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VIIIPreface3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can

Power Management3 - 16 Battery Information3Battery LifeBattery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the lifeand improve its

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 173Proper handling of the Battery Pack• DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances• DO NOT ex

Power Management3 - 18 Battery Information3Battery FAQHow do I completely discharge the battery?Use the computer with battery power until it shuts dow

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 1933. Click Change plan settings (after creating it) and click Change plan settings > Change advanced power

Power Management3 - 20 Battery Information34. Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the battery options.5. Choose the options below (click Yes

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 213How do I fully charge the battery?When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator li

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Drivers & UtilitiesWhat to Install 4 - 14Chapter 4: Drivers & UtilitiesThis chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential

Drivers & Utilities4 - 2 Driver Installation4Driver Installation1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into an attached

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 345. Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 (the drivers must be installed

IXPrefaceServicingDo not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and may expose you andthe computer to electric s

Drivers & Utilities4 - 4 Driver Installation4Table 4 - 1 - Driver InstallationNote that you need to install both the WLAN & Bluetooth drivers

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 54Manual Driver InstallationClick Browse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Install-er application and brow

Drivers & Utilities4 - 6 Driver Installation4User Account ControlIf a User Account Control prompt appears as part ofthe driver installation proced

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 74Driver Installation ProcedureInsert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manualdisc and click

Drivers & Utilities4 - 8 Driver Installation4Touchpad1. Click 6.Install Touchpad Driver > Yes.2. Click Next.3. Click the button to accept the l

Drivers & UtilitiesDriver Installation 4 - 94After installing the audio driver the system will not re-turn to the Drivers Installer screen. To ins

Drivers & Utilities4 - 10 Driver Installation4Optional DriversSee the pages indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 for the driver installation pr

BIOS UtilitiesOverview 5 - 15Chapter 5: BIOS UtilitiesOverviewThis chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: Diagnostics

BIOS Utilities5 - 2 The Power-On Self Test (POST)5The Power-On Self Test (POST)If you enable the Boot-time Diagnostic Screen in the Setup Utility, eac

BIOS UtilitiesThe Power-On Self Test (POST) 5 - 35Failing the POSTErrors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non-f

XPrefacePower SafetyThe computer has specific power requirements:• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.• Your AC/DC adapter m

BIOS Utilities5 - 4 The Setup Utility5The Setup UtilityThe Aptio Setup Utility tells the system how to configure itself and manage basicfeatures and s

BIOS UtilitiesThe Setup Utility 5 - 55Setup ScreensThe following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Along thetop of the screen

BIOS Utilities5-6Main Menu5Main MenuSystem Time & Date (Main Menu)The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If yo

BIOS UtilitiesMain Menu 5 - 75SATA Port # (Main Menu)Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a optical Device/HDD on the comput

BIOS Utilities5 - 8 Advanced Menu5Advanced MenuAdvanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu)The sub-menu here allows you to change the device installed in

BIOS UtilitiesAdvanced Menu 5 - 95mSATA/3G Slot Support (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)Select which device is installed in the mSATA/3G

BIOS Utilities5 - 10 Advanced Menu5Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology (Advanced Menu)Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from this menu. The r

BIOS UtilitiesAdvanced Menu 5 - 115tem from booting, and may require a reinstall of the OS. If you do wish to changethe SATA mode then backup any nece

BIOS Utilities5 - 12 Security Menu5Security MenuSet Supervisor Password (Security Menu)You can set a password for access to the Aptio Setup Utility. T

BIOS UtilitiesSecurity Menu 5 - 135Note: To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password, thenpress Enter for the new password

XIPrefacePolymer Battery PrecautionsNote the following information which is specific to polymer batteries only, and where applicable, this overridesth

BIOS Utilities5 - 14 Security Menu5Secure Boot Control (Security Menu)Secure Boot Control prevents unauthorized operating systems and software fromloa

BIOS UtilitiesSecurity Menu 5 - 155TPM Configuration (Security Menu)This sub-menu will allow you to enable/disable Trusted Platform Module (TPM)suppor

