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- Page 1 User's Manual NOTEBOOK...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Turkey EEE regulation ....................1-7 Ukraine restriction of hazardous substances ............1-7 Vietnam RoHS......................1-7 Upgrade and Warranty ....................1-8 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts ..................1-8 Safety Instructions ......................1-9 MSI Highlights ......................1-11 Introductions ................2-1 Unpacking ........................2-2 Product Overview ......................2-3 Top-open View ......................2-3 Front Side View .......................2-6 Right Side View .......................2-7... - Page 3 How to Connect External Devices ................3-23 Video: How to Use RAID Function ................3-24 How to Select Boot Mode in BIOS ................3-25 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks ....3-26 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install ..............3-27...
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Page 4: Copyright And Trademarks Notice
Copyright and Trademarks Notice Copyright © Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. -
Page 5: Fcc-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
User's Manual FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and radiates radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. -
Page 6: Battery Regulations
Chemical Substances Information In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at: http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html... -
Page 7: Rohs Statement
Vietnam RoHS As from December 1, 2012, all products manufactured by MSI comply with Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT temporarily regulating the permitted limits for a number of hazardous substances in electronic and electric products. -
Page 8: Upgrade And Warranty
5 years at most since the product has been discontinued, depending on the official regulations declared at the time. Please contact the manufacturer via http:// www.msi.com/support/ for the detailed information about the acquisition of spare parts. -
Page 9: Safety Instructions
User's Manual Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted. Keep the notebook away from humidity and high temperature. Lay the notebook on a stable surface before setting it up. Do not cover the ventilators of the notebook to prevent the notebook from overheating. - Page 10 • Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products. • Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further recycling information. • Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for information regarding proper disposal, take-back, recycling, and disassembly of MSI products.
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Page 11: Msi Highlights
User's Manual MSI Highlights Explore more exclusive features of MSI notebooks for all series, please visit: http://www.msi.com and https://www.youtube.com/user/MSI How to use SteelSeries Engine 3 on MSI notebooks MSI collaborates with SteelSeries to develop an exclusive SteelSeries Engine 3 in gaming notebooks. SteelSeries Engine 3 is the Apps to combine frequently used functions for gamers in multiple devices management. - Page 12 1-12...
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Page 13: Introductions
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Page 14: Unpacking
Introductions Congratulations on becoming an user of this notebook, the finely designed notebook. You will have a delightful and professional experience in using this exquisite notebook. We are proud to tell users that this notebook is thoroughly tested and certified by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction. -
Page 15: Product Overview
User's Manual Product Overview This section provides the description of basic aspects of the notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Please be aware that the figures shown here are for reference only. Top-open View The figure of top-open view and description shown below will lead you to browse the main operating area of your notebook. - Page 16 Use the quick launch buttons to activate the specific applications or tools. The following quick launch buttons will only be functioning in the operating system with the SCM application installed. Download SCM utility from MSI website for easy and convenient operation.
- Page 17 User's Manual Touchpad This is the pointing device of the notebook. Status LED Caps Lock Glows when the Caps Lock function is activated. Keyboard The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a notebook keyboard. Refer to How to Use the Keyboard for details.
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Page 18: Front Side View
Introductions Front Side View Status LED Wireless LAN (WiFi) • LED glows when WLAN (WiFi) function is enabled. • LED goes out when this function is disabled. Battery Status • LED glows when the battery is being charged. • LED turns glowing amber while the battery is in low capacity status. -
Page 19: Right Side View
User's Manual Right Side View USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port USB 3.1 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, delivers the higher interface speeds for connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring. Power Connector This connector is to connect the AC/DC adapter and supply power for the notebook. -
Page 20: Left Side View
Introductions Left Side View Kensington Lock This notebook provides a Kensington lock hole, which allows users to secure the notebook in place. HDMI Connector HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology is the industry-leading interface and de-facto standard connecting high-definition (HD) and ultra high- definition (UHD) equipment. - Page 21 User's Manual Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. RJ-45 Connector The Ethernet connector, with optionally supported transmitting rate of 10/100/1000/10000 megabits per second, is used to connect a LAN cable for network connection.
