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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL P5 and P7 Pro...
  • 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: Important Safety Instructions

    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 Battery Precautions

    Preface Polymer Battery Precautions Note the following information which is specific to polymer batteries only, and where applicable, this overrides the general battery precaution information overleaf. • Polymer batteries may experience a slight expansion or swelling, however this is part of the battery’s safety mecha- nism 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. 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.
  • Page 16 Preface Packing 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. Disconnect the AC/DC adapter and cables.
  • 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: Lcd Screen Care

    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. •...
  • Page 20 Preface XVIII...

  • 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 Battery Precautions ........................XI General Battery Precautions ........................XII Cleaning ..............................
  • Page 22 Preface LCD Panel Open - Model B ........................1-7 LED Indicators ............................1-8 Illuminated LED Keyboard ........................1-9 Control Center ............................1-10 Keyboard Backlight LED ........................1-11 Flexikey® Application ..........................1-17 Flexikey® Application Features: ......................1-18 Keyboard Shortcuts ..........................1-19 Function Keys & Visual Indicators ......................1-20 Front & Rear Views ..........................1-21 Right View ...............................1-22 Left View ..............................1-23 Bottom View - Model A ..........................1-24...
  • Page 23 Preface Screen Resolution ............................1-38 Configuring External Displays ........................1-40 Power Options ............................1-41 Running Apps ............................1-42 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Overview ..............................2-1 Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive ......................2-2 Multi-in-1 Card Reader ..........................2-3 Audio Features ............................2-4 Setup for 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound ......................2-5 Setup for Audio Recording ........................2-7 Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse ........................2-8 Touchpad Sensitivity ..........................2-8...
  • Page 24 Preface Shutting the Computer Down ........................3-4 Power Plans ...............................3-5 Power-Saving States ..........................3-7 Sleep ................................3-7 Hibernate ..............................3-8 Shut down ..............................3-8 Configuring the Power Buttons .........................3-9 Resuming Operation ..........................3-11 Power Conservation Modes ........................3-12 Battery Information ..........................3-14 Battery Power ............................3-14 Conserving Battery Power ........................3-15 Battery Life ..............................3-16 New Battery .............................3-16 Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter ...................3-16...
  • Page 25 Preface Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ....................4-5 User Account Control ..........................4-6 Windows Security Message ........................4-6 New Hardware Found ..........................4-6 Driver Installation Procedure ........................4-7 Chipset ...............................4-7 NVIDIA Video (VGA) ..........................4-7 LAN ................................4-7 Card Reader ...............................4-7 Touchpad ..............................4-7 Airplane ..............................4-8 Hot Key ..............................4-8 MEI Driver ..............................4-8 Audio .................................4-8 Optional Drivers ............................4-10 BIOS Utilities...
  • Page 26 Preface The Setup Utility ............................5-4 Entering Setup ............................5-4 Setup Screens .............................5-5 Main Menu ..............................5-6 System Time & Date (Main Menu) ......................5-6 SATA Port # (Main Menu) ........................5-7 OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration (Main Menu) .................5-7 System/Extended Memory (Main Menu) ....................5-7 MB Series / BIOS Revision / KBC/EC firmware Revision/Mac Address (Main Menu) ......5-7 Advanced Menu ............................5-8 Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) ..................5-8 Combo Slot...
  • Page 27 Preface Password on boot: (Security Menu) ......................5-13 Secure Boot Control (Security Menu) .....................5-14 Trusted Computing (Security Menu) .......................5-15 Boot Menu ...............................5-16 Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) ......................5-17 UEFI Boot (Boot Menu) ..........................5-17 Exit Menu ..............................5-18 Modules Overview ..............................6-1 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode ....................6-2 AHCI Mode ...............................6-2 RAID ................................6-2 Intel®...
  • Page 28 Preface Camera Options ............................6-19 Taking Pictures/Capturing Video ......................6-20 Camera Roll .............................6-21 Wireless LAN Module ..........................6-25 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation ....................6-26 Intel® WLAN Driver Installation ......................6-26 Qualcomm Atheros WLAN Combo Driver Installation ................6-27 WLAN Configuration in Windows ......................6-28 Fingerprint Reader Module ........................6-31 Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation .....................6-32 Fingerprint Module Configuration ......................6-33 Bluetooth &...
  • Page 29 Preface Enabling Intel Smart Response Technology ....................6-48 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver ....................6-51 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration ..................6-52 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation .................6-58 Sound Blaster Audio ..........................6-59 Sound Blaster X-Fi MB-3 Audio AP Installation ..................6-59 Trusted Platform Module .........................6-69 Enabling &...
  • Page 30 Preface Problems and Possible Solutions .......................7-7 Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview ..............................A-1 Ports and Jacks ............................A-2 Card Reader ..............................A-2 DC-In Jack ..............................A-2 DisplayPort 1.2 ............................A-2 e-SATA / USB 3.0 Combo Port .......................A-2 HDMI-Out Port ............................A-3 Headphone-Out Jack ..........................A-3 Line-In Jack ..............................A-3 Microphone-In Jack ..........................A-3 RJ-45 LAN Jack ............................A-3 S/PDIF-Out Jack ............................A-3...
  • Page 31 Preface Power Modes ............................B-3 Control Center Menus ..........................B-4 Power Status (System Program) ......................B-5 Brightness (System Program) ........................B-5 Volume (System Program) ........................B-5 Fan Speed (System Program) ........................B-5 This system supports Energy Star power .....................B-6 Sleep Button (System Program) ......................B-6 Display Switch (System Program) ......................B-6 Time Zone (System Program) .........................B-6 Desktop Background (System Program) ....................B-6 TouchPad/Camera (Device) ........................B-6...
  • Page 32 Preface Keyboard Settings - Express Text ......................B-19 Keyboard Settings - Disable ........................B-21 Mouse Settings - Express Key ........................B-22 Enabling Time Record for Mouse Settings ....................B-23 Mouse Settings - Launch App ........................B-24 Mouse Settings - Express Text .......................B-26 Mouse Settings - Disable ........................B-28 Statistics ..............................B-29 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA Video Driver Installation ......................C-1...
  • Page 33 Preface NVIDIA GeForce Experience - ShadowPlay ..................C-20 HDMI Audio Configuration ........................C-21 HDCP Status ............................C-25 Specifications Processor ..............................D-2 Core Logic ..............................D-2 Display ..............................D-2 Memory ..............................D-2 Video Adapter Options ..........................D-2 Storage ..............................D-2 BIOS .................................D-2 Audio ................................D-3 Keyboard & Pointing Device ........................D-3 Indicators ..............................D-3 Interface ..............................D-3 Card Reader ..............................D-3 Slots ................................D-3...
  • Page 34 Preface Power Management ..........................D-4 Power ................................D-4 Environmental Spec ..........................D-4 Physical Dimensions & Weight ........................D-4 XXXII...

  • 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 4 - 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 8.1) 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 8.1 operating system is sup- ported.

  • 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. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter (make sure you use the adapter when first setting up the computer, 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).

  • Page 40: Lcd Panel Open - Model A

    Quick Start Guide LCD Panel Open - Model A Figure 1 - 2 LCD Panel Open - Model A  1. Built-In PC Camera Wireless Device 2. PC Camera LED Operation Aboard 3. Built-In Array Aircraft Microphone The use of any portable elec- 4.

