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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 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 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 18 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 19 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. •...
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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 System Startup ............................1-5 LCD Panel Open ............................1-6 LED Indicators ............................1-7 Illuminated White LED Keyboard ......................1-8 Illuminated Color LED Keyboard ......................1-9 Keyboard Backlight LED Device ......................1-10 Keyboard Shortcuts ..........................1-11 Function Keys & Visual Indicators ......................1-12 Control Center ............................1-13 Flexikey® Application ..........................1-14 Front &...
Page 23 Preface Microsoft Hybrid Graphics ........................1-27 Power Options ............................1-33 Drivers & Utilities What to Install ............................2-1 Module Driver Installation ........................2-1 Driver Installation ............................2-2 Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ....................2-5 User Account Control ..........................2-6 Windows Security Message ........................2-6 New Hardware Found ..........................2-6 Driver Installation Procedure ........................2-7 Chipset ...............................2-7 Video (VGA) .............................2-7 NVIDIA Video (VGA) ..........................2-7...
Page 24 Preface Optional Drivers ............................2-10 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Overview ..............................3-1 Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive ......................3-2 Multi-in-1 Card Reader ..........................3-3 Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse ........................3-4 Touchpad Sensitivity ..........................3-4 Mouse Properties Control Panel ........................3-5 Mouse & Touchpad Devices ........................3-7 Realtek Audio Console ..........................3-14 Realtek Audio Console - Main ........................3-15 Realtek Audio Console - Speakers ......................3-16 Realtek Audio Console - Microphone .....................3-17...
Page 25 Preface Power Plans ...............................4-5 Power-Saving States ..........................4-7 Sleep ................................4-7 Hibernate ..............................4-8 Shut down ..............................4-8 Configuring the Power Buttons .........................4-9 Resuming Operation ..........................4-11 Settings Menu Power Controls ........................4-13 Battery Information ..........................4-16 Battery Power ............................4-16 Power Slider Settings ..........................4-17 Conserving Battery Power ........................4-18 Battery Life ..............................4-19 New Battery .............................4-19 Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter ...................4-19...
Page 26 Preface The Power-On Self Test (POST) .......................5-2 Failing the POST ............................5-3 Fatal Errors ..............................5-3 Non-Fatal Errors ............................5-3 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 &...
Page 27 Preface Security Menu ............................5-13 Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu) ....................5-13 Set User Password (Security Menu) ......................5-14 Password on boot: (Security Menu) ......................5-14 Secure Boot Control (Security Menu) .....................5-15 TPM Configuration (Security Menu) ......................5-16 Boot Menu ...............................5-17 Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) ......................5-18 UEFI Boot (Boot Menu) ..........................5-18 Exit Menu ..............................5-19 Modules...
Page 28 Preface Clearing Intel® Optane™ ........................6-20 Wireless LAN Module ..........................6-23 Intel® WLAN Driver Installation ......................6-23 WLAN Configuration in Windows 10 ....................6-24 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module ......................6-27 Intel Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation ....................6-28 Bluetooth Configuration in Windows ......................6-29 To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices ..............6-32 Sound Blaster Cinema 5 ..........................6-33 Sound Blaster Cinema 5 Installation .......................6-33 Sound Blaster Connect Application ......................6-35...
Page 29 Preface Taking Pictures/Capturing Video ......................6-52 Trusted Platform Module .........................6-54 Enabling & Managing TPM ........................6-55 TPM Management in Windows .......................6-56 TPM Actions ............................6-58 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 Intel®...
Page 30 Preface Mini DisplayPort 1.3 ..........................A-3 RJ-45 LAN Jack ............................A-3 Security Lock Slot ............................A-3 1 * USB 2.0 Port ............................A-4 2 * USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A Ports .............................A-4 1 * USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Port .............................A-4 Control Center Overview ..............................B-1 Control Center ............................B-1 Flexikey®...
Page 31 Preface Volume ..............................B-7 Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Number Lock/Airplane Mode ................B-8 LED Device Menu ............................B-9 Keyboard Backlight LED Device (for Illuminated Colored Keyboards) ..........B-10 Color Swatch ............................B-11 KB Sleep Timer ............................B-11 KB Brightness ............................B-11 LED Mode - Keyboard All/Keyboard Partial ..................B-12 Keyboard Effects ............................B-13 Extra Setting ............................B-14 Flexikey®...