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Page 22: Rear Side View
Introductions Rear Side View Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 2-10... -
Page 23: Bottom Side View
User's Manual Bottom Side View Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. Battery Reset Hole Whenever the system firmware (EC) is upgraded or the system hangs, please 1) power off the notebook; 2) remove the AC power; 3) use a straightened paperclip and insert it to this hole for 10 secs;... - Page 24 Introductions SSD Slot 1 (optional) This notebook is equipped with a SSD M.2 slot that supports the SSD device with PCIe interface. Contact the authorized dealer or service center for product service. SSD Slot 2 This notebook is equipped with a SSD M.2 slot that supports the SSD device with PCIe or SATA interface.
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Page 25: How To Use The Keyboard
User's Manual How to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard. To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is a must to install SCM application before using the keyboard function keys. Windows Key You can find the Windows Logo key on the keyboard which is used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut menu. -
Page 26: Quick Launch Keys
Introductions Quick Launch Keys Use the [Fn] combination keys on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools. With the help of these keys, users will be able to do work more efficiently. • Press both Fn and F4 keys to launch the User Defined application. -
Page 27: Disable Or Enable Touchpad
User's Manual Disable or Enable Touchpad Enable or disable the touchpad function. Enter Sleep Mode Force the computer into sleep state (depending on the system configuration). Press the Power button to wake up the system from sleep state. Switch Display Switch the display output mode between the LCD, external monitor and both. -
Page 28: Adjust The Brightness Level Of The Display
Introductions Adjust the Brightness Level of the Display Increase the LCD brightness. Decrease the LCD brightness. Adjust the Sound Level of the Speaker Increase the built-in speaker’s volume. Decrease the built-in speaker’s volume. Mute the built-in speakers. Adjust the Brightness Level of the Keyboard Backlight LED (optional) Increase the brightness level of the keyboard backlight LEDs. -
Page 29: Video: How To Use [Fn] Buttons
User's Manual Video: How to Use [Fn] Buttons Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2EGE1rzfrQ YouTube Youku 2-17... -
Page 30: Specifications
The specifications listed here is reference only, and may change without notice. The actual products sold are different from areas. Visit MSI official website at www.msi.com, or contact the local retailers to learn the correct specifications of the product user purchased. - Page 31 User's Manual 1 x 150W, 19.5V AC/DC Adapter Input: 100-240V~, 50/60Hz (option 4) Output: 19.5V , 7.7A 1 x 135W, 19.5V AC/DC Adapter Input: 100-240V~, 50/60Hz (option 5) Output: 19.5V , 6.92A The actual AC/DC adapter that comes with the package may Note vary depending on the model users purchased.
- Page 32 Introductions Communication Port Supported Wireless LAN Supported Bluetooth Supported Display 15.6" HD/ FHD/ UHD LED panel LCD Type 17.3" HD/ FHD/ UHD LED panel Video • NVIDIA GeForce discrete graphics ® ® with NVIDIA Optimus™ supported ® Graphics • Intel HD UMA graphics ®...
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Page 33: How To Get Started
How to Get Started User's Manual NOTEBOOK... -
Page 34: Begin To Use The Notebook
How to Get Started Begin to Use the Notebook For a new user of this notebook, we would like to suggest you follow the illustrations below to begin to use the notebook. -
Page 35: How To Use The Notebook Comfortably
User's Manual How to Use the Notebook Comfortably If you are a beginner to the notebook, please read the following instructions to assure your own safety, and make yourself comfortable during the operations. ▶ Good illumination is essential in the work area. ▶... -
Page 36: How To Manage Power Supply
How to Get Started How to Manage Power Supply This section provides users basic safety precautions to take when using an AC/DC adapter and battery power properly. AC/DC Adapter Ensure that your notebook is connected to an AC power source via the AC adapter before turning it on for the first time. - Page 37 User's Manual ▶ Battery type • This notebook may be equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion or Li-polymer battery pack depending on the model you have. • The rechargeable battery pack is an internal power source of the notebook. ▶ Battery charging behavior To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, read the tips below: • Suspend system operation if the system will be idle for a while or shorten the suspend timer’s time period.
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Page 38: How To Set Up A Power Plan In Windows 10
How to Get Started How to Set Up a Power Plan in Windows 10 A power plan is a collection of hardware and system settings that manages how your computer uses and conserves power. Power plans can save energy, maximize system performance, or balance energy conservation with performance. - Page 39 User's Manual...