BIOS Utilities5 - 16 Boot Menu5Boot MenuWhen you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system (e.g. Windows7) from the devices listed in

BIOS UtilitiesBoot Menu 5 - 175Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu)Press Enter to select the Boot Option # and use the arrow keys to select any devicein

BIOS Utilities5 - 18 Exit Menu5Exit MenuClick Save Changes and Reset to save all changes made. Choosing to DiscardChanges, or Exit Discarding Changes

ModulesOverview 6 - 16Chapter 6: ModulesOverviewThis chapter contains the information on the various modules (some of which areoptional) which may com

Modules6 - 2 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode6Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI ModeAHCI ModeAdvanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface spe

ModulesSetting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode 6 - 36RAID Level DescriptionRAID 0Identical drives reading and writing data in parallel to increase performan

Modules6 - 4 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode6SATA RAID Setup Procedure (Windows 8.1)To configure your RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) sy

ModulesSetting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode 6 - 569. Select Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>.10. You can now setup your RAID volume using any t

XIIPrefaceGeneral Battery Precautions• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer.

Modules6 - 6 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode613. Go to RAID Level: and press <Enter>.14. Choose the RAID Level required (see Table 6 - 1, on p

ModulesSetting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode 6 - 7617. You should select two identical disks/SSDs to form your RAID volume.18. If you have selected RAID0

Modules6 - 8 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode622. Press <Esc> to exit the menu.23. Press <F4> and <Yes> to “Save Changes and Reset”

ModulesSetting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode 6 - 96IRST Driver Installation1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc an attached D

Modules6 - 10 Setting Up SATA RAID or AHCI Mode6Deleting a RAID (Windows 8.1)If you wish to delete an existing RAID then follow the procedure below to

ModulesPC Camera Module 6 - 116PC Camera ModuleWhen the PC Camera application is run the LED indicator to the left of the camerawill be illuminated in

Modules6 - 12 PC Camera Module6PC Camera Audio SetupIf you want to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup theaudio recor

ModulesPC Camera Module 6 - 136Camera App1. Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon .2. The camera interface will

Modules6 - 14 PC Camera Module6Camera OptionsThe Camera Options settings may be accessed as follows:1. Run the Camera app from the Start screen by cli

ModulesPC Camera Module 6 - 156Taking Pictures/Capturing Video1. Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon .2. Right

XIIIPrefaceCleaningDo not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive clea

Modules6 - 16 PC Camera Module6Camera Roll1. Run the Camera app from the Start screen by clicking on the Camera app icon .2. Right-click on the screen

ModulesPC Camera Module 6 - 176photo with the edited changes), Update original (which changes the original picture permanently) or Undo any changes.9.

Modules6 - 18 PC Camera Module6Editing Videos1. Clicking on a captured video will bring up an app bar with a series of buttons.2. Click Delete to remo

ModulesPC Camera Module 6 - 196Video File SizeNote that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of diskspace for each file

Modules6 - 20 Wireless LAN Module6Wireless LAN ModuleIf you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n (Combo) module is on(i.e. the system is n

ModulesWireless LAN Module 6 - 2163rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation1. Make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode, and then insert the Device

Modules6 - 22 Wireless LAN Module6WLAN Configuration in WindowsYou can configure a wireless connection using one of the following options, how-ever ma

ModulesWireless LAN Module 6 - 2364. Double-click an access point to connect to it (or click it and click Connect).5. Enter a network security key (pa

Modules6 - 24 Wireless LAN Module6Desktop Mode1. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app or use the Windows logo key + D key combination).2. Cl

ModulesBluetooth & WLAN Combo Module 6 - 256Bluetooth & WLAN Combo ModuleIf your purchase option includes the Combination Wireless LAN & B

XIVPrefacePackingAs you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:1. Check that the battery pack and any s

Modules6 - 26 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module63rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation1. Make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode, a

