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Summary of Contents for MSI GE66
- Page 1 USER GUIDE Gaming｜Content Creation｜Business & Productivity...
- Page 2 USER GUIDE NOTEBOOK...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Turkey EEE regulation ....................1-8 Ukraine restriction of hazardous substances ............1-8 Vietnam RoHS......................1-8 Upgrade and Warranty ....................1-9 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts ..................1-9 Safety Instructions ......................1-10 MSI Highlights ......................1-13 Introductions ................2-1 Unpacking ........................2-2 Product Overview ......................2-3 Top-open View ......................2-3 Front Side View .......................2-5 Right Side View .......................2-6... - Page 4 How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows OS ..........3-19 Activating Bluetooth Connection ................3-19 How to Connect External Devices ................3-22 Video: How to Use RAID Function (optional) .............3-23 Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks ....3-24 Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install ..............3-25...
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Page 5: 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 6: Fcc-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ▶ This device may not cause harmful interference. ▶ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. MSI Computer Corp. 901 Canada Court, City of Industry, CA 91748, USA (626)913-0828 www.msi.com... -
Page 7: Ce Conformity
CE Conformity This device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive. Battery Regulations European Union: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations. -
Page 8: Chemical Substances Information
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: https://csr.msi.com/global/index RoHS Statement Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declaration... -
Page 9: 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 10: Safety Instructions
• Always use the AC/DC adapter and power cord approved by MSI, or a compatible one purchased from MSI. • Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it. - Page 11 WARNING: Do not ingest battery. If the coin / button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. Keep the notebook away from humidity and high temperature. Always keep the strong magnetic or electrical objects away from the notebook.
- Page 12 • 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 13: Msi Highlights
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 Features and configurations may vary by models. It is recommended to consult with local retailers for detailed information. Enhance Your Creativity with MSI Pen MSI Pen features a customizable remote function for presentation and other application. - Page 14 1-14...
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Page 15: Introductions
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Page 16: 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 17: Product Overview
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 18 Introductions Power Key/ Power LED/ GPU Mode LED Power Key • Press this key to turn the notebook power ON. • While the notebook is turned on, press this key to force the computer into sleep state. Press again to wake up the system from sleep state.
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Page 19: Front Side View
Front Side View Light Bar The illuminated activity can be adjusted by the SteelSeries Engine software. -
Page 20: Right Side View
Introductions Right Side View USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, supports high-speed data transfer for the connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. -
Page 21: Left Side View
Left Side View Kensington Lock This notebook provides a Kensington lock hole, which allows users to secure the notebook in place. Status LED Battery Status • LED glows when the battery is being charged. • LED turns amber while the battery is in low capacity status. • Continuously blinking if the battery fails. - Page 22 Introductions USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for the connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port (Type-C) (with DisplayPort function) USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras.
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Page 23: Rear Side View
Rear Side View Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. Thunderbolt (Type-C) port • Thunderbolt™ 4 supports USB4, PCIe, HDMI, DisplayPort connection; 8K display monitor output; up to 40Gbps transfer rate. • Supports maximum 5V/3A portable charging power output when AC power is connected. -
Page 24: Bottom Side View
Introductions Bottom Side View Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. Stereo Speakers This notebook may be equipped with built-in stereo speakers which deliver the high quality sound, and supports the HD audio technology. SSD Slots This notebook is equipped with a SSD M.2 slot that supports the SSD device with PCIe interface. -
Page 25: How To Use The Keyboard
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 the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. Use the FN keys on the keyboard to activate the specific applications or tools. With the help of these keys, users will be able to work more efficiently. -
Page 26: Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys
Introductions Enable Quick FN Launch Keys • This notebook is equipped with a set of Quick FN Launch Keys. Each function key, located on F2 to F12, has a built-in function that is available to use with an easy single press. • Users are allowed to enable or disable the Quick FN Launch Keys by pressing FN and ESC keys. - Page 27 • This notebook may be pre-installing with a versatile utility, MSI Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in multitasking. • Use this key to bring up the MSI Center application. Cooler Boost • Use this key to maximize the fan speed to cool down the overall temperature of the notebook.
