Gigabyte P55, P55W Manual

Introduction

This manual will help you to get started with setting up your notebook. The final product configuration depends on the model at the point of your purchase. GIGABYTE reserves the right to amend without prior notice. For more detailed information, please visit our website at www.gigabyte.com

Using GIGABYTE Notebook for the First Time

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

• 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 rating label 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: 19.5V,9.23A or 19.5V, 10.3A
  

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.

Booting Up the Notebook for the First Time
Depending on your configuration, the Microsoft^® Windows^® Boot Screen will be the first screen that you will see as the notebook starts up. Follow the on-screen prompts and instructions and enter your personal information to complete the setup of the Windows^® Operating System.

Your GIGABYTE Notebook Tour

Top View

1. Webcam Status LED Indicator
2. Webcam
3. Microphone
4. Power Button
5. TouchPad
6. Battery Indicator Button
7. LED Indicators

   1. Right-click to show the remaining power percentage. As shown below, the battery life indicator is available when the laptop is shut down, in stand-by or hibernation. (Battery mode)
      

   2. 	Bluetooth Status LED
      	Wireless Lan Status LED
      	HDD Status LED
      	Battery Status LED
      	Power Status LED

Left View

1. Kensington Lock Slot
2. Mini Display Port
3. Ethernet Port
4. HDMI Port
5. USB 3.1
6. USB 3.0

Right View

1. Microphone Jack
2. Headphone Jack
3. USB 3.0
4. Optical Disc Drive
5. DC-in Jack

Base View

1. SD Card Reader
2. Speakers

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 and use 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 + ~	Playback	Media Playback control.
	Fn + F1	Touchpad Toggle	Turn the internal touchpad ON/OFF
	Fn + F2	LCD Toggle	Turn LCD OFF (Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on)
	Fn + F3	Speaker Toggle	Turn the sperker ON/OFF
	Fn + F4	Sleep Toggle	Put the computer in Sleep mode
	Fn + F5	Volume Down	Decrease the sound Volume
	Fn + F6	Volume Up	Increase the sound Volume
	Fn + F7	Display Toggle	Switch display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both.
	Fn + F8	Brightness Down	Decrease the screen brightness
	Fn + F9	Brightness Up	Increase the screen brightness
	Fn + F10	Webcam	Turn the internal webcam ON/OFF.
	Fn + F11	Airplane Mode Toggle	Turn the Airplane Mode ON/OFF *This function is only available in certain region
	Fn + F12	Keyboard Backlight Toggle	Turn the keyboard backlight ON/OFF

GIGABYTE Software Application

GIGABYTE Smart Manager
You can activate GIGABYTE Smart Manager by double clicking on the shortcut icon on the desktop if the machine you purchased has the operation system built-in. GIGABYTE Smart Manager is an icon-based control interface, enabling users to intuitionally access common system setup as well as GIGABYTE exclusive utilities. Please be noted that the GIGABYTE Smart Manager interface, icons, utilities and software versions may vary based on the purchased models. Please operate GIGABYTE Smart Manager according to the actual version built-in.

Smart USB Backup Guide (Original: Recovery Image USB)

1. Please plug in the USB disk which is at least 20GB in capacity to make the original image (backup the data in USB first. All data will be eliminated during the creation of recovery USB disk)
   
2. Insert the driver disk to your optical drive and run the install of "Smart USB Backup" (for none-ODD model, please use USB ODD device or download from http://www.gigabyte.com
   
3. Run the "Smart USB Backup" after finishing the install.
   
4. Select your USB disk from the dropdown list and start to create the recovery USB disk.
   
5. • The window will pop out when the creation of recovery disk is done.
   • Please press F12 on starting the system when you need to restore the system. Select "boot from recovery USB disk" and the system will be restored.
   • The time needed for restore will be around 30 mins(time needed may vary by USB disk model).

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 DOS 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.

Windows 10 Recovery Guide

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 Windows 10 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.
   • GIGABYTE Smart Recovery
     Your PC settings will be restored to factory default settings.
     
     All personal data and files will be lost.
4. Choose "Reset this PC"
   
   • Keep my files
     Choose an account to continue. All apps will be removed, and settings will back to pure O/S (without GIGABYTE app), but your personal files will be kept.
   • Remove everything
     All apps, setting and personal files will be removed.
   • Just remove my files
     Only personal data and files will be removed, but computer settings will be kept.
   • Fully clean the drive
     The drive will be completely restored to factory default settings. It takes more time. > [Click on "Reset" to execute recovery function.]
     Here are what will happen
     • All of your personal files and apps will be removed.
     • Your PC settings will be restored to pure O/S (without GIGABYTE app).

• GIGABYTE 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".
    
• 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 trobleshooting.
  	UEFI Firmware Settings Change settings in your PC's UEFI firmware.
  	Startup Settings Change Windows Startup behavior.

Installing the Thermal Pad for M.2 SSD on P55

If you want to install M.2 SSD on your P55, we strongly recommend that you should read this instruction first in order not to installtion fail. We(GIGABYTE) won't be responsible for any damage from installation of SSD either by individual or vendor. So please RE-CONSIDER it before installation, thanks!

1. Open the rear cover and loose the screw for M.2 SSD
   
2. Tear the transparent film on the thermal pad
   
3. To paste the thermal pad on the top of M.2 SSD and aligned with the chip on the right side, then tear the blue film.
   
4. Insert the SSD to M.2 slot and tighten the screw.
   

• GIGABYTE will take no responsibility for any customer induced damages during installing. We suggest that you send your notebook to an authorized GIGABYTE service center if any question. Making any charges depends on local conditions.
  Website: http://www.gigabyte.com/index.aspx

FAQ

FAQ (Frequent Asked Questions) please refer to the below link: http://www.gigabyte.com/support-downloads/faq.aspx