ModulesBluetooth & WLAN Combo Module 6 - 276Bluetooth Configuration in WindowsYou can configure a Bluetooth connection as below, however make sure

Modules6 - 28 Bluetooth & WLAN Combo Module64. Make sure that Bluetooth is turned on and a list of discovered devices will appear.5. Double-click

ModulesBluetooth & WLAN Combo Module 6 - 296To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices1. Switch to the Windows Desktop (click the app

Modules6 - 30 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology6Intel® Rapid Storage TechnologyThe Intel Rapid Storage Technology application provides high-performance

ModulesIntel® Rapid Storage Technology 6 - 316Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for RAID SystemsIntel® Rapid Storage Technology application displays sta

Modules6 - 32 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology6Intel® Rapid Storage Technology HelpIf a hard drive member of a RAID volume is reported as “Degraded” or

ModulesIntel® Rapid Storage Technology 6 - 336RAID Volume Data Verification and RepairThe RAID volume data verification process identifies any inconsi

Modules6 - 34 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology6Verifying and Repairing RAID Volume Data8. Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application.9. Click

ModulesIntel® Rapid Storage Technology 6 - 35612. The completion percentage will be listed under Status (verifying and repairing).13. Click Close in t

XVPrefaceOn the RoadIn addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting,keep these points in

Modules6 - 36 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology6Intel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology is an Intel® Rapid Storage Technology(R

ModulesIntel® Rapid Storage Technology 6 - 376Enabling Intel Smart Response Technology1. Run the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology application.2. Click

Modules6 - 38 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology65. Select the HDD (or RAID volume) to be accelerated (it is highly recommended that you accelerate the s

ModulesIntel® Rapid Storage Technology 6 - 3967. The page will refresh and report the new configuration in under Performance > Smart Response Techn

Modules6 - 40 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver6Intel® Rapid Start Technology DriverIntel(R) Rapid Start Technology can resume power from Hibernati

ModulesIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 6 - 416Intel® Rapid Start Technology Configuration1. Enable/disable Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology from t

Modules6 - 42 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver64. Enter the figure, which should be equal to amount of system memory (RAM) in your computer, in “E

ModulesIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 6 - 4366. Run the Desktop app and right-click the lower left hot corner (or use the Windows Logo Key + X

Modules6 - 44 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver69. Type “select disk #” (# is disk number where you want to create the store partition, so refer to

ModulesIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 6 - 45613. Type “detail disk”.14. Type “select Volume #” (# is volume of your storage partition so refer t

XVIPrefaceDeveloping Good Work HabitsDeveloping good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time.Im

Modules6 - 46 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Driver616. Type the following, depending on the format of the SSD.•For MBR formatted SSDs: “set id=84 over

ModulesIntel® Rapid Start Technology Driver 6 - 47619. Go the Windows control panel and double-click Administrative Tools (System and Security)> Co

Modules6 - 48 Sound Blaster Audio6Sound Blaster AudioInstall the Sound Blaster AP to allow you to configure the audio settings to yourrequirements for

ModulesSound Blaster Audio 6 - 496Volume ControlsYou can click on the volume dials to adjust the level for either the microphone ormaster volume. You

Modules6 - 50 Sound Blaster Audio6SBX Pro StudioClick the check box to enable/disable the control, and use the slider to adjust the lev-els. Press the

ModulesSound Blaster Audio 6 - 516Scout ModeClick in the box to enable Scout Mode to enhance your ability to hear enemies ingames from a further dista

Modules6 - 52 Sound Blaster Audio6Voice FXClick in the box to enable Voice FX and click on the sliders to adjust the settings.Select the mode required

ModulesSound Blaster Audio 6 - 536EAX Effects & EQClick to select either/or EAX Effects or EQ, select the mode required from the drop-box and clic

Modules6 - 54 Sound Blaster Audio6Advanced SettingsSelect the speaker/headphone configuration from the dropbox, and click on Test tohear the effect. Y