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Page 28: Adjust The Sound Level Of The Speaker
Introductions 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 Display Increase the LCD brightness. Decrease the LCD brightness. Use Multiple Monitors If users connect an additional monitor to the notebook, the system will automatically detect the external monitor connected. -
Page 29: Application: True Color (Optional)
Application: True Color (optional) This notebook may be pre-installed with the True Color application. With this application, users can select various color settings for the best viewing experience. • Use both keys to launch the True Color application. True Color • Use both keys to change different view modes. -
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 I/O Port 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (with DisplayPort function) 1 x USB4 Type-C • PCIe, HDMI, DisplayPort connection optionally supported • 8K display monitor output Thunderbolt • Up to 40Gbps transfer rate • Supports maximum 5V/3A or 5V/1.5A portable charging...
- Page 32 Introductions Security TPM 2.0 is a hardware-based encryption device that collaborates with software measures to form a more advanced and secure data protection. Trusted Platform TPM functionalities can be de/activated in BIOS settings Module where appropriate. (optional) With professional versions of Windows, BitLocker is the default console available for TPM communications serving data encryption purposes.
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Page 33: How To Get Started
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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
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 ▶ 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 Os
How to Get Started How to Set Up a Power Plan in Windows OS * For selected models with Windows 11 operating system installed. 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 40 How to Get Started...
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Page 41: Create Your Own Power Plan
Create Your Own Power Plan You are allowed to create your own Power Plan and customize it to meet personal requirements. Click [Create a power plan] in [Power Options]. Start with an existing plan and give the new power plan a name. Click [Next] to continue. -
Page 42: How To Use The Touchpad
How to Get Started 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. ▶... -
Page 43: About Hdd And Ssd
▶ 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 44: How To Connect The Internet In Windows Os
How to Get Started How to Connect the Internet in Windows OS * For selected models with Windows 11 operating system installed. The figures shown here are for reference only, they may be varied depending on the different version of Windows operating system installed. Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is a wireless broadband connection that allows you to connect to the Internet without using any cables. - Page 45 3-13...
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Page 46: Wired Lan
How to Get Started Wired LAN Use cables 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 47 3-15...
- Page 48 How to Get Started 3-16...
- Page 49 ▶ Broadband (PPPoE) Connection Open up [Settings], find and click [Network & internet]. Select [Dial-up] within the [Network & internet] selection menu. Select [Set up a new connection]. 3-17...
- Page 50 How to Get Started Select [Connect to the Internet] under [Choose a connection option], and then click [Next]. Select [Set up a new connection anyway]. Click [Broadband (PPPoE)]. Fill User name, Password, and Connection name fields. Then click [Connect]. 3-18...
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Page 51: How To Set Up Bluetooth Connection In Windows Os
How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows * For selected models with Windows 11 operating system installed. Bluetooth pairing is a process in which two Bluetooth devices communicate with each other through an established connection. The figures shown here are for reference only, they may be vary depending on the different version of Windows operating system installed. - Page 52 How to Get Started 3-20...
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Page 54: How To Connect External Devices
How to Get Started 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 55: Video: How To Use Raid Function (Optional)
Video: How to Use RAID Function (optional) * For selected models with Windows 10 operating system installed. 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 56: 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 * For selected models with Windows 10 operating system installed. Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3M1Di0QF_k, to restore the Windows 10 operating system when it is needed. -
Page 57: Video: How To Use Msi One Touch Install
Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install * For selected models with Windows 10 operating system installed. MSI "One Touch Install", the one-click installer application, allows users to efficiently install all needed drivers on MSI notebooks with single click. - Page 58 MSI.COM SUPPORT SOCIAL MEDIA...