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-8 Wireless Display .............................C-11 Wireless Display Configuration ......................C-12 NVIDIA Control Panel ...........................C-14 Customization Options ...........................C-18 Change Resolution ..........................C-22...
Page 33 Preface 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-3 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-3 Power ................................D-4...
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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 2 - 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. When first setting up the computer use the following procedure (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 and initially set up as below): •...
Page 40: Lcd Panel Open
Quick Start Guide LCD Panel Open Figure 1 - 2 LCD Panel Open Model A  Wireless Device 1. Built-In PC Camera Operation Aboard 2. PC Camera LED Aircraft 3. Built-In Array Microphone The use of any portable elec- 4. LCD 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 If your keyboard is features instantly. See Table 1 - 4, on page 1 - 12 for full function key combination damaged or you just...
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- If your keyboard is al features instantly. See Table 1 - 4, on page 1 - 12 for full function key combination damaged or you just...
Page 44: Keyboard Backlight Led Device
Quick Start Guide Keyboard Backlight LED Device (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 “Keyboard Backlight LED Device (for Illuminat-...
Page 45: Keyboard Shortcuts
Quick Start Guide Keyboard Shortcuts  The following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navi- Windows Logo gation/operation in Windows 10. Keyboard Shortcut Windows Logo Use the Windows logo Description Key + + D key com- bination to switch be- Tap Winkey Toggle the Start menu tween the Start screen...
Page 46: 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 47: 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.
Page 48: 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 49: Front & Rear Views
Quick Start Guide Front & Rear Views Figure 1 - 7 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 50: Right Views
Quick Start Guide Right Views Figure 1 - 8 Right Views 1. Multi-In-1 Card Reader 2. Headphone Jack 3. Microphone Jack 4. 1 * USB 2.0 Port  5. RJ-45 LAN Jack DC-In Jack Multi-in-1 Card Reader 7. Security Lock Slot The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats: MMC (MultiMedia Card) / RSMMC SD (Secure Digital) / Mini SD / SDHC / SDXC...
Page 51: Left Views
Quick Start Guide Left Views Figure 1 - 9 Left Views 1. Fan Outlet/Intake 2. Mini DisplayPort 1.3 3. HDMI-Out Port 4. 1 * Type-C USB 3.1 Gen 2 Port  5. 2 * Type-A USB 3.1 Gen 2 Ports USB Ports This model includes 1 Type-C and 2 Type-A USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, and 1* USB 2.0 port.
Page 52: Bottom View
Quick Start Guide Bottom View Figure 1 - 10 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 53: 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 54: 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 Apps and Features, Power Options, Task Manager, Search, File Explorer, Device Manager, Computer Management and Network Connections etc.
Page 55: 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 56 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 57: 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. • Select Control Panel under the Windows System item in the Start Menu.
Page 58: 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, Apps, Accounts, Time &...
Page 59: 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 60: Action Center
Quick Start Guide Action Center The Action Center appears as a vertical panel on the right side of the screen when you swipe in from the right or click the button in the notification tray. This gives you access to commonly needed functions like Network, All Settings, Airplane Mode, and Project etc.
Page 61: Video Features
Quick Start Guide Video Features You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display settings (click the Start Menu and click Settings > System or right-click the desktop and select Display settings) control panel (see page 29). In Windows 10 it is possible to quickly configure external displays from the Project menu ( press the Win- dows logo key on your keyboard and the P key).
Page 62 Quick Start Guide To Configure Displays using Project 1. Attach your display to the  appropriate port, and turn it Intel or NVIDIA Video Driver Controls 2. Press the + P (or Fn + More detailed video controls are provided by the Intel/ F7) key combination.
Page 63 Quick Start Guide To access the Display Settings: You can quickly adjust the display by right-clicking the desktop and selecting Display Settings. Adjust the settings for Brightness and color, Scale and layout, Resolution and Orientation from the menus. When and external display is attached you can arrange the display configuration from the Multiple Displays menu, and arrange the configuration from Select and rearrange displays.
Page 64 Quick Start Guide To access the NVIDIA Control Panel: Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 21). Double-click the icon (Figure 1 - 21) in the Windows control panel. Figure 1 - 21 - NVIDIA Control Panel 1 - 30 Video Features...
Page 65 Quick Start Guide To access the Intel(R) HD/UHD 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 66 Quick Start Guide Minimum Screen Resolution Settings Windows 10 has minimum screen resolution requirements. Right-click a blank area of the Desktop and select Display Settings. Adjust the Resolution to make sure that it is at least 1024 * 768, although preferably 1366 * 768 or above. Figure 1 - 23 - Display (Resolution) 1 - 32 Video Features...
Page 67: 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 34).
Page 68 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 1.
Page 69: Drivers & Utilities
Drivers & Utilities Chapter 2: 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 70: 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 2 - 1 - Drivers Installer Screen 1 2 - 2 Driver Installation...