  • Page 41: Lcd Panel Open - Model B

    Quick Start Guide LCD Panel Open - Model B Figure 1 - 3 LCD Panel Open -  Model B 1. Built-In PC Camera Wireless Device 2. PC Camera LED Operation Aboard 3. Built-In Array Aircraft Microphone The use of any portable elec- 4.

  • Page 42: Led Indicators

    Quick Start Guide LED Indicators The LED indicators on the top case, and at the front of the computer, display helpful information about the cur- rent status of the system. Top Case LEDS Front Case LEDS Icon Color Description Icon Color Description Number Lock is Activated...

  • Page 43: Illuminated Led Keyboard

    Quick Start Guide Illuminated LED Keyboard  The illuminated keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data Other Keyboards input, and features function keys to allow you to change operational features instant- ly. See Table 1 - 5, on page 1 - 20 for full function key combination details.

  • Page 44: 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 (see Appendix B...

  • Page 45: Keyboard Backlight Led

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard Backlight LED 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 overleaf).
  • Page 46 Quick Start Guide Keyboard Backlight Application (for Illuminated Keyboards) The Keyboard Backlight application can be accessed by pressing the Fn plus key (or by clicking the Flexikey button in the Gaming section of the Control Center, and then clicking the Backlight tab). Help Butt Effects Buttons Keyboard Sections...
  • Page 47 Quick Start Guide Brightness Click on any of the numbers (0 - 3) on the brightness bar to set the brightness level of the keyboard backlight. Color Swatch The color swatch in the top right of the screen allows you to select a range of colors for your keyboard backlight by clicking on the color required.
  • Page 48 Quick Start Guide Modes The buttons surrounding the swatch allow you to alter the effects of the keyboard backlight. Click on any of the buttons to view the effects on the keyboard. Click Save when exiting the application to retain the setting. Mode Buttons Random Color Wave Up/Down...
  • Page 49 Quick Start Guide Preview The bottom left section of the application allows you to preview setting changes made to colors on the keyboard and Lightbar. Keyboard and Lightbar Sections The bottom right section of the application allows you to select partial areas, or all, of the keyboard (and lightbar) on which to apply the color changes and effects.
  • Page 50 Quick Start Guide Sets The application allows you to save up to 3 sets of color and effect combinations. Click Save when exiting the application to retain the settings. Figure 1 - 9 - Sets Save & Exit Click Exit to quit the application without saving, or Save to exit and retain the settings. Figure 1 - 10 - Save &...

  • Page 51: 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 52: Flexikey® Application Features

    Quick Start Guide Flexikey® Application Features: For full details see “Flexikey® Application” on page B - • EXPRESS KEY - This feature allows you to configure a single key (or mouse click) 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 53: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard Shortcuts  The following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navi- gation/operation in Windows 8.1. Windows Logo Keyboard Shortcut Windows Logo Use the Windows logo Description Key + + D key com- bination to switch be- Toggle between the Start screen and the foremost running app or the tween the Start screen Tap Winkey...

  • Page 54: 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 Fn + Toggle Automatic / Control Center Toggle (see over) Fn + Full Power...

  • Page 55: Front & Rear Views

    Quick Start Guide Front & Rear Views Figure 1 - 12 Front & Rear Views Model A 1. LED Power Indica- tors 2. Light Bar Model A 3. Vent/Fan Intake HDMI-Out Port 5. Display Ports 6. DC-In Jack Model B Model B ...

  • Page 56: Right View

    Quick Start Guide Right View Figure 1 - 13 Right View Model A 1. 1 * USB 3.0 Port 2. S/PDIF-Out Jack 3. Headphone Jack 4. Microphone Jack 5. Line-In Jack 6. Security Lock Slot Model B  USB Ports Note that the connec- tions to the USB ports only fit one way, do not...

  • Page 57: Left View

    Quick Start Guide Left View Figure 1 - 14 Left View Model A 1. RJ-45 LAN Jack 2. 2 * USB 3.0 Ports 3. Powered USB 3.0 Port 4. Multi-In-1 Card Reader Model B 5. Combined eSATA/ USB 3.0 Port ...

  • Page 58: Bottom View - Model A

    Quick Start Guide Bottom View - Model A Figure 1 - 15 Bottom View  Model A Overheating 1. Fan Outlet/Intake 2. Component Bay To prevent your comput- Cover from overheating 3. Battery make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan in- 4.

  • Page 59: Bottom View - Model B

    Quick Start Guide Bottom View - Model B Figure 1 - 16 Bottom View  Model B Overheating 1. Fan Outlet/Intake 2. Component Bay To prevent your comput- Cover from overheating 3. Battery make sure nothing blocks the vent(s)/fan in- 4.

  • Page 60: Battery Removal & 3G/4G Sim Card Insertion

    Quick Start Guide Battery Removal & 3G/4G SIM Card Insertion  If you do need to remove the battery for any reason (e.g. long term storage) see be- Warranty Warning low. In addition you will need to remove the battery in order to insert the USIM card. 1.Turn the computer off, and turn it over.
  • Page 61 Quick Start Guide Remove the battery from the bay Insert the USIM card as illustrated below (pay careful attention to the orientation of the card as the gold contact side of the card should face upwards) until it clicks fully into position. To eject the card simply press it until it ejects, but do not attempt to eject the card while connected to a 3G/4G network (however your machine should be powered off when removing the battery in any case).

  • Page 62: Windows 8.1 Control Panel

    Quick Start Guide Windows 8.1 Control Panel  Throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. Windows Versions R ight-click the lower left hot corner to bring up the context menu (or use the Win- + X key combination) and select Control Panel in both the dows Logo Key Note that the informa-...
  • Page 63 Quick Start Guide The Control Panel can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 8.1. • Click Search in the Windows Charms Bar (see previous page) and the search pane will pop out. Type Control Panel and select it from the results to the left. •...
  • Page 64 Quick Start Guide Right-click the Start button in the Desktop app (or use the Windows Logo Key  + X key combination) to bring up an advanced context menu of useful features such as Control Panel, Programs and Features, Power Options, Task Manager, Display Most Search, File Explorer, Command Prompt, Device Manager and Network Connec- Recently Used...

  • Page 65: Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop

    Quick Start Guide Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop The Apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows are accessed from the Start screen and/or Windows Desktop app. The Desktop (which runs as an app within the Start screen) can be accessed by clicking the Desktop item in the Start screen (or by using the Windows Logo Key + D key combination).

  • Page 66: Apps & Tiles

    Quick Start Guide Apps & Tiles The Start screen 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 one screen so you will often need use the slider at the bottom of the screen in order to view all the necessary Apps.

  • Page 67: Desktop Application

    Quick Start Guide Desktop Application When the Desktop app is running (click the app in the Start screen or use the Windows Logo Key + D key combination) you can use lower left hot corner to switch between the Start screen and the Windows Desktop app.

  • Page 68: The Charms Bar

    Quick Start Guide The Charms Bar The right side of the screen (Start or Desktop) displays the Charms Bar. The Charms Bar contains the Search, Share, Start, Devices and Settings menus. To access up the Charms Bar move the cursor to the upper or lower right corners of the screen, and then hover over one of the items in the Charms Bar to activate it (the bar will be black when it is active), or use the Windows Logo Key + C key combination.
  • Page 69 Quick Start Guide Charms Bar Items • Search : You can search for any file, application, Apps and control panel settings with instantaneous results. • Share : This button is used to share information with people via mail or social networks. •...

  • Page 70: Windows 8.1 Taskbar

    Quick Start Guide Windows 8.1 Taskbar In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the task- bar (system tray). In Windows 8.1 the taskbar can be directly accessed from the Desktop application; if you are in the Start screen you will need to move the cursor to the bottom of the screen to display the taskbar.