ModulesSound Blaster Audio 6 - 556Hot Key ConfigurationClick Configure Hot Keys in Scout Mode or Advanced Settings menus to accessthe Hot Key Configur

XVIIPrefaceLightingProper lighting and a comfortable viewing angle can reduce eye strain and shoulder and neck muscle fatigue.• Position the display t

Modules6 - 56 Sound Blaster Audio6Creative ALchemyThe Creative ALchemy application can be run from the shortcut in the Start menu.Use the left menu to

ModulesSound Blaster Audio 6 - 576Testing 5.1 Surround Sound (Advanced Settings)If you are using the Sound Blaster X-Fi 3 control panel (Advanced Sett

Modules6 - 58 Fingerprint Reader Module6Fingerprint Reader ModuleThe fingerprint reader module provides a high level of security for your computer.Mak

ModulesFingerprint Reader Module 6 - 596Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into t

Modules6 - 60 Fingerprint Module Configuration6Fingerprint Module Configuration1. Go to the Charms Bar.2. Select Settings and then click Change PC Set

ModulesFingerprint Module Configuration 6 - 61610. Input the Windows password and click OK.11. You will then be instructed to swipe the same finger ac

Modules6 - 62 Trusted Platform Module6Trusted Platform Module(Optional)The TPM security chip allows you to create and manage digital certificates for

ModulesTrusted Platform Module 6 - 636Enabling & Managing TPM1. Restart the computer.2. Enter the Aptio Setup Utility pressing F2 during the POST/

Modules6 - 64 Trusted Platform Module6TPM Management in WindowsYou can manage your TPM settings from within Windows:1. Go to the Control Panel.2.Click

ModulesTrusted Platform Module 6 - 6564. The TPM Management window allows you to configure the TPM within Windows. As TPM is usually administered with

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Modules6 - 66 Trusted Platform Module6TPM Actions1. Click Prepare the TPM and follow the instructions in the Wizard to prepare the TPM (this will prob

ModulesTrusted Platform Module 6 - 676BitLockerBitLocker Drive Encryption can be used in conjunction with the TPM to encryptdata on the disk. Access t

Modules6 - 68 3G/4G Module63G/4G ModuleIf you have included an optional UMTS/HSPA+ based 3G Module (Universal Mo-bile Telecommunications System or Hig

Modules3G/4G Module 6 - 6963G/4G Module USIM Card InstallationInsert the USIM card as illustrated below (pay careful attention to the orientationof

Modules6 - 70 3G/4G Module63G/4G Configuration in WindowsYou can configure a 3G/4G connection as below, however make sure the system isnot in Airplane

Modules3G/4G Module 6 - 7164. Any 3G/4G service provider (connection information is usually stored on the USIM card) will appear under Mobile Broadban

Modules6 - 72 3G/4G Module68. You can then access the internet, download e-mail etc. as per any internet connection.9. To disconnect you can select th

ModulesWireless Display 6 - 736Wireless DisplayWireless Display uses your Wireless LAN module/WLAN Bluetooth Combo mod-ule (you need to make sure that

Modules6 - 74 Wireless Display6Wireless Display Configuration1. Note that no driver or application is required for wireless display in Windows 8.1.2.

ModulesWireless Display 6 - 7565. The system will then search for compatible display devices (this may take up to60 seconds so allow time for this to

XIXPrefaceContentsNotice ...

Modules6 - 76 Wireless Display69. The display will then connect (for specific settings for your display see the documentation supplied with your compa

TroubleshootingOverview 7 - 17Chapter 7: TroubleshootingOverviewShould you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service repres

Troubleshooting7 - 2 Basic Hints and Tips7Basic Hints and TipsMany of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when

TroubleshootingBackup and General Maintenance 7 - 37Backup and General Maintenance•Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and p

Troubleshooting7 - 4 Viruses7Viruses• Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to

TroubleshootingUpgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software 7 - 57Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software• Do not be tempted to make changes to your

Troubleshooting7 - 6 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software7• Don’t over complicate things. The less you have to deal with then the easier the sou

TroubleshootingProblems and Possible Solutions 7 - 77Problems and Possible SolutionsProblem Possible Cause - SolutionYou turned on the power but it do

Troubleshooting7 - 8 Problems and Possible Solutions7The computer feels too hot. Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent/Fan intake

TroubleshootingProblems and Possible Solutions 7 - 97You forget the boot password. If you forget the password, you may have to discharge the battery o

XXPrefaceLED Indicators ...