Page 71 Drivers & Utilities Check the driver installation order from Table 2 - 1, on page 2 - 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 72 Drivers & Utilities Win 10 (64-bit) Driver Page # Win 10 (64-bit) - Optional Items Page # Chipset Page 2 - 7 Setting Up SATA RAID, Optane™ or AHCI Mode Page 6 - 2 Video (VGA) Page 2 - 7 Wireless LAN Module Page 6 - 23 NVIDIA Video (VGA)
Page 73: 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 74: 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 75: 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 76: Touchpad
Drivers & Utilities Touchpad MEI Driver 1. Click 6.Install Touchpad Driver > Yes. 1. Click 9.Install MEI Driver > Yes. 2. Click OK > Restart Now to restart the com- 2. Click Next. puter. 3. Click the check box to accept the license and then click Next.
Page 77 Drivers & Utilities 8. A list of apps being downloaded will pop-up.  9. To prioritize the Realtek audio driver you can click Pause all to pause the download queue. Windows Update 10. Click on Realtek Audio Control and click on After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win- the resume icon to download the driver.
Page 78: Optional Drivers
Drivers & Utilities Optional Drivers See the pages indicated in Table 2 - 1, on page 2 - 4 for the driver installation procedures for any modules in- cluded in your purchase option. Models A & B Figure 2 - 3 - Optional Drivers Installer Screen Note that you need to install both the WLAN &...
Page 79: Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Overview
Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Chapter 3: 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 • Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse •...
Page 80: 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 81: 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 82: 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 83: 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 under the Windows System item in the Start Menu. the Touchpad for any Click Mouse (Hardware and Sound >...
Page 84 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Figure 3 - 3 Mouse Properties Control Panels 3 - 6 Mouse Properties Control Panel...
Page 85: Mouse & Touchpad Devices
Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Mouse & Touchpad Devices You can configure the functions from the Mouse or Touchpad control panels in De- vices in the Settings control panel as follows. Click the Settings item in the Start Menu (or All Settings in the Action Center). Click Devices.
Page 86 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Mouse Settings You can select the primary mouse button and scrolling options and access Mouse Properties from Additional mouse options. Figure 3 - 5 Windows Settings Mouse 3 - 8 Mouse & Touchpad Devices...
Page 87 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 88 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Touchapd Taps The Touchpad Sensitivity feature helps prevent recognizing taps on the pad by ac- cident, by recognizing when your palm is resting on it or brushing its surface while you are typing. Click in the check box to enable/disable the different gestures or taps on the surface of the pad to perform specific actions to manipulate documents, objects and applica- tions.
Page 89 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Touchapd Scroll and Zoom Click to enable/disable the two finger scrolling and pinch zooming gesture. Figure 3 - 8 Scroll and Zoom/ Scrolling Gesture The two-finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows and allows you to scroll horizontally and vertically.
Page 90 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio The three-finger and four-finger swipes and taps can be configured for a number of different functions. Select the appropriate function from the drop-down menu. Figure 3 - 10 Three-Finger Gestures (Swipes & Taps) Figure 3 - 11 Four-Finger Gestures (Swipes &...
Page 91 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio The following is an overview of some of the main gestures you can use with your Touchpad, however these can be configured from the Touchpad menus. Figure 3 - 12 Touchpad Gesture Examples Mouse & Touchpad Devices 3 - 13...
Page 92: Realtek Audio Console
Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Realtek Audio Console  You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control Volume Adjustment panel in Windows, or from the Realtek Audio Console Windows Start menu. The sound volume level Make sure you have installed the driver and checked the Microsoft Store for can be clicking using the updates (see...
Page 93: Realtek Audio Console - Main
Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Realtek Audio Console - Main You can adjust the Speaker and Microphone levels by using the sliders in the Re- altek Audio Console Main window. Figure 3 - 14 Realtek Audio Console (Main) Realtek Audio Console 3 - 15...
Page 94: Realtek Audio Console - Speakers
Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Realtek Audio Console - Speakers Click Speakers to access controls for the format and speaker balance etc. Figure 3 - 15 Realtek Audio Console (Speakers) 3 - 16 Realtek Audio Console...
Page 95: Realtek Audio Console - Microphone
Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Realtek Audio Console - Microphone Click Microphone to access advanced controls for recording on the microphone. Adjust the recording Main Volume level to around 60, to obtain the optimum re- cording quality. Figure 3 - 16 Realtek Audio Console (Microphone -...
Page 96: Realtek Audio Console - Device Advanced Settings
Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Realtek Audio Console - Device Advanced Settings  Device Advanced Settings allows for further configuration of the Connetor Set- tings, Playback Device and Recording Device. Device Advanced Settings For the purposes of re- cording it is recommend- that enable “Separate...
Page 97: Power Management Overview
Power Management Chapter 4: 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 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 4 - 1, on The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and page 4 - 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 4 - 1 Power Off Press the Power Button Resuming Press the Power Button...
Page 108 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 109: Settings Menu Power Controls