  • Page 71: Video Features

    Quick Start Guide Video Features You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in Appearances and Personalization) in Windows when running the Desktop app (see “Desktop Application” on page 1 - 33). To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows: Go to the Control Panel.
  • Page 72 Quick Start Guide Screen Resolution  Video Options Note that card types, specifi- cations and drivers are sub- ject to continual updates and changes. Check with your distributor/supplier for the latest details on video cards supported. Figure 1 - 27 - Screen Resolution 1 - 38 Video Features...
  • Page 73 Quick Start Guide To access the NVIDIA Control Panel: Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 28). Double-click the icon (Figure 1 - 28) in the Windows control panel. Figure 1 - 28 - NVIDIA Control Panel Video Features 1 - 39...

  • Page 74: Configuring External Displays

    Quick Start Guide Configuring External Displays It is possible to quickly configure external displays from the Devices menu item in the Charms Bar (see “The Charms Bar” on page 1 - 34). To Configure Displays from Devices (Charms Bar): Attach your display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Go the Charms Bar, select Devices.

  • Page 75: Power Options

    Quick Start Guide Power Options Power Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power Menu item in Set- tings in the Charms Bar in Windows 8.1 may be used to Shut down or Restart (you can also add Hibernate/ Sleep to the menu - see “Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu”...

  • Page 76: Running Apps

    Quick Start Guide Running Apps To run apps in Windows 8.1 you will need to check that the Screen Resolution and User Account Control Set- tings are compatible with the system requirements. Screen Resolution Settings Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key + D key combination).
  • Page 77 Quick Start Guide User Account Control Settings If your computer meets the minimum screen resolution requirements, and still you can't run apps, then that you have to check the status of User Account Control (UAC). Apps may fail to open when the UAC is turned off. To check whether the UAC is on or off, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 78 Quick Start Guide 1 - 44...

  • Page 79: Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Overview

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Chapter 2: 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 • Audio Features •...

  • 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: Audio Features

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Audio Features  You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control Volume Adjustment panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the notifi- The sound volume level cation area/control panel (right-click the notification area icon to bring up an au- can be set using the vol-...

  • Page 83: Setup For 5.1 Or 7.1 Surround Sound

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Setup for 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound  To setup your system for 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound you will need to connect the au- dio cables to the Headphone-Out, Line-In, Microphone-In jack and S/PDIF-Out Volume Adjustment jacks (note: the S/PDIF jack is used for 7.1 surround sound only).
  • Page 84 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Plug the front speaker cables into the Headphone-Out Jack. Plug in the other cables (you may require an adapter to connect each cable to the appropriate jack e.g a stereo mini to dual RCA adapter) from your speakers as follows: •...

  • Page 85: Setup For Audio Recording

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Setup for Audio Recording To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instruc- tions below: Click Control Panel and make sure you are in Classic View. Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (or right-click the notification area icon select Sound Manager).

  • Page 86: 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 87: Touchpad Configuration

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Touchpad Configuration  Once you have installed the TouchPad driver (see “Touchpad” on page 4 - 7) you TouchPad Scrolling can configure the functions from the Mouse control panel in Windows, or by double- clicking the TouchPad driver icon in the notification area of the taskbar in the This computer model se- ries may feature different...

  • Page 88: Gestures And Device Settings

    Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Gestures and Device Settings  The Synaptics Gestures Suite application allows you to use a specific gesture (ac- Show Video tion) on the surface of the Touchpad to perform specific actions to manipulate doc- uments, objects and applications. You can get a clearer view of the gestures in- You can configure the settings from the Device Settings tab in Mouse Properties:...
  • Page 89 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Disabling the Touchpad If you need to disable the Touchpad for any reason (e.g. you may find that when us- ing the computer’s internal keyboard you accidentally trigger the Touchpad when resting your wrists or palms on it) you can do so by using Fn + F1 key combination. You can also set the system to automatically disable the internal Touchpad when an external USB point device (e.g a USB mouse) is attached.
  • Page 90 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio ™ PalmCheck  The PalmCheck™ feature (Device Settings > Settings > Pointing > Sensitivity) helps prevent operating the Clickpad/Touchpad by accident, by recognizing when PalmCheck™ your palm is resting on it or brushing its surface while you are typing. order improve Clickpad/Touchpad...
  • Page 91 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Scrolling The Two-Finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows and allows you to scroll horizontally and vertically. Place two fingers, slightly separated, on the TouchPad surface and slide both fingers in the direction required (in a straight con- tinuous motion).
  • Page 92 Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio Rotating Use the Pivot Rotate gesture to rotate objects (e.g. photos) in 90 degree increments. Place a finger down on the left “target” zone and keep it stationary. Place another finger near the middle of the TouchPad and slide it in a circular motion around the stationary finger (clockwise or counterclockwise) to rotate the object.

  • Page 93: Power Management Overview

    Power Management Chapter 3: 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 94: 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 key combination doesn’t DC adapter will damage the computer and its components.

  • Page 95: 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 96: 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 Shut down or sign out item in the Context Menu (right-click the lower left corner of the screen to bring up the menu).

  • Page 97: Power Plans

    Power Management Power Plans  The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. You Resuming can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or create a new one. Operation The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and Table 3 - 1, on to send the computer into Sleep after a period of inactivity.
  • Page 98 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 99: 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. Win 8.1 uses the Sleep, Hibernate and Shut Down power-saving Support states. Wake-On-LAN is only supported from Sleep or Sleep Hibernate states...

  • Page 100: 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 101: 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 102 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 1 - 41 (see page 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 103: 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). Icon Color Power Status To Resume Table 3 - 1 Power Off Press the Power Button Resuming Press the Power Button...

  • Page 104: Power Conservation Modes

    Power Management Power Conservation Modes  This system supports Energy Star power management features that place comput- ers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a low-power sleep modes after a designated period Power Conservation of inactivity. Adjust Power Conservation Modes from the Control Center: Modes The Energy Star setting Press the Fn + Esc key combination to toggle the Control Center on/off.
  • Page 105 Power Management Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key Combination You can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination from almost any of the Win- dows 8 interfaces/Apps to bring up a full-screen displaying Lock, Switch User, Log off, 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 appears to display Sleep, Shut down, and Restart.

  • Page 106: Battery Information

    Power Management Battery Information  Follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Low Battery Battery Power Warning Your computer’s battery power is dependent upon many factors, including the pro- When the battery is criti- grams you are running, and peripheral devices attached.

  • Page 107: 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 108: 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 once every 30 days. We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to re- move the battery for any reason (e.g.

  • Page 109: Proper Handling Of The Battery Pack

    Power Management Proper handling of the Battery Pack  • DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances • DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode Caution • DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly re- placed.

  • Page 110: 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 111 Power Management Click Change plan settings (after creating it) and click Change plan settings > Change advanced power settings. Figure 3 - 12 Change Plan Settings / Change Advanced Power Settings Battery Information 3 - 19...
  • Page 112 Power Management Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the battery options. Choose the options below (click Yes if a warning appears): Figure 3 - 13 Power Options Advanced Settings - Battery • Low battery levels = 0% •...
  • Page 113 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 114 Power Management 3 - 22...