Troubleshooting7 - 10 Problems and Possible Solutions7The system freezes or the screen goesdark.The system’s power saving features have timed-out. Use

TroubleshootingProblems and Possible Solutions 7 - 117A file cannot be copied to/from aconnected Bluetooth device.The transfer of data between the com

Troubleshooting7 - 12 Problems and Possible Solutions7Audio Volume is too low when listeningthrough headphones.You have set the Speaker Configuration

TroubleshootingProblems and Possible Solutions 7 - 137I have used Update Driver in DeviceManager (Unknown device > OtherDevices) to try and instal

Troubleshooting7 - 14 Problems and Possible Solutions7When using a Bluetooth headset theaudio appears to be mono and notstereo.This is a common issue

Interface (Ports & Jacks)Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 1AAppendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks)OverviewThe following chapter will give a qu

Interface (Ports & Jacks)A - 2 Interface (Ports & Jacks)APorts and JacksItem DescriptionCard Reader The card reader allows you to use the foll

Interface (Ports & Jacks)Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 3Ae-SATA / USB 3.0 Combo PortThis e-SATA (external Serial Advanced Technology Attachmen

Interface (Ports & Jacks)A - 4 Interface (Ports & Jacks)AHeadphone-Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack. Note: S

Interface (Ports & Jacks)Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 5AUSB 3.0 PortPowered USB 3.0 PortThese USB ports are for low-speed peripherals such as

XXIPrefaceRunning Apps ...

Interface (Ports & Jacks)A-6A

Control Center & Combo KeysOverview B - 1BAppendix B: Control Center & Combo KeysOverviewThe following chapter will give a quick description o

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 2 OverviewBFigure B - 1 - Control Center & Combo KeysControl Center AccessTo run the Control Center press the

Control Center & Combo KeysOverview B - 3BPower ModesYou can set a Power Mode by clicking the appropriate icon at the top of the Control Center. E

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 4 OverviewBControl Center MenusThe Control Center contains 3 menu headings (System Program, Device and Gaming) unde

Control Center & Combo KeysOverview B - 5BPower Status (System Program) The Power Status icon will show whether you are currently powered by the

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 6 OverviewBPower Conservation (System Program)This system supports Energy Star power management features that p

Control Center & Combo KeysOverview B - 7BBacklight Keyboard (Device) Click the numbers under the Backlight Keyboard icon to adjust the brightness

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 8 Combo Keys ApplicationBCombo Keys ApplicationClick the button in the Control Center, or the click the icon i

Control Center & Combo KeysCombo Keys Application B - 9BCombo Keys Application Features• EXPRESS KEY - This feature allows you to configure a sing

XXIIPrefaceHibernate ...

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 10 Combo Keys ApplicationBEnabling or Disabling Combo KeysYou can enable or disable combo keys (and therefore any h

Control Center & Combo KeysCombo Keys Application B - 11BKeyboard SettingsThe keyboard settings allow you to configure actions for any single key

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 12 Combo Keys ApplicationBMouse SettingsWhen an external mouse is attached, the mouse settings allow you to configu

Control Center & Combo KeysKeyboard Settings - Express Key B - 13BKeyboard Settings - Express KeyTo configure a single key to send multiple key co

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 14 Keyboard Settings - Express KeyB7. Click Save to save the settings within your chosen profile.8. If you want to

Control Center & Combo KeysKeyboard Settings - Express Key B - 15BEnabling Time RecordIf you want to create a delay between key presses within the