Power Management Settings Menu Power Controls The Settings item in the Start Menu (or via the Action Center) gives you access to a number of power settings control panels which enable you to quickly adjust power options. Click System to access the menu including the power option settings. Figure 4 - 8 Settings Settings Menu Power Controls 4 - 13...
Page 110 Power Management Battery Saver Battery in Settings will display the battery level, and by clicking Battery usage by app you can see the current state of battery usage by application etc. The Battery saver can be level can be adjusted to be turned on if the battery level falls below a certain level to limit background activity and push notifications.
Page 111 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 4 - 10 Settings > Power & Sleep Settings Menu Power Controls 4 - 15...
Page 112: Battery Information
Power Management Battery Information  Follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Power Slider Battery Power The Power Slider (click Your computer’s battery power is dependent upon many factors, including the pro- the battery icon grams you are running, and peripheral devices attached.
Page 113: Power Slider Settings
Power Management Power Slider Settings  Better Best Battery Saver Battery Saver Better Battery Performance Performance Note that some Win- dows features and back- ground applications may behave differently, or may be blocked, when the system is in Battery Saver mode (check with For DC Only For AC &...
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 4 - 14 Change Plan Settings / Change Advanced Power Settings 4 - 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 4 - 15 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: Removing The Battery
Power Management Removing the Battery  We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to remove Bottom Cover the battery for any reason (e.g. long term storage) see below. Removal Warning Turn the computer off, and carefully turn it over. Do not remove any cov- Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow.
Page 122: Inserting The Battery
Power Management Inserting the Battery Orientate the battery as illustrated below and align the battery with the edges of the battery compartment. Insert it into the compartment in the direction of the arrow (it should click into place). Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow into the lock position.
Page 123: 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 124: 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 125: 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 126: 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 127: 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 128: 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 129: 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 130: 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 FlexiCharger (see page Software Guard Extensions, VT-d and Fast Boot. 5 - 8 Advanced Menu...
Page 131: 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 132: Vt-D (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)
BIOS Utilities VT-d (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) Enable/disable Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) from this menu. This extends Intel's Virtualization Technology (VT) by providing hard- ware assists for a virtualization solution. Fast Boot(Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) Use this menu item to enable/disable the Fast Boot option, which when enabled, helps reduce the time it takes to boot the computer.
Page 133: Sata Mode (Advanced Menu)
BIOS Utilities SATA Mode (Advanced Menu)  You can configure SATA (Serial ATA) control to operate in AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) or Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceler- SATA Mode ation (or RAID - Redundant Array of Independent disks) modes from this menu. Selection The SATA Mode should be set BEFORE installing an operating system, and after If you have installed the...
Page 134: Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu)
BIOS Utilities Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu) Use this menu item to enable/disable the beep as the computer starts up. Battery Low Alarm Beep (Advanced Menu) Use this menu item to enable/disable the battery low alarm beep. 5 - 12 Advanced Menu...
Page 135: 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 136: 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 137: 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 - 17).
Page 138: 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 139: 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 140: 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 141: 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 142 BIOS Utilities 5 - 20...
Page 143: 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 144: Setting Up Sata Raid, Optane™ Or Ahci Mode
Modules Setting Up SATA RAID, Optane™ or AHCI Mode  Note that your system can be set up as a RAID OR to support Intel® Optane™, RAID Solid State it cannot be set to support both systems. Drives AHCI Mode All SSDs in a RAID Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows should be identical (the...
Page 145: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Application
Modules Intel Rapid Storage Technology Application ®  Make sure you install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application if you ™ Intel® Optane have set up your system in Intel RST Premium (for Intel Optane ) mode (see ® ™ “Intel®...
Page 146 Modules RAID Level Description Table 6 - 1 RAID Levels Identical drives reading and writing data in parallel to increase performance. RAID 0 RAID 0 implements a striped disk array and the data is broken into blocks and each block is written to a separate disk drive.
Page 147: Raid Setup (2 * Pcie Ssds) - Uefi Enabled
Modules RAID Setup (2 * PCIE SSDs) - UEFI Enabled If you are setting up a RAID using 2 * PCIE SSDs, with the Windows 10 OS in- stalled on one of them, then follow the setup procedure below: To configure your RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) system in Strip- ing (RAID 0) or Mirroring (RAID 1) modes (see Table 6 - 1, on page 6 - 4) you will...