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Page 41: Create Your Own Power Plan
User's Manual Create Your Own Power Plan You can create your own power plan and customize it as your requirement. However, it will be recommended to use ECO Mode power saving function to optimize the battery life while using this notebook. Please refer to the section of System Control Manager (SCM) in the Notebook Software Application Manual for details. - Page 42 How to Get Started 3-10...
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Page 43: How To Use The Touchpad
User's Manual How to Use the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen. ▶ Configure the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. -
Page 44: About Hdd And Ssd
How to Get Started ▶ Point and Click When you have moved and placed the cursor over an icon, a menu item or a command that you want to execute, simply tap slightly on the touchpad or press the left button to select. This procedure, called as point and click is the basics of operating your notebook. -
Page 45: How To Connect The Internet
User's Manual How to Connect the Internet Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is a wireless broadband connection that allows you to connect to the Internet without using any cables. Follow the instructions below to set up a Wireless LAN connection. ▶ Wireless LAN Connection Go to the desktop. - Page 46 How to Get Started ▶ Check the Wireless LAN status When Airplane mode is enabled, Wireless LAN connection will be turned off. Before setting up a Wireless LAN connection, make sure that Airplane mode is turned off. Go to the desktop. Find the icon in the lower-right corner of the task bar and click on it to unfold the settings menu.
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Page 47: Wired Lan
User's Manual Wired LAN Using cables and network adapters to connect to the Internet. Before setting up the connection of Dynamic IP/PPPoE or Broadband (PPPoE) or Static IP, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for assistance of setting up Internet connection. - Page 48 How to Get Started 3-16...
- Page 49 User's Manual ▶ Broadband (PPPoE) Connection Go to the desktop. Find the icon in the lower-right corner of the task bar, right click on it to select [Open Network & Internet settings]. Select [Network and Sharing Center] and then select [Set up a new connection or network] under [Change your networking settings].
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- Page 51 User's Manual ▶ Static IP Connection Follow the previous steps 1 to 4 in Dynamic IP/PPPoE Connection. Select [General] tab and click [Use the following IP address] and [Use the following DNS server addresses]. You will be asked to fill the IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway, and then click [OK].
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Page 52: How To Set Up Bluetooth Connection
How to Get Started How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection Bluetooth pairing is a process in which two Bluetooth devices communicate with each other through an established connection. Activating Bluetooth Connection ▶ Checking the Bluetooth status When Airplane mode is enabled, Bluetooth connection will be turned off. Before setting up a Bluetooth connection, make sure that Airplane mode is turned off. - Page 53 User's Manual 3-21...
- Page 54 How to Get Started ▶ Pairing the Bluetooth devices Go to [Start/ Settings/ Devices], and then find [Bluetooth & other devices]. Click on [Add Bluetooth or other device]. Click on [Bluetooth]. Select a device to start pairing. Give the passcode as instructed by the device waiting to be connected, and then click on [Connect] to continue.
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Page 55: How To Connect External Devices
User's Manual How to Connect External Devices This notebook may be equipped with various connecting I/O (input/output) ports, such as USB, HDMI, DisplayPort, and mini DisplayPort. Users will be able to connect diverse peripheral devices to the notebook. To connect these devices, refer to the instruction manuals of each device first, and then connect the device to the notebook. -
Page 56: Video: How To Use Raid Function
How to Get Started Video: How to Use RAID Function This notebook may support RAID function of different levels. RAID allows users to store data on multiple hard disk drives or solid state drives. Contact the local dealer for further and correct information and be noted that the supported RAID functions may vary depending on the models users purchased. -
Page 57: How To Select Boot Mode In Bios
Move the cursor to [Boot] tab, and select [Boot mode select] in Boot Configuration. For operating system supports UEFI-based BIOS (Windows 10), it is suggested to select [UEFI]. Refer to MSI FAQ for further information about installing Windows operating system on the notebook at https://www.msi.com/faq/notebook-1971 3-25... -
Page 58: Video: How To Restore Windows 10 Operating System On Msi Notebooks
How to Get Started Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSrK6xAQooU, to restore the Windows 10 operating system by using [F3 Recovery] and [Windows 10 Settings] when it is needed. -
Page 59: Video: How To Use Msi One Touch Install
User's Manual Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with single click. Watch the instruction video at: Windows 10/ 8.1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERItRaJUKQs Windows 7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43lnM4m-500...