  • Page 115: Drivers & Utilities

    Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: 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 116: 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 4 - 1 - Drivers Installer Screen 1 4 - 2 Driver Installation...
  • Page 117 Drivers & Utilities Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 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 118 Drivers & Utilities Win 8.1 (64-bit) Driver Page # Win 8.1 (64-bit) - Optional Items Page # Chipset Page 4 - 7 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode Page 6 - 2 NVIDIA Video (VGA) Page 4 - 7 PC Camera Module (no driver installation required) Page 6 - 16...

  • Page 119: 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 120: 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 121: Driver Installation Procedure

    Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Procedure Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual 1. Click 3.Install LAN Driver > Yes. disc and click Install Drivers (button). 2. Click Next > Install. 3. Click Finish. Chipset 1. Click 1.Install Chipset Driver > Yes. Card Reader 2.

  • Page 122: Airplane

    Drivers & Utilities Airplane MEI Driver Note: Do not use Update Driver in Device Manager to 1. Click 8.Install MEI Driver > Yes. install the Airplane mode driver. 2. Click Next. 3. Click the check box to accept the license and 1.
  • Page 123 Drivers & Utilities It is recommended that you install the Sound Blaster  Audio application (see “Sound Blaster Audio” on page 6 - 59) and Intel Rapid Storage Technology Windows Update driver (see “Intel® Rapid Storage Technology” on After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win- page 6 - 41 - required for AHCI &...

  • Page 124: Optional Drivers

    Drivers & Utilities Optional Drivers See the pages indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 for the driver installation procedures for any modules in- cluded in your purchase option. Models A & B Figure 4 - 3 - Optional Drivers Installer Screen Note that you need to install both the WLAN &...

  • Page 125: 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 126: 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 127: 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 128: 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 129: 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 130: Main Menu

    BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 - 2 Main Menu 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 131: Sata Port # (Main Menu)

    BIOS Utilities 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. OffBoard SATA Controller Configuration (Main Menu) Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of any devices on the off board SATA Controller if applicable.

  • Page 132: Advanced Menu

    BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 Advanced Menu Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) The sub-menu here allows you to change the device installed in the Combo Slot. 5 - 8 Advanced Menu...

  • Page 133: Combo Slot

    BIOS Utilities Combo Slot  (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control) Select which device is installed in the Combo slot from this menu option. Select the Combo Slot Support appropriate device installed in the slot from the menu, and then save the changed Note that 3G device will BIOS settings.

  • Page 134: Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)  Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from this menu. The rapid start hibernation mode can resume power within 7 to 9 seconds and can remember your SATA Mode computer's state with zero power. Selection Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology (Advanced Menu) If you have installed the...

  • Page 135: Boot Logo (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities tem from booting, and may require a reinstall of the OS. If you do wish to change the SATA mode then backup any necessary data on your hard disk(s) as you will need wipe the disks clean in order to prevent system problems. Figure 5 - 5 SATA Mode Change Notification...

  • Page 136: 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 137: 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 138: 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 - 16).

  • Page 139: Trusted Computing (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Trusted Computing (Security Menu) This sub-menu will allow you to enable/disable Trusted Platform Module (TPM) support, and to configure the Security Device Support. Select TPM Configuration and press Enter to access the sub-menu. Press Enter to access the Security Device Support menu and select Enable to support TPM (see “Trusted Platform Module”...

  • Page 140: Boot Menu

    BIOS Utilities Boot Menu Figure 5 - 8 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 141: 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 142: Exit Menu

    BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 9 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 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 Or Ahci Mode

    Modules Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode  AHCI Mode RAID Hard Disks/ Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows Solid State Drives the storage driver to enable advanced serial ATA features such as Native Command All HDDS/SSDs in a Queuing (for maximum hard disk efficiency and performance).
  • Page 145 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 146: Sata Raid Setup Procedure - Uefa Enabled (Windows 8.1)

    Modules SATA RAID Setup Procedure - UEFA Enabled (Windows 8.1) 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 - 3) you will require two identical hard disks or solid state drives.
  • Page 147 Modules Select Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. Figure 6 - 1 Create RAID Volume (Advanced > Intel(R) 10. You can now setup your RAID volume using any two installed disks. Rapid Storage 11. Go to Name: and press <Enter>. Technology 12.
  • Page 148 Modules 13. Go to RAID Level: and press <Enter>. 14. Choose the RAID Level required (see Table 6 - 1, on page 6 - 3 for details) and press <Enter>. • RAID0 (Stripe) • RAID1 (Mirror) 15. Go to any of the disks listed under Select Disks: and select a disk name and press <Enter>.
  • Page 149 Modules 17. You should select two identical hard disks/SSDs to form your RAID volume. 18. If you have selected RAID0 (Stripe) then you can adjust the “Strip Size” to your requirements. 19. Go to Create Volume and press <Enter>. 20. The RAID volume will then be created and the RAID information will be displayed under Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology (in the Advanced menu).
  • Page 150 Modules 22. Press <F4> and <Yes> to “Save Changes and Reset”, however ensure that the condition in the bulleted point below is met before doing so. • Make sure the Windows 8.1 OS DVD is in the attached DVD drive. and as the computer starts up it will automatically boot from the Windows 8.1 OS DVD (you will be prompted to press a key to boot from the DVD).

  • Page 151: Irst Driver Installation

    Modules IRST Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc an attached DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 4.Install IRST Driver > Yes. 4. Click Next > Next. 5. Click the check box to accept the license and click Next. 6.

  • Page 152: Deleting A Raid (Windows 8.1)

    Modules Deleting a RAID (Windows 8.1) 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 153: Sata Raid Setup Procedure - Uefa Disabled (Windows 8.1)

    Modules SATA RAID Setup Procedure - UEFA Disabled (Windows 8.1) 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 - 3) you will require two identical hard disks or solid state drives.
  • Page 154 Modules Select 1.Create RAID Volume and press Enter. Figure 6 - 6 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 13. Press Enter and select the Capacity size (best set to default). 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 - 7 RAID Created 17.
  • Page 156 Modules 18. As the computer starts up make sure the Windows 8.1 OS DVD is in the attached DVD drive and it will automatically boot from the Windows 8.1 OS DVD (you will be prompted to press a key to boot from the DVD). Alternatively you can press <F7>...

  • Page 157: Irst Driver Installation

    Modules IRST Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc an attached DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 4.Install IRST Driver > Yes. 4. Click Next > Next. 5. Click the check box to accept the license and click Next. 6.

  • Page 158: Pc Camera Module

    Modules PC Camera Module When the PC Camera application is run the LED indicator to the left of the camera will be illuminated in red. Note that you need to use the Camera app in Windows to take pictures and capture video. Use the Fn + F10 key combination (see Table 1 - 5, on page 1 - 20) to toggle power to the PC Camera module.

  • Page 159: Pc Camera Audio Setup

    Modules PC Camera Audio Setup If you want to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows. Go to the Control Panel. Click Sound (Hardware and Sound) and click Recording (tab). Right-click hold and release Microphone (Realtek High Definition Audio) and make sure the item is not disabled.

  • Page 160: Camera App

    Modules Camera App Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon The camera interface will display two buttons on the right side of the screen. Figure 6 - 9 Camera App Buttons  Exposure Use the slider to adjust the Exposure level.

  • Page 161: Camera Options

    Modules Camera Options The Camera Options settings may be accessed as follows: Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon While the camera app is running access the Charms Bar (e.g. click Use the Windows logo key + C key combination).

  • Page 162: Taking Pictures/Capturing Video

    Modules Taking Pictures/Capturing Video Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon Right-click the screen and select the timer if you require a countdown before capture. Click the appropriate icon to take a picture or start video capture (if video capture begins a timer will appear in the bottom corner of the screen).