Page 148 Modules Go to the operable computer and insert a USB Flash drive. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the CD/DVD drive of the operable computer. Copy the f6flpy-x64 folder from the location below (D: denotes your DVD drive) on the Device Drivers &...
Page 149 Modules Figure 6 - 2 Name the RAID Volume (Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology) 16. Go to RAID Level: and press <Enter>. 17. Choose the RAID Level required (see Table 6 - 1, on page 6 - 4 for details) and press <Enter>.
Page 150 Modules 18. Go to any of the disks listed under Select Disks: and select a disk name and press <Enter>. 19. Move the cursor down (use the arrow keys) onto to X (o select the disk required and press <Enter>. Figure 6 - 3 Select Disks (Advanced >...
Page 151 Modules 23. The RAID volume will then be created and the RAID information will be displayed under Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology (in the Advanced menu). Figure 6 - 4 Created RAID Information (Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology) 24. Press <Esc> to exit the menu. 25.
Page 152 Modules 26. Press <F7> as the computer starts up to bring up the boot device menu. 27. Select the DVD drive containing the Windows 10 OS DVD and press <Enter>. 28. Press a key at system startup to begin installing Windows from your Microsoft Windows 10 disc.
Page 153: Raid Setup - Uefi Disabled
Modules RAID Setup - UEFI Disabled To configure your RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) system in Strip- ing (RAID 0) or Mirroring (RAID 1) modes (see Table 6 - 1, on page 6 - 4) you will require two identical hard disks or solid state drives. You need to setup a RAID before installing your Windows 10 operating system, and you will need to prepare the following in order to do so.
Page 154 Modules Figure 6 - 5 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM Type the RAID volume name and then press Tab or Enter to advance to the next field. 10. Specify (use the up and down arrow keys) the RAID level (RAID 0 (Stripe) or RAID 1 (Mirror) and then press Tab or Enter to advance to the next field.
Page 155 Modules 14. Press Enter to select Create Volume. 15. Press Enter to create the volume, and confirm the selection by pressing Y. 16. This will now return to the main menu. Figure 6 - 6 RAID Created 17. Select 6.Exit and press Enter, then press Y to exit the RAID configuration menu. Setting Up SATA RAID, Optane™...
Page 156 Modules 18. As the computer starts up make sure the Windows 10 OS DVD is in the attached DVD drive and it will automatically boot from the Windows 10 OS DVD (you will be prompted to press a key to boot from the DVD). Alternatively you can press <F7> as the computer starts up to bring up the boot device menu.
Page 157: Deleting A Raid (Windows 10)
Modules Deleting a RAID (Windows 10) If you wish to delete an existing RAID then follow the procedure below to do so. How- ever backup up any necessary files and data before deleting a RAID, as doing so will result in the loss of all data on the RAID volumes. Start-up your notebook computer and press <F2>...
Page 158: 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 - 41). See also “Clearing Intel® Optane™” on page 6 - 20 (however backup up any nec- essary files and data before deleting an Optane setup, as doing so will result in the loss of all data on the volumes).
Page 159 Modules 12. Select SATA Mode (see page 11), press <Enter> and select “Intel RST Premium...”. Figure 6 - 8 SATA Mode Selection (BIOS) 13. Press <F4> and <Yes> to “Save Changes and Reset”. 14. As the computer restarts press <F2> to enter the BIOS again. 15.
Page 160 Modules 18. Press <F4> and <Yes> to “Save Changes and Reset”, however ensure that the  condition in the bulleted point below is met before doing so. Creating a Windows • Make sure the Windows 10 OS DVD is in the attached DVD drive, as the com- Partition for Optane puter starts up it will automatically boot from the Windows 10 OS DVD (you will be prompted to press a key to boot from the DVD).
Page 161 Modules 30. After installing the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application you can access Device Manager (right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager). 31. Click Disk drives to check the Optane drive. Figure 6 - 10 Device Manager (Disk drives) Setting Up SATA RAID, Optane™...
Page 162: 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 163 Modules Select “Deconcatentate” and press <Enter>. Figure 6 - 12 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology (Deconcatentate) Select Yes from the “Are you sure you want to perform deconcatentation” option. Setting Up SATA RAID, Optane™ or AHCI Mode 6 - 21...
Page 164 Modules Select “Start deconcatentation” and press <Enter>. Figure 6 - 13 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 - 9 on page 6 - 17).
Page 165: 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 2 - 1, on page 2 - The use of any portable Note that you need to install both the WLAN &...
Page 166: 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 167 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 168 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 169: 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 170: 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 171 Modules Bluetooth Configuration in Windows Go to the Settings control panel and click Devices (or click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar and click Add a Bluetooth Device). Click Bluetooth & other devices and make sure Bluetooth is On. Click Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth (Add a device) and a list of discovered devices will appear.
Page 172 Modules Double-click the device you want to pair with the computer and click Connect, if the PIN matches that on the device to which you wish to connect (you may need to click paid on the device). Figure 6 - 19 Bluetooth Connect 6 - 30 Bluetooth &...
Page 173 Modules Select a device and click Remove Device to disconnect from any device (click Yes to confirm). Figure 6 - 20 Bluetooth Remove Device Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module 6 - 31...
Page 174: To Make Your Computer Discoverable To Bluetooth Devices
Modules To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices Go to the Settings control panel and click Devices (or click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar and click Open Settings). Click Bluetooth & other devices and click More Bluetooth options. In Bluetooth Settings make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this PC check box (Discovery) has a check inside it.
Page 175: Sound Blaster Cinema 5
Modules Sound Blaster Cinema 5 Install the Sound Blaster Connect application is a suite of audio technologies which allow you to configure the audio settings to your requirements for the best perfor- mance in games, music and movies. Sound Blaster Cinema 5 Installation 1.
Page 176 Modules 13. A list of apps being downloaded will pop-up. 14. To prioritize the Sound Blaster Connect driver you can click Pause all to pause the download queue. 15. Click on Sound Blaster Connect and click on the resume icon to down- load the driver.
Page 177: Sound Blaster Connect Application
Modules Sound Blaster Connect Application Run the Sound Blaster Connect control panel from the Start menu in Windows. Figure 6 - 22 Sound Blaster Connect (Windows Start Menu) Sound Blaster Cinema 5 6 - 35...
Page 178 Modules Sound Blaster Connect (Sound Experience)  You can save configured sound settings under the EQ and SBX Pro Studio in Sound Experience. You can create your own Library settings by clicking the plus Settings icon in Library . Click the Output icon to select Headphones or Click on Settings if you Speakers.
Page 179 Modules Sound Blaster Connect (Headphones) Configure Headphone types by selecting the most appropriate type. Figure 6 - 24 Sound Blaster Connect - Headphones Sound Blaster Cinema 5 6 - 37...
Page 180 Modules Sound Blaster Connect (Speakers) Configure and test the settings for Speakers from this menu. Figure 6 - 25 Sound Blaster Connect - Speakers 6 - 38 Sound Blaster Cinema 5...
Page 181: Intel® Software Guard Extensions Driver
Modules Intel Software Guard Extensions Driver ® Install the Intel® Software Guard Extensions Driver which provides a set of in- structions allowing user-level code a degree of security, and privacy, from the oper- ating system. Intel SGX Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive.
Page 182: Intel® Speed Shift Technology Driver
Modules Intel Speed Shift Technology Driver ®  Install the Intel® Speed Shift Technology driver as outlined below. Speed Shift *P-States Technology allows operating system to hand off some or all control of the handing P-states are voltage-fre- of the computer’s *P-States to the processor. This has a couple of noticeable benefits quency pairs that set the in responsiveness and the reduction of power consumption.
Page 183: 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 184: 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 185: Enabling Intel® Optane
Modules Enabling Intel® Optane™ Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. Click Enable. Figure 6 - 27 ® 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 186 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 187 Modules Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application to check the status. Figure 6 - 30 ® IRST - Intel ™ Optane Memory (Enabled) Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 6 - 45...
Page 188: 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® Optane™ if you want to reinstall/ reset the system or up- date the IRST driver.
Page 189 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 190: Pc Camera
Modules PC Camera Use the Fn + F10 key combination (see “Function Keys & Visual Indicators” on page 1 - 12) 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 191: 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). The interface displays two buttons on the right of the screen;...
Page 192 Modules Click Settings to access the camera settings menu to make adjustments for Camera press and hold button, photo Aspect ratio, Framing grid, Time lapse, video recording frame rates and Flicker reduction.  Camera Settings The Self Timer can be set to take Photos after 2, 5 or 10 seconds and can also be set to continue taking pictures until the camera button is pressed again (Photo Burst).
Page 193 Modules With the Pro menu expanded you can access the Exposure compensation button to adjust the brightness. Figure 6 - 37 Camera Brightness Adjustment PC Camera 6 - 51...
Page 194: 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). Click to select either photo or video modes.
Page 195 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). You can also access the photos from the Camera roll icon at the bottom right of the Camera app screen.
Page 196: 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 197: 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. Press Enter to access the Security Device Support menu and select Enable.
Page 198: 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 - 41 BitLocker Drive Encryption (TPM Administration) 6 - 56 Trusted Platform Module...
Page 199 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 - 42 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Management on...
Page 200: 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 201 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 202 Modules 6 - 60...
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 Device”...
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 “Function Keys & Visual Indicators”...
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 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 217: 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 218 Troubleshooting 7 - 16...
Page 219: 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 220: 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 221: Mini Displayport 1.3
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description Mini DisplayPort 1.3 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. ...
Page 222: Usb 2.0 Port
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description 1 * USB 2.0 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.
Page 223: Control Center Overview
Appendix B: Control Center Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the functions of the Control Center & Flexikey® appli- cations. Control Center gives quick access to frequently used controls and settings. Click the Control Center icons The Control Center to toggle the appropriate function, or hold the mouse button down and move the dial control where applicable.
Page 224  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. Flexikey®...
Page 225: Control Center Menus
Control Center Menus The Control Center contains 4 menu headings (System Monitor, Basic Setting, FlexiKey and Extra Set- ting) in the top left of the Control Center. A further menu item (LED Device) is available for systems sup- porting illuminated white LED keyboards and illuminated color LED keyboards only. Click the menu headings and then click any of the buttons outlined on the following pages.
Page 226: System Monitor
System Monitor The System Monitor tab provides information on the computer’s GPU and CPU. Click on any of the four tabs at the bottom of the screen to access the adjustable settings for Fan, CPU, Memory and GPU. Figure B - 3 - System Monitor B - 4 System Monitor...
Page 227: Fan Speed Setting
Fan Speed Setting You can set the fan speed to Maximum (full power), Automatic or Custom from this menu item. The fan speed will adjust itself automatically to control the heat of the CPU. However you can adjust the setting to maximum if you prefer.
Page 228: Basic Setting
Basic Setting The Basic Setting allows you to adjust the power mode and other system features. Figure B - 5 - Basic Setting & Power Modes Power Modes You can set a Power Mode by clicking the appropriate icon in the center of the Control Center. Each pow- er mode will affect Airplane Mode and PC camera power.
Page 229: Power Status
Power Status 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 The Brightness icon will show the current screen brightness level.
Page 230: Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Number Lock/Airplane Mode
Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/Number Lock/Airplane Mode Click the button to toggle the appropriate lock mode and Airplane Mode. Note that Airplane Mode is not an indicator, and is not intended to display the current status (check the LED indicator), but a toggle and can be overridden by one of the power modes. B - 8 Basic Setting...
Page 231: Led Device Menu
LED Device Menu KB Sleep Timer / KB Brightness (for Illuminated White Keyboards) Enable and then select the amount of time the system for which the system is idle before the keyboard LED en- ters sleep mode (i.e. the LED keyboard illumination will turn off to save power). You can also adjust the key- board brightness.
Page 232: Keyboard Backlight Led Device (For Illuminated Colored Keyboards)
Keyboard Backlight LED Device (for Illuminated Colored Keyboards) The Keyboard Backlight LED Device application can be accessed by pressing the Fn plus key (or by clicking LED Device in the top left of the Control Center). The KB Sleep Timer and KB Brightness controls are also available for White LED Illuminated keyboards.
Page 233: Color Swatch
Color Swatch The color swatch in the middle of the screen allows you to select a range of colors for your keyboard backlight by clicking on the color required. Click to select any colors from the swatch to apply to the whole keyboard (un- der Keyboard All) or parts of the keyboard (under Keyboard Partial).
Page 234: Led Mode - Keyboard All/Keyboard Partial
LED Mode - Keyboard All/Keyboard Partial Click either of the headings on the left under LED Mode (Keyboard All or Keyboard Partial) to select how the colors will be applied. • Keyboard All - Simply click a color from the outer band of the swatch, or click one of the color mixes from the center of the swatch and it will be immediately applied to the whole keyboard.
Page 235: Keyboard Effects
Keyboard Effects Click on Keyboard Effect (under LED Mode) and then click any of the Effect buttons to view the effects on the keyboard. Wave Breath Cycle Random Flash Dance Tempo Figure B - 10 - Keyboard Effects LED Device Menu B - 13...
Page 236: Extra Setting
Extra Setting The Extra Setting tab allows you to adjust the app skin color to your choice. Figure B - 11 - Extra Setting B - 14 Extra Setting...
Page 237: Flexikey® Application
Flexikey® Application Click FlexiKey in the top left of the Control Center to access the Flexikey® application. You can use the Fn + Backspace key combination to toggle the Flexikey® application on and off. Profiles The controls at the top right side of the application relate to Profiles. You can Add/Delete Profiles (you can maintain 12 active Profiles), Export and Import profiles by clicking on the appropriate icon.
Page 238 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 239 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. An on screen icon will also pop-up to display the status of the application as it is toggled on/off.
Page 240 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 top of the page.
Page 241 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). Click the button number and then select the action type (Express Key, Launch App, Express Text or Disable) from the menu.
Page 242: Keyboard Settings - Express Key
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 the chosen key to select it, and then click to select Express Key.
Page 243 In the following example we want to change an existing game key configuration which uses the left shift key for sprinting, and the W key for moving forwards, to use the left Ctrl key to combine this movement to sprint forward.
Page 244: Enabling Delay Time
Enabling Delay Time If you want to create a delay between key presses within the key combination, then you can use Enable Delay Time function to do so. Enable and select the keyboard under your chosen profile, click on the chosen key to select it, and then click to select Express Key.
Page 245 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 - 19 - Time Record Between Key Presses If you want to remove any individual key click to select it, and then click the delete symbol.
Page 246: Keyboard Settings - Launch App
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. Click Browse...
Page 247 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 red. Figure B - 21 - Macro Keyboard - Key Set to Launch App If you want to remove any Launch App Key, select it and click on Restore.
Page 248: Keyboard Settings - Express Text
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.
Page 249 Click the Record button in Send and press the keys to use 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.
Page 250: Keyboard Settings - Disable
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. The key will now be disabled. If you want to enable the key again, select it and click on Restore.
Page 251: Mouse Settings - Express Key
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.
Page 252: Enabling Time Record For Mouse Settings
Click the Record button 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). Click the Record button again to complete the process and stop recording. Click on the key, and then click in the Tool Tips field and type to give the key combination a name e.g.
Page 253: Mouse Settings - Launch App
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 Launch App.
Page 254 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 red. Figure B - 26 - Macro Mouse - Button Set to Launch App B - 32 Mouse Settings - Launch App...
Page 255: Mouse Settings - Express Text
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.
Page 256 Click the Record button in Send and press the keys to use 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.
Page 257: Mouse Settings - Disable
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. The button click will now be disabled.
Page 258: Statistics
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 the Record button to start recording the frequency of key presses for keys used. You can then go to the application for which you wish to use the profile, and use the application as per normal so that a standard set of keys used may be recorded.
Page 259: 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 - 27. Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 2 - 1, on page 2 - Video Card Options Note that this computer...
Page 260: 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 261 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 262 Video Driver Controls  HDMI Port & Mini DisplayPort All external and internal displays can be configured from Windows by using System > Display con- C - 6 C - 5 trol panel in Settings (in Settings - page ), or the + P (or Fn + F7 - page ) key com- bination.
Page 263: 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 264: Configuring An External Display In Windows
Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display In Windows The System > Display Control Panel in Settings may also be used to configure dis- plays. Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it 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 3 displays from the System > Display menu.  3 Connected Displays Note that when 3 dis- plays are connected, only 2 displays may be configured in Duplicate mode. Figure C - 4 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 - 6 HDMI Device Properties HDMI Audio Configuration C - 9...
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 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 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 Mini DisplayPort 1.3. Figure C - 10 NVIDIA Control Panel (with External Display Attached to the Mini DisplayPort 1.3) C - 16 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 - 11 Help Menu NVIDIA Control Panel C - 17...
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: 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 - 17 HDCP Status HDCP Status C - 23...
Page 282: 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 283: 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 284: 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 285: 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 286: 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. You can use the Intel HD Control Panel to configure external displays at- ® tached to the HDMI port. To access the control panel see below and overleaf. Right-click the Desktop and select Intel(R) Graphics Settings from the menu.
Page 287 Video Driver Controls Double-click the Intel(R) HD Graphics control panel in the Windows Control Panel. Figure C - 23 Control Panel Intel Graphics ® Settings Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel C - 29...
Page 288 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 289 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 290 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 - 41).
Page 291 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 292 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 293 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 - 29 Intel ® HD Graphics Control Panel Options and Support...
Page 294 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 295 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 296 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 - 32 Intel ®...
Page 297 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 298: 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 HDMI port. See your display device manual to see External Displays which formats are supported.
Page 299: 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 300 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 301: 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 302: Core Logic
Specifications Core Logic Audio  Mobile Intel® H370 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 303: Interface
Specifications Interface Slots Operating System One USB 2.0 Port Three M.2 Slots: Windows® 10 RS3 (64-bit) One USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port (Type-A) =============================== Features (Depends on Model Type) Two USB 3.1 Gen 2 Ports (Type-A) Slot 1: for M.2 2230 WLAN Combo Module Card with PCIe/USB/CNVi Interfaces (E Key) One USB 3.1 Gen 2 Port (Type-C) Metal Style...
Page 304: Power
Specifications Power Removable 6 Cell Smart Lithium-Ion Battery Pack 47WH (Factory Option) Full Range AC/DC Adapter – AC in 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz DC Output 19V, 7.89A (150 Watts) Environmental Spec Temperature ° ° Operating: C - 35 Non-Operating: -20°C - 60°C Relative Humidity Operating:...

Clevo NB55TK1 User Manual

Quick Start Guide Overview

Drivers & Utilities

Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Overview

Power Management Overview

BIOS Utilities Overview

Modules Overview

Troubleshooting Overview

Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview

1 USB 2.0 Port

2 USB 3.1 Gen

Control Center Overview

Video Driver Controls

Specifications

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