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 16 Keyboard Settings - Express KeyB6. You can edit the delay between key presses by clicking in the Delay Time (MS)

Control Center & Combo KeysKeyboard Settings - Launch App B - 17BKeyboard Settings - Launch AppYou can configure keys to launch any application or

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 18 Keyboard Settings - Launch AppB3. Navigate to the executable file of the application and click Open.4. The key w

Control Center & Combo KeysKeyboard Settings - Express Text B - 19BKeyboard Settings - Express TextA single key can be set to send a string of tex

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Control Center & Combo KeysB - 20 Keyboard Settings - Express TextB4. Click in Send key if required (the Send key is the key used to in your targe

Control Center & Combo KeysKeyboard Settings - Disable B - 21BKeyboard Settings - DisableYou can use the program to disable any keys not required.

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 22 Mouse Settings - Express KeyBMouse Settings - Express KeyTo assign a mouse button click to send multiple key com

Control Center & Combo KeysMouse Settings - Express Key B - 23B4. Click in the Tool Tips field and type to give the key combination a name e.g. “S

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 24 Mouse Settings - Launch AppBMouse Settings - Launch AppYou can assign a mouse button click to launch any applica

Control Center & Combo KeysMouse Settings - Launch App B - 25B3. Navigate to the executable file of the application and click Open.4. The mouse cl

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 26 Mouse Settings - Express TextBMouse Settings - Express TextA mouse button click can be set to send a string of t

Control Center & Combo KeysMouse Settings - Express Text B - 27B4. Click in Send key if required (the Send key is the key used to in your target p

Control Center & Combo KeysB - 28 Mouse Settings - DisableBMouse Settings - DisableYou can use the program to disable any mouse button clicks if n

Video Driver ControlsOverview C - 1CAppendix C: Video Driver ControlsOverviewThe basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Feature

XXIVPrefaceMain Menu ...

Video Driver ControlsC - 2 Microsoft Hybrid GraphicsCMicrosoft Hybrid GraphicsMost notebook computers come with either a discrete or integrated graphi

Video Driver ControlsMicrosoft Hybrid Graphics C - 3CHow Switchable Technology worksWhen the system is powered up and is displaying just the desktop,

Video Driver ControlsC - 4 Video Driver InstallationCVideo Driver InstallationMake sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1,

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel C - 5CIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control PanelAdvanced video configuration options are provi

Video Driver ControlsC - 6 Intel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control PanelCOR2. Right-click the Desktop and select Graphics Properties from the menu.OR3. Click

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel C - 7CYou can make changes to any of the graphics properties by clicking the appropriateme

Video Driver ControlsC - 8 Intel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control PanelCSub-MenusSome of the menu panels will also have sub-menus (in the top left corner of

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel C - 9CDisplayClick either Display Settings or Color to make display adjustments, including

Video Driver ControlsC - 10 Intel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control PanelCClick the Display menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The Mul-t

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel C - 11CThe Audio Settings sub-menu (if applicable) allows you to configure the capabilitym

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Video Driver ControlsC - 12 Intel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control PanelC3DThis menu allows you to choose how 3D images are displayed. Performance dis-plays

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel C - 13COptionsOptions allows you to Customize Hot Keys (for opening the application, rotat

Video Driver ControlsC - 14 Intel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control PanelCClick the Options menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The In-fo

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel C - 15CVideoThe Video Profiles menu allows you to brighten or darken movies, or to switch

Video Driver ControlsC - 16 Intel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control PanelCClick the Video menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus.The ImageEnh

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel C - 17CThe Image Scaling and Gamut Mapping menus allow you to adjust these items. Figure C

Video Driver ControlsC - 18 Intel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control PanelCPowerChoose a Power Plan for when the computer is Plugged in or On battery. Whentur

Video Driver ControlsIntel® Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel C - 19CSupportClick Support and select an item from the menus to bring up the help and sup

Video Driver ControlsC - 20 Display Devices & OptionsCDisplay Devices & OptionsNote that you can use external displays connected to the HDMI-O

Video