  • Page 163: Camera Roll

    Modules Camera Roll Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon Right-click on the screen to bring up menu buttons at the bottom of the screen. Click Camera Roll. Click the arrows (on either side of the screen) to browse through the captured photos/video, and back to the Camera app.
  • Page 164 Modules photo with the edited changes), Update original (which changes the original picture permanently) or Undo any changes. Click the Edit button to bring up a full suite of tools to edit the photo. 10. Click on the menu headings on the left, and then click on the tool on the right to edit the photo as required.
  • Page 165 Modules Editing Videos Clicking on a captured video will bring up an app bar with a series of buttons. Figure 6 - 15 Edit Buttons (for Video) Click Delete to remove any video from the camera roll (you will be asked to click Delete again to confirm the deletion).
  • Page 166 Modules Video File Size Note that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file. After recording video, check the video file size (right-click the file and select Properties) and the remaining free space on your hard disk (go to My Computer, right-click the hard disk, and select Properties).

  • Page 167: Wireless Lan Module

    Modules Wireless LAN Module  If you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n (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 4 - 1, on page 4 - The use of any portable Note that you need to install both the WLAN &...

  • Page 168: 3Rd Party 802.11B/G/N Driver Installation

    Modules 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n 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 1.Install WLAN Driver > Yes. 4.

  • Page 169: Qualcomm Atheros Wlan Combo Driver Installation

    Modules Qualcomm Atheros WLAN 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 the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 1.Install WLAN Driver > Yes. 4.

  • Page 170: Wlan Configuration In Windows

    Modules WLAN Configuration in Windows 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. Charms Bar Go to the Charms Bar. Select Settings and then click the WiFi icon (it should read Available under the icon and Airplane mode should be Off).
  • Page 171 Modules Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect). Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next. You can choose to find other devices or not. When you are connected to the network access point it will display Connected Select any connected network and click Disconnect to disconnect from a connected access point.
  • Page 172 Modules Desktop Mode Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key D key combination). Click the wireless icon in the notification area of the taskbar. A list of available access points will appear. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect). Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next.

  • Page 173: Fingerprint Reader Module

    Modules Fingerprint Reader Module  The fingerprint reader module provides a high level of security for your computer. Fingerprint Reader Make sure you have administrator’s rights to your computer, and have a Windows and Power Saving password enabled for full security protection. States There are two different fingerprint modules supplied with this model.

  • Page 174: Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation

    Modules Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation 1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the CD/ DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers. 3. Click 2.Install Fingerprint Driver > Yes. 4. Click Next > Install. 5. Click Finish to complete the installation. 6.

  • Page 175: Fingerprint Module Configuration

    Modules Fingerprint Module Configuration Go to the Charms Bar. Select Settings and then click Change PC Settings. Click Accounts and then click Sign-in options. You will need to add a Windows password (click Add under Password). After you have added the password you will need to restart the computer and use your password to log on to the system.
  • Page 176 Modules 10. Input the Windows password and click OK. 11. You will then be instructed to swipe the same finger across the reader a number of times. Figure 6 - 21 Add a Fingerprint 12. Click Finish. 13. You can choose to Add another finger (this is recommended) or Remove the current fingerprint reading.

  • Page 177: Bluetooth & Wlan Combo Module

    Modules Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module  If your purchase option includes the Combination Wireless LAN & Bluetooth Wireless Device module (either Intel® or 3rd Party) then install the driver as instructed overleaf. 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 178: 3Rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation

    Modules 3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) 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. High Speed Bluetooth Data Transfer 2.

  • Page 179: Qualcomm Atheros Bluetooth Combo Driver Installation

    Modules Qualcomm Atheros 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 the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3. Click 3.Install Combo BT Driver > Yes. 4.

  • Page 180: Bluetooth Configuration In Windows

    Modules Bluetooth Configuration in Windows  You can configure a Bluetooth connection as below, however make sure the Blue- tooth module is on (or the system is not in Airplane Mode) before configuration. Bluetooth Headset Stereo Setup Desktop Mode Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the App or use the Windows logo key To setup a Bluetooth headset to support ste- D key combination).
  • Page 181 Modules Make sure that Bluetooth is turned on and a list of discovered devices will appear. Double-click the device you want to pair with the computer and click Pair. Figure 6 - 23 PC and Devices - Bluetooth On first connection the computer will provide you with a pairing code to be entered onto the device.
  • Page 182 Modules To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key D key combination). Click the notification area of the taskbar, click the Bluetooth icon and click Open Settings. Click Options, and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box (Discovery) has a check inside it.

  • Page 183: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology

    Modules Intel Rapid Storage Technology ®  The Intel Rapid Storage Technology application provides high-performance IRST and M.2 PCI-e SATA and SATA RAID capabilities. Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology SSDs application (after installing all necessary drivers in the correct order) to support Note that Intel®...

  • Page 184: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology For Raid Systems

    Modules Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for RAID Systems  Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application displays status information on your RAID configuration. Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application from IRST and M.2 PCI-e SSDs the item in the Start menu. Note that Intel®...
  • Page 185 Modules Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Help  If a hard drive member of a RAID volume is reported as “Degraded” or “Failed” it may be possible to recover the volume. If the volume cannot be restored then you Help will need to recreate the RAID volume and restore the data from a back up. Click the Help menu (or press F1) for instructions on how to recover or recreate RAID Vol- Click the Help (or press F1) menu button at the...

  • Page 186: Raid Volume Data Verification And Repair

    Modules RAID Volume Data Verification and Repair The RAID volume data verification process identifies any inconsistencies or bad data on a RAID 0 or RAID 1 volume. The table outlines what occurs for each RAID level: RAID Verify Verify & Repair Level Table 6 - 2 RAID 0...
  • Page 187 Modules Verifying and Repairing RAID Volume Data Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. Click to select the RAID in the pane on the right side of the window. 10. Click Manage and click Advanced. 11. Click Verify and click Verify (button) to begin the process (in some cases you may be required to initialize a volume before verification).
  • Page 188 Modules 12. The completion percentage will be listed under Status (verifying and repairing).  13. Click Close in the Verify Volume Data Results window. Scheduling Verify & Repair You can schedule verifi- cation and repair by clicking Preferences > Scheduler abling a set time for ver- ification and repair.

  • Page 189: Intel® Smart Response Technology

    Modules Intel® Smart Response Technology  Intel® Smart Response Technology is an Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (RST) caching feature that accelerates computer system performance by using the Intel® Smart Response and M.2 SSD as cache memory between the hard disk drive and system memory. PCI-e SSDs System Requirements to support Intel®...

  • Page 190: Enabling Intel Smart Response Technology

    Modules Enabling Intel Smart Response Technology Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application. Click Enable acceleration under Performance > Smart Response Technology (note that you will at least 5MB of free unpartitioned and unallocated space on the SSD otherwise the Smart Response Technology item will not appear). Figure 6 - 31 Intel®...
  • Page 191 Modules Select the HDD (or RAID volume) to be accelerated (it is highly recommended that you accelerate the system volume or system disk for maximum performance). Select the acceleration mode, and then click OK (Enhanced mode is selected by default). Note: Enhanced mode (default): Acceleration optimized for data protection.
  • Page 192 Modules The page will refresh and report the new configuration in under Performance > Smart Response Technology. Figure 6 - 33 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology - Performance (Smart Response Technology) 6 - 50 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology...

