached to Panel the HDMI port or Mini DisplayPort 1.3. To access the Ge- Go to the Control Panel.
  • Page 273 Video Driver Controls The NVIDIA Control Panel provides additional video configuration controls and  tools which allow quick access to features such as image settings, 3D Settings and video configuration. Additional menus will appear when external displays are at- Navigating the tached to the HDMI port or Mini DisplayPort 1.3.
  • Page 274 Video Driver Controls Further menu items will appear in the NVIDIA Control Panel with external displays attached to the HDMI Port or Mini DisplayPort 1.3. Figure C - 12 NVIDIA Control Panel (with External Display Attached to HDMI Port or Mini DisplayPort 1.3) C - 18 NVIDIA Control Panel...
  • Page 275 Video Driver Controls The Help menus provide index and search features, and direct links to the NVIDIA website etc. Figure C - 13 Help Menu NVIDIA Control Panel C - 19...
  • Page 276 Video Driver Controls Customization Options  One of the most important aspects of hybrid technology is that it will switch between Display GPU the integrated GPU and discrete GPU seamlessly and automatically, and does not re- Activity Icon quire any input from the user. However customization options are offered for users who prefer to set their own parameters for GPU usage.
  • Page 277 Video Driver Controls Close the NVIDIA Control Panel.  Find the executable file icon of the application you want to run. Right-click the icon and select Run with graphics processor from the context iGPU or dGPU menu. Select either High-performance NVIDIA processor (dGPU) or Integrated Note the NVIDIA con- graphics (iGPU) to run the program with the selected GPU.

  • Page 278: Customization Options

    Video Driver Controls Global Settings  Global settings allows you to set the preferred graphics processor for overall use. Ideally this would be the iGPU for battery life, but this can be set to the dGPU if pre- Customization ferred. Options Go to the NVIDIA Control Panel.
  • Page 279 Video Driver Controls Program Settings Program settings allows you to make specific adjustments for installed applications. Go to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Click Manage 3D Settings (3D Settings) and select Program Settings (tab). Select a program to customize from the drop-down menu, or click Add to add any program that does not appear in the menu.

  • Page 280: Change Resolution

    Video Driver Controls Change Resolution You can Change Resolution for your attached displays from the NVIDIA control panel. Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Go to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Change resolution.

  • Page 281: Display Devices - Nvidia Cp

    Video Driver Controls Display Devices - NVIDIA CP Note that when using the NVIDIA control panel you can use an HDMI (High-Defi- nition Multimedia Interface) cable connected to the HDMI-Out port and/or Mini DisplayPort compatible cable connected to a Mini DisplayPort 1.3 to connect an external display.
  • Page 282 Video Driver Controls  Display Mode Description Sound Blaster Single One of the connected displays is used as the display device Audio & HDMI Clone simply shows an exact copy of the Primary display desktop on the other Connection Clone display(s).

  • Page 283: Configuring An External Display (Nvidia

    Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display (NVIDIA)  Clone the External Displays Display Not Shown Attach your external display(s) to the appropriate port, and turn it(them) on. If the attached display Go to the NVIDIA Control Panel. does not appear in the Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up “1.Select the displays multiple displays.
  • Page 284 Video Driver Controls Extending the Display  Attach your external display(s) to the appropriate port, and turn it(them) on. Go to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Changing the Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up Primary Display on multiple displays.
  • Page 285 Video Driver Controls The Primary display (the main window display) will be denoted by an asterisk the top right corner of the icon. To change the Primary display right-click the icon and select Make primary. Click Apply > Yes to save any changes. Figure C - 21 Switch Primary Display...
  • Page 286 Video Driver Controls You can drag the icons to match the desktop layout you want to use (e.g. you may want to extend the display to the right or left of the primary display). 10. Click Apply > Yes to save any further changes. Figure C - 22 Drag Display Icons...

  • Page 287: Hdcp Status

    Video Driver Controls HDCP Status If your external display is HDCP (High Bandwith Digital Content protection) com- patible then the NVIDIA control panel will display the HDCP system status. Figure C - 23 HDCP Status HDCP Status C - 31...

  • Page 288: Adjust Video Settings

    Video Driver Controls Adjust Video Settings You can adjust video color and image settings from the Video sub-menus. Go to the NVIDIA Control Panel. Click “+” next to Video if its sub-items are not shown and then click either Adjust video color settings or Adjust video image settings.

  • Page 289: Configure Surround, Physx

    Video Driver Controls Configure Surround, PhysX ® NVIDIA PhysX is a physics engine that can use the GPU to accelerate game and ® ® 3D application performance. You can select the GeForce video card or CPU as a PhysX processor, or configure the computer to auto-select a PhysX processor ®...

  • Page 290: Set Digital Audio

    Video Driver Controls Set Digital Audio As HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video sig- nals you can configure the audio output from the NVIDIA control panel and Sound control panel. The settings will depend upon the external HDMI display to which you have connected.

  • Page 291: Nvidia Geforce Experience

    Video Driver Controls NVIDIA GeForce Experience  If you have a working internet connection (and you will need remain connected NVIDIA GeForce to the internet to run NVIDIA GeForce Experience) you can click the NVIDIA Experience GeForce Experience desktop icon (or App) to run the application.

