GIGABYTE AORUS 17 BSF - Portable Laptop Manual

Using AORUS Notebook for the First Time

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC-in jack of the notebook.
3. Connect the power cord to the power outlet.

Switching on the Power

After you turn on the notebook for the very first time, do not turn it off until the operating system has been configured. Please note that the volume for the audio will not function until Windows® Setup has completed.

• Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to a grounded power adapter before turning it on for the first time.
• When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be near to the unit and easily accessible.
• Locate the input/output mark on your Notebook PC and ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU.
• Power adapter information:
  • Input voltage: 100-240Vac
  • Input frequency: 50-60Hz
  • Rating output voltage 20V, 12A

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AORUS Notebook Tour

1. Microphone
2. Webcam
3. Display Panel
4. Light Sensor Area*
5. Power Button
6. Keyboard
7. Touchpad
8. USB 3.2 Port (USB type-A)
9. Audio Combo Jack

* The system will adjust the brightness of the screen automatically according to the ambient light, beware not to cover this area.

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• Do not remove the built-in lithium battery.
  For any service needs, please contact your local GIGABYTE Authorized Service Center.
• Do not install the Notebook PC on a slant or a place prone to vibrations, or avoid using the Notebook PC in that location for a long time. This increases the risk that a malfunction or damage to the product will occur.
• Do not store Notebook PC in direct sunlight or the location where temperatures exceed 112°F (45°C) such as inside a vehicle. There is a danger of Lithium-ion battery expansion and aging.
• Do not use the Notebook PC in a badly ventilated location such as on bedding, on a pillow or cushion, etc, and do not use it in a location such as room with floor heating as it may cause the computer to overheat. Take care that the Notebook PC vents (on the side or the bottom) are not blocked especially in these environments. If the vents are blocked, it may be dangerous and cause the Notebook PC to overheat.

Hotkeys

The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

Hotkey		Function	Description
Fn+ESC		Maximize Fan Speed	To increase the fan speed to 100%.
Fn+F1		Sleep	Put the computer in Sleep mode.
Fn+F2		Wireless LAN	Enables / disable the Wireless LAN function.
Fn+F3		Brightness Down	Decrease the screen brightness.
Fn+F4		Brightness Up	Increase the screen brightness.
Fn+F5		Display Toggle	Switch display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.
Fn+F6		Screen Display Lock	Lock your PC or switch accounts.
Fn+F7		Speaker Toggle	Turn the speaker on and off.
Fn+F8		Volume Down	Decrease the sound volume.
Fn+F9		Volume Up	Increase the sound volume.
Fn+F10		Touchpad Toggle	Turn the internal touchpad on and off.
Fn+F11		Airplane Mode	Enable/disable the Airplane Mode function.
Fn+F12		AI Mode	AI Mode Switch.
Fn+Space		Keyboard Backlight Toggle	Turn the keyboard backlight on and off.

Recovery Guide

System recovery (Restore your laptop operating system)
When something is going wrong with the laptop operating system, the storage of the laptop has a hidden partition containing a full back up image of the operating system that can be used to restore the system to factory default settings.
Note

• If the storage has been switched or the partition deleted, the recovery option will no longer be available and a recovery service will be needed.
• The recovery function is only available on devices with O/S preinstalled. Devices with EFI SHELL do not have the recovery function.

Launch system recovery
The system recovery feature is preinstalled before the laptop is shipped from the factory. The option menu allows you to launch the Windows recovery tool to reinstall the operating system to factory default.
The brief introduction below will show you how to start the recovery tool and restore your system.
All ready to go
Make sure your PC is plugged in. This will take a few minutes.

1. Turn off and restart the laptop.
2. During the laptop turn on process, press and hold F9 key to launch the tool.
   
3. Choose "Troubleshoot" to enter the recovery settings.
   
   (Also you can choose "Continue" to exit recovery system and continue to System for files or data backup.)
   There are two options for system recovery
   • Reset this PC - You can choose to keep or remove your files and then reinstalls Windows without losing your files.
   • Smart Recovery - Your PC settings will be restored to factory default settings.
     
     All personal data and files will be lost.
4. Smart Recovery
   The recovery will be activated and you will see the option buttons on the window. Click on "Yes" to start it.
   
   
   • Once the "Recovery" is selected, your personal data and files will be deleted after the laptop starts restoring, and the operating system will be reset to factory default settings
   • A progress indicator bar will show on the window when the recovery process is running. Please make sure the AC-adapter is plugged in and do not turn off the laptop.
     After the system recovery is completed, you will see the option button on the window, please click on "Shutdown".
5. Advanced options
   

   	System Restore Use a restore point recorded on your PC to restore Windows.
   	System Image Recovery Recover Windows using a specific system image file.
   	Startup Repair Fix problems that keep Windows from loading.
   	Command Prompt Use the Command Prompt for advanced troubleshooting.
   	UEFI Firmware Settings Change settings in your PC's UEFI firmware.
   	Startup Settings Change Windows Startup behavior.

Service:
GIGABYTE service website as the below link: https://www.gigabyte.com/Support/Laptop

FAQ

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) please refer to the below link: https://www.gigabyte.com/Support/Faq

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