  • Page 193: Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver

    Modules Intel Rapid Start Technology Driver ®  Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernation within 7 to Intel® Rapid Start 9 seconds and can remember your computer's previous state with zero power. Technology and M.2 PCI-e SSDs System Requirements to support Intel®...

  • Page 194: Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration

    Modules Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from the BIOS (see “Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - Go the Windows control panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management Right-click the SSD and select Shrink Volume from the menu.
  • Page 195 Modules Enter the figure, which should be equal to amount of system memory (RAM) in your computer, in “Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB”. Figure 6 - 35 Shrink Volume Size Click Shrink (any unallocated file space may be formatted for storage use). ...
  • Page 196 Modules Run the Desktop app and right-click the lower left hot corner (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) and select Command Prompt (Admin). Figure 6 - 36 Search for CMD Prompt Type “DISKPART”. At the DISKPART command type “list disk”. Figure 6 - 37 Diskpart - List Disk 6 - 54 Intel®...
  • Page 197 Modules Type “select disk #” (# is disk number where you want to create the store partition, so refer to the results obtained from "list disk" for exact disk number). 10. The message “Disk # is now the selected disk.” will appear. Figure 6 - 38 Diskpart - Select Disk #...
  • Page 198 Modules 13. Type “detail disk”. Figure 6 - 40 Diskpart - Detail Disk 14. Type “select Volume #” (# is volume of your storage partition so refer to results obtained from "detail disk" for the exact volume number). 15. The message “Volume # is now the selected volume.” will appear. Figure 6 - 41 Diskpart - Select Volume #...
  • Page 199 Modules 16. Type the following, depending on the format of the SSD. • For MBR formatted SSDs: “set id=84 override” (the id must be set to 84). • For GPT formatted SSDs: “set id=D3BFE2DE-3DAF-11DF-BA40-E3A556D89593”. Figure 6 - 42 Diskpart - Set id= 17.

  • Page 200: Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver Installation

    Modules 19. Go the Windows control panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Computer Management > Storage > Disk Management. 20. The disk partition should read Healthy Hibernation Partition. Figure 6 - 43 Computer Management (Healthy Hibernation Partition) Healthy (Hibernation Partition) 21.

  • Page 201: Sound Blaster Audio

    Modules Sound Blaster Audio  Install the Sound Blaster AP to allow you to configure the audio settings to your Enabling/Disabling requirements for the best performance in games, music and movies. Sound Blaster X-FI Sound Blaster X-Fi MB-3 Audio AP Installation MB3 - Control Center 1.
  • Page 202 Modules Volume Controls You can click on the volume dials to adjust the level for either the microphone or master volume. You can choose to save the settings for Music, Movie or Game, and these settings can be exported or imported as required. Figure 6 - 45 Sound Blaster X-Fi 3 Volume Controls...
  • Page 203 Modules SBX Pro Studio  Click the check box to enable/disable the control, and use the slider to adjust the lev- els. Press the play button to test settings. Smart Volume Setting The default setting for Smart Volume in SBX Pro Studio is set to Normal.
  • Page 204 Modules Scout Mode Click in the box to enable Scout Mode to enhance your ability to hear enemies in games from a further distance away than would normally be possible. Figure 6 - 47 Sound Blaster X-Fi 3 Scout Mode 6 - 62 Sound Blaster Audio...
  • Page 205 Modules Voice FX Click in the box to enable Voice FX and click on the sliders to adjust the settings. Select the mode required from the dropbox, and click on Test to hear the playback of the effect. Figure 6 - 48 Sound Blaster X-Fi 3 Voice FX Sound Blaster Audio 6 - 63...
  • Page 206 Modules EAX Effects & EQ Click to select either/or EAX Effects or EQ, select the mode required from the drop- box and click on the sliders to adjust the settings. Click on Save to save any custom changes to the set levels and effects. Figure 6 - 49 Sound Blaster X-Fi 3 EAX Effects &...
  • Page 207 Modules Advanced Settings Select the speaker/headphone configuration from the dropbox, and click on Test to hear the effect. You can also adjust the Bass Management by clicking the Bass Re- direction and Subwoofer Gain, and click on the slider to adjust the Crossover Fre- quency.
  • Page 208 Modules Hot Key Configuration Click Configure Hot Keys in Scout Mode or Advanced Settings menus to access the Hot Key Configuration menu. Click Enable All Hot Keys, and then click on the task and press the key sequence required. Any hotkeys chosen will be locked by the application, and therefore will not be able to be used in other applications.
  • Page 209 Modules Creative ALchemy The Creative ALchemy application can be run from the shortcut in the Start menu. Use the left menu to select any installed games and click the button to move them to the right column to enable ALchemy support for the game. Creative ALchemy re- stores hardware accelerated audio to enable EAX effects and 3D Audio when play- ing Direct Sound3D games.
  • Page 210 Modules Testing 5.1 Surround Sound (Advanced Settings) If you are using the Sound Blaster X-Fi 3 control panel (Advanced Settings) to test your headphones/speakers, set up as a 5.1 surround sound system with the micro- phone jack enabled as the "Center/Subwoofer" (see Figure 2 - 4 on page 2 - 6) in the Realtek HD Audio Manager, you may not hear the low Subwoofer test tone as...

  • Page 211: 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 212: Enabling & Managing Tpm

    Modules Enabling & Managing TPM Restart the computer. Enter the Aptio Setup Utility pressing F2 during the POST/startup. Use the arrow keys to select the Security menu. Select TPM Configuration and press Enter to access the sub-menu. Press Enter under Security Device Support menu and select Enable. You will then need to press F4 to save the changes and restart the computer.

  • Page 213: 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 - 54 BitLocker Drive Encryption (TPM Administration) Trusted Platform Module 6 - 71...
  • Page 214 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 - 55 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Management on...

  • Page 215: 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 216 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 217: 3G/4G Module

    Modules 3G/4G Module  If you have included an optional UMTS/HSPA+ based 3G Module (Universal Mo- Wireless Device bile Telecommunications System or High Speed Packet Access) module or LTE Operation Aboard (Long Term Evolution) 4G module (see “Communication” on page D - 3 for spec- Aircraft ification details) in your purchase option, you do not require a driver/application...

  • Page 218: 3G/4G Sim Card Insertion

    Modules 3G/4G SIM Card Insertion  You will need to remove the battery in order to insert the USIM card. Warranty Warning Turn the computer off, and turn it over. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow. Please check with your Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow and the battery will pop up to be service...
  • Page 219 Modules Remove the battery from the bay Insert the USIM card as illustrated below (pay careful attention to the  orientation of the card as the gold contact side of the card should face upwards) USIM Card Orienta- until it clicks fully into position. tion To eject the card simply press it until it ejects, but do not attempt to eject the card while connected to a 3G/4G network (however your machine should be powered...

  • Page 220: 3G/4G Configuration In Windows

    Modules 3G/4G Configuration in Windows  You can configure a 3G/4G connection as below, however make sure the system is 3G/4G Module PIN not in Airplane Mode before configuration begins. Code & Power-Saving Charms Bar Note that there may be Go to the Charms Bar.
  • Page 221 Modules Any 3G/4G service provider (connection information is usually stored on the USIM card) will appear under Mobile Broadband. Double-click any connection icon under Mobile Broadband (or click and then click Connect). Figure 6 - 61 Mobile Broadband (Connect) The system will connect to your network. A Connected will appear alongside the 3G/4G connection (click the connection to view the timer which indicates your connected time for the current session).
  • Page 222 Modules You can then access the internet, download e-mail etc. as per any internet  connection. To disconnect you can select the connection and click Disconnect Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited.

  • Page 223: Wireless Display

    Modules 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 224: Wireless Display Configuration

    Modules Wireless Display Configuration Note that no driver or application is required for wireless display in Windows 8.1. Go the Charms Bar, select Devices. Click Project. Click Add a wireless display. Figure 6 - 63 Add a Wireless Display 6 - 82 Wireless Display...
  • Page 225 Modules The system will then search for compatible display devices (this may take up to 60 seconds so allow time for this to complete). Figure 6 - 64 Searching For Devices Double-click any detected display device in the list. You may then need to input a pin number for the device to which you are connecting.
  • Page 226 Modules The display will then connect (for specific settings for your display see the documentation supplied with your compatible adapter/display for full details). 10. Go to the Project menu (Charms Bar > Devices) and click Disconnect to temporarily disconnect from the wireless display. 11.

  • Page 227: 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 228: 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 229: 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 230: 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 231: 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 232 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 233: 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 234 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 235 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution You forget the boot password. If you forget the password, you may have to discharge the battery of the CMOS. Contact your service representative for help.  Password Warning If you choose to set a boot password, NEVER forget your password. The consequences of this could be serious. If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your vendor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk.
  • Page 236 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The system freezes or the screen goes The system’s power saving features have timed-out. Use the AC/DC adapter, dark. press the sleep (Fn + F12) key combination, or press the power button if no LEDs are lit.
  • Page 237 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution A file cannot be copied to/from a The transfer of data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device is connected Bluetooth device. supported in one direction only (simultaneous data transfer is not supported). If you are copying a file from your computer to a Bluetooth enabled device, you will not be able to copy a file from the Bluetooth enabled device to your computer until the file transfer process has been completed I cannot obtain high speed Bluetooth data...
  • Page 238 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution Audio Volume is too low when listening You have set the Speaker Configuration to 5.1 or 7.1 Speaker. It is through headphones. recommended that you set the Speaker Configuration to Stereo (not to 5.1 or 7.1 Speaker) when listening through headphones in order to maximize audio quality.
  • Page 239 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution I have used Update Driver in Device It is very important that the drivers are installed in the order indicated in Chapter Manager (Unknown device > Other 4 (which is the numbered installation order on the Device Drivers & Utilities + Devices) to try and install the Airplane User’s Manual disc).
  • Page 240 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution When using a Bluetooth headset the This is a common issue with Bluetooth headsets. To resolve this issue do the audio appears to be mono and not following (you will need to repeat this procedure after every boot up, restart, stereo.

  • Page 241: 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 242: 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 243: Hdmi-Out Port

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description HDMI-Out Port The HDMI-Out (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port is an audio/video connector interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. This allows you to connect an external monitor, TV or Flat Panel Display etc. as a display device (see “Configuring an External Display (NVIDIA)”...

  • Page 244: Security Lock Slot

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description Security Lock Slot To prevent possible theft, a Kensington-type lock can be attached to this slot. Locks can be purchased at any computer store. USB 3.0 Port These USB ports 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 245: Control Center & Flexikey® Overview

    Control Center & Flexikey® Appendix B: Control Center & Flexikey® Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the functions of the Control Center & Flexikey® appli- cations. Control Center Control Center gives quick access to frequently used controls, power management features and enables you to quickly turn modules on/off.
  • Page 246 Control Center & Flexikey®  Control Center Access To run the Control Center press the Fn + Esc key combination, or double-click the icon the notification area of the taskbar. Close the Control Center by clicking the close icon in the top right of the panel (move the cursor onto the top right corner of the panel to highlight it).

  • Page 247: Power Modes

    Control Center & Flexikey® Power Modes You can set a Power Mode by clicking the appropriate icon at the top of the Control Center. Each power mode will affect the Power Conservation Mode, Airplane Mode, Power Plan and PC camera power etc. You can click a Control Center icon to set an overall power mode and then click individual icons in the Control Center to power on/off the Touchpad and PC camera.

  • Page 248: Control Center Menus

    Control Center & Flexikey® Control Center Menus The Control Center contains 3 menu headings (System Program, Device and Gaming) under the Power Modes. Click the menu headings and then click any of the buttons outlined on the following pages. Figure B - 2 - Control Center Menus B - 4 Overview...

  • Page 249: Power Status (System Program

    Control Center & Flexikey® Power Status (System Program) 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 (System Program) The Brightness icon will show the current screen brightness level.

  • Page 250: This System Supports Energy Star Power

    Control Center & Flexikey® Power Conservation (System Program) This system supports Energy Star power management features that place computers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a low-power sleep modes after a desig- nated period of inactivity (see “Power Conservation Modes” on page 3 - 12).

  • Page 251: Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/ Number Lock/Airplane Mode

    Control Center & Flexikey® selected (see Table B - 1, on page B - Caps Lock/Scroll Lock/ Number Lock/Airplane Mode Click the button to toggle the appropriate lock mode and Airplane Mode. Left Windows Key (Gaming) Click Disable to disable the Windows Key on the left side of the keyboard. This may be useful if you are using the gaming keys (W, A, S &...

  • Page 252: Flexikey® Application

    Control Center & Flexikey® Flexikey® Application Click the button in the Control Center, or the click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar, to access the Flexikey® application. Profiles The menus on the left side of the application relate to Profiles. You can Add or Delete Profiles (you can main- tain 12 active Profiles), Export and Import profiles from the menus.

  • Page 253: Language Interface

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 254 Control Center & Flexikey® 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.
  • Page 255 Control Center & Flexikey® 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 bottom of the page.
  • Page 256 Control Center & Flexikey® 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).

  • Page 257: Keyboard Settings - Express Key

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 a key to select it, and then click to select Express Key in Action Type.
  • Page 258 Control Center & Flexikey® Click Save to save the settings within your chosen profile. If you want to remove any individual key click to select it, and then click Delete. If you want to clear all the settings click Restore to return to the default key setting. 10.

  • Page 259: Enabling Time Record

    Control Center & Flexikey® Enabling Time Record If you want to create a delay between key presses within the key combination, then you can use Time Record function to do so. Enable and select the keyboard under your chosen profile, click to select a key for the shortcut action, and then click to select Express Key in Action Type.
  • Page 260 Control Center & Flexikey® 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 - 12 - Time Record Between Key Presses Click to close the Time Record window.

  • Page 261: Keyboard Settings - Launch App

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 in Action Type.
  • Page 262 Control Center & Flexikey® 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 green. Figure B - 14 - Key Set to Launch App If you want to remove any Launch App Key, select it and click on Restore.

  • Page 263: Keyboard Settings - Express Text

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 in Action Type.
  • Page 264 Control Center & Flexikey® Click in Send key 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. The key will now be configured to send the text message in the target program under your chosen Profile, and the key will appear in blue.

  • Page 265: Keyboard Settings - Disable

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 in Action Type.

  • Page 266: Mouse Settings - Express Key

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 in Action Type.

  • Page 267: Enabling Time Record For Mouse Settings

    Control Center & Flexikey® Click in the Tool Tips field and type to give the key combination a name e.g. “Sprint Fwds”, then click back in the Name field (to avoid adding the recorded keys to the Tool Tips name). Click Start Record 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).

  • Page 268: Mouse Settings - Launch App

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 Express Key in Action Type.
  • Page 269 Control Center & Flexikey® 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 green Click Save to save the settings within your chosen profile. Figure B - 19 - Mouse Button Set to Launch App Mouse Settings - Launch App B - 25...

  • Page 270: Mouse Settings - Express Text

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 in Action Type.
  • Page 271 Control Center & Flexikey® Click in Send key 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. The mouse button click will now be configured to send the text message in the target program under your chosen Profile, and the button will appear in blue.

  • Page 272: Mouse Settings - Disable

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 in Action Type.

  • Page 273: Statistics

    Control Center & Flexikey® 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 Start Record to start recording the frequency of key presses for keys used. You can then go to the application you wish to use the profile for, and use the application as normal so that a standard set of keys used may be recorded.
  • Page 274 Control Center & Flexikey® B - 30...

  • Page 275: Nvidia Video Driver Controls

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Appendix C: NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on  page 1 - Video Card Options NVIDIA Video Driver Installation Note that card types, Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - specifications and driv- ers are subject to contin-...

  • Page 276: Nvidia Control Panel

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA Control Panel  More advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA Control NVIDIA Control Panel tab. Panel Go to the Control Panel. To access the Ge- Double-click NVIDIA Control Panel (click to view the control panel in either Large Force..
  • Page 277 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The NVIDIA Control Panel provides additional video configuration controls and  tools which allow quick access to features such as display configuration, 3D Settings and Help menus etc. Navigating the Control Panel Navigate through the control panels in much the same way as you would a web page.
  • Page 278 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The Help menus provide index and search features, and direct links to the NVIDIA website etc. Figure C - 3 Help Menu C - 4 NVIDIA Control Panel...

  • Page 279: Change Resolution

    NVIDIA 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 NVIDIA Control Panel (see page Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Change resolution.

  • Page 280: Display Devices

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Display Devices  Note that you can use an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cable con- Sound Blaster nected to the HDMI-Out port and/or Mini Display compatible cable connected to a Audio & HDMI Mini Display 1.2 port to connect an external display. See your external display de- Connection vice’s manual to see which formats it supports.

  • Page 281: Configuring An External Display (Nvidia

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display (NVIDIA)  Clone the Displays Display Not Shown Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel (see page If the attached display Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up does not appear in the “1.Select the displays multiple displays.
  • Page 282 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Extending the Display  Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel (see page Changing the Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up Primary Display on multiple displays.
  • Page 283 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The Primary display (the main window display) will be denoted by an asterisk the top right corner of the icon. To change the Primary display right-click the icon and select Make primary. Click Apply > Yes to save any changes. Figure C - 7 Switch Primary Display...
  • Page 284 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls You can drag the icons to match the desktop layout you want to use (e.g. you may want to extend the display to the right or left of the primary display). 10. Click Apply > Yes to save any further changes. Figure C - 8 Drag Display Icons...

  • Page 285: Multiple Display Connection To Hdmi-Out Port & Mini Display Port

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Multiple Display Connection to HDMI-Out Port & Mini Display Port Note that the NVIDIA video cards can support up to two external displays (one attached to the HDMI-Out port and another attached to a Mini Display port), in ad- dition to the built-in LCD.

  • Page 286: Attaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar)  You can configure attached displays from Devices (in the Charms Bar) Windows Logo Key + P Key Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Combination Go the Charms Bar, select Devices.

  • Page 287: Configuring An External Display In Windows

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display In Windows Attach your external display to the HDMI-Out port (and/or Thunderbolt port), and turn it on. Go to the Screen resolution control panel (see page 45) in the Desktop app. Click the Detect button. The computer will then detect any attached displays.
  • Page 288 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu. Figure C - 11 Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s) •...

  • Page 289: Manage 3D Settings

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Manage 3D Settings You can configure the 3D global settings (to be applied to all application programs) or make specific adjustments for installed program settings. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel (see page Click Manage 3D Settings and select either Global Settings or Program Settings. Click the Setting menu items to select any global options required, or select a program to customize from the drop-down menu (click Add to add any program that does not appear in the menu).

  • Page 290: Adjust Video Settings

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Adjust Video Settings You can adjust video color and image settings from the Video sub-menus. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel (see page 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 291: Nvidia Geforce Experience

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA GeForce Experience If you have a working internet connection (and you will need remain connected to the internet to run NVIDIA GeForce Experience) you can click the NVIDIA GeForce Experience desktop icon (or App) to run the application. This will op- timize your gaming settings for your GTX video card by downloading the latest set- tings from the NVIDIA cloud data center.
  • Page 292 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA GeForce Experience Features • Click the Games tab and click Scan for games to update the optimal settings for your installed games from the NVIDIA cloud data center for your PC. • The Drivers tab allows you to check and download the latest available video driver.

  • Page 293: Nvidia Geforce Experience - Batteryboost

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA GeForce Experience - BatteryBoost BatteryBoost allows you to optimize your system’s battery life when gaming. You can adjust the BatteryBoost slider in Preferences > BatteryBoost (make sure you have restarted the computer after the first run of NVIDIA GeForce Experience). Running BatteryBoost On first run of NVIDIA GeForce Experience you should be connected to the inter- net (BatteryBoost will not appear at this stage).

  • Page 294: Nvidia Geforce Experience - Shadowplay

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA GeForce Experience - ShadowPlay Click on the ShadowPlay icon at the top right of the control panel and then click the power button to enable the feature. You can adjust the settings from the menu buttons. Figure C - 17 NVIDIA GeForce Experience...

  • Page 295: Hdmi Audio Configuration

    NVIDIA Video Driver Controls HDMI Audio Configuration 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 you have connected to.
  • Page 296 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Audio Setup for HDMI  In some cases it will be necessary to go to the Sound control panel and manually con- figure the HDMI audio output. Volume Adjustment The sound volume level Go to the Sound control panel. can be set using the vol- Click Playback (tab) ume control in the Set-...
  • Page 297 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs. Click OK to close the Sound control panel. Figure C - 20 HDMI Device Properties HDMI Audio Configuration C - 23...
  • Page 298 NVIDIA 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 • Under certain conditions, if the HDMI cable is disconnected, the default audio If you are using a third playback device will not revert to speakers until the computer is restarted (if you party application to play...

  • Page 299: Hdcp Status

    NVIDIA 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 - 21 HDCP Status HDMI Audio Configuration C - 25...
  • Page 300 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls C - 26...

  • 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: Processor

    Specifications Processor Model B: NVIDIA® GeForce GTX 970M PCIe * 16 Video Card 17.3" (43.94cm) FHD (1920 * 1080), Intel® Core™ i7-4790K (4.0GHz) 6.0mm, 16:9 Backlit Panel 6GB GDDR5 Video RAM 8M L3 Cache, LGA 1150, 22nm (22 Microsoft DirectX® 12 compatible Memory Nanometer), DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP 88W NVIDIA PhysX™...

  • Page 303: Audio

    Specifications Audio Interface Slots High Definition Audio Four USB 3.0 Ports (Including one Three M.2 Slots: powered USB3.0 AC/DC port) S/PDIF Digital Output ======================================= Slot 1: for M.2 2230 WLAN Combo Module One eSATA Port (SATA USB 3.0 Combo) Built-In Array Microphone Card with PCIe &...

  • Page 304: Operating System

    Specifications Intel® Dual Band Wireless-N 7265 (2*2 Features Environmental Spec 802.11 b/g/n) M.2 WLAN Bluetooth Com- Rubber Painting Temperature bo M.2 2230 Module (Factory Option) ° ° Intel® Rapid Start Technology Operating: C - 35 Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 (1*1 Intel®...

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