  • Page 292: Intel® Hd Graphics Control Panel

    Video Driver Controls Intel HD Graphics Control Panel ® Advanced video configuration options are provided by the Intel HD Control Pan- ® el. Use the Intel HD Control Panel to configure external displays attached to ® the Mini DisplayPort 1.2. To access the control panel see below and overleaf. Right-click the Desktop and select Intel(R) Graphics Settings from the menu.
  • Page 293 Video Driver Controls Double-click the Intel(R) HD Graphics control panel in the Windows Control Panel. Figure C - 29 Control Panel Intel Graphics ® Settings Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel C - 37...
  • Page 294 Video Driver Controls You may make changes to any of the graphics properties by clicking the appropriate  menu panel and adjusting the settings from the menus. Home Click the Home button to return to the main menu screen in any of the sub- menu screens.
  • Page 295 Video Driver Controls Display  Click either Display Settings or Color Settings to make display adjustments, in- cluding configuration for any attached external displays. Multiple Display At least one other dis- play must be attached in order to view multiple display selection tions.
  • Page 296 Video Driver Controls Click the Display menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The Mul-  tiple Displays menu allows you to configure the display mode of any attached dis- plays (see “Attaching Other Displays” on page C - 50).
  • Page 297 Video Driver Controls The Custom Resolutions sub-menu allows you to adjust the display (or any at- tached display) to any width, height, refresh rate, color depth and underscan percent- age of your choice. Note that incorrect settings can cause system instability and even possible component damage, so this is adjusted at your own risk.
  • Page 298 Video Driver Controls This menu allows you to choose how 3D images are displayed. Performance gives the smoothest motion of images, Quality displays the most detail, Balanced Mode provides better computer performance with good quality and Custom allows you to configure the Anisotropic Filtering and Vertical Sync and features to your prefer- ences.
  • Page 299 Video Driver Controls Options and Support Hot Key Manager in Options and Support allows you to create hot keys for open- ing the application and scaling etc. Click Apply to save changes. Figure C - 35 Intel ® HD Graphics Control Panel Options and Support...
  • Page 300 Video Driver Controls Click the Options menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The In-  formation Center provides details on System Information, the Built-In Display and any attached displays. Preferences Go to the Preferences sub-menu in Options to configure the preferences for the Intel®...
  • Page 301 Video Driver Controls Video The Video menu allows you to brighten or darken movies, or to switch to vivid col- ors. The Preview image will display a sample image using the current settings. You can Save Profile and name the Profile to recall the settings at any time. Click Apply to save changes (select Color Enhancement or Image Enhancement from the menu).
  • Page 302 Video Driver Controls Click the Video menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus.The Image Enhancement menu allows you to adjust the Sharpness, Skin Tone Enhance- ment, Noise Reduction, Contrast Enhancement and Film Mode Detection. Click Apply to save changes. Figure C - 38 Intel ®...
  • Page 303 Video Driver Controls Power The battery life can be extended through dynamic control of the frame rate if Ex- tended Battery Life for Gaming is enabled. Settings can be selected for when the system is powered by battery or is plugged in. Figure C - 39 Intel ®...
  • Page 304 Video Driver Controls Profiles You can select one of the preset profiles (Brighten Video, Darken Video and En- hance Video Colors) from the menu on the left. Alternatively you can go through the menus to make adjustments to your preferences for Display, Color, Video, Op- tions and Support and Power (tick any boxes for the settings required), and then Save the settings to a profile (which may be imported or exported).

  • Page 305: Display Devices & Options

    Video Driver Controls Display Devices & Options  Note that you can use the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel to configure exter- 4K2K Videos on 4K2K nal displays connected to the MiniDisplay 1.2 port. See your display device manual External Displays to see which formats are supported.

  • Page 306: Attaching Other Displays

    Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays  To Clone Displays: Multiple Display Attach your external display to the MiniDisplay Port 1.2 and turn it on. Go to the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel control panel and click Display > At least one other dis- Multiple Displays (sub-menu).
  • Page 307 Video Driver Controls To Enable Extended Mode:  Attach your external display to the MiniDisplay Port 1.2 and turn it on. Go to the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel control panel and click Display > Display Settings Multiple Displays (sub-menu). Extended Desktop Click Extended from the Select Display Mode menu.
  • Page 308 Video Driver Controls C - 52...

  • Page 309: Specifications

    Specifications Appendix D: Specifications  Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly processor types/ speeds and CD/DVD device types) may be changed, updated or delayed due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your distributor/supplier for details.

  • Page 310: Display

    Specifications Core Logic Audio  Mobile Intel® HM175 Express Chipset High Definition Audio SO-DIMM Memory Types Built-In Array Microphone All SO-DIMM memory modules installed in the Display 2 Built-In Speakers system should be identical (the same size and brand) in order to prevent unexpected system Sound Blaster™...

  • Page 311: Card Reader

    Specifications =============================== Slots 3G UTMS/HSPA+ M.2 3042 Card Module (Factory Option) One USB 3.1 (Gen 2 - Type A) Port & Three M.2 Slots: One USB 3.1 (Gen 2 - Type C) Port =============================== (Factory Option shared with USB 3.0 4G LTE M.2 3042 Card Module (Factory Slot 1: for M.2 2230 WLAN Combo Module ports) - 2 * USB 3.1 Gen 2 Ports with...

  • Page 312: Power Management

    Specifications Power Management Physical Dimensions & Weight Supports Wake on LAN (AC Mode Only) 378mm (w) * 267mm (d) * 29.9mm(h) Supports Wake on USB 2.5kg *Barebone System with VGA Card & Battery Supports Wake on RTC Alarm (AC Mode Only) *A barebone system does not include the HDD, RAM, adapter, power cord and factory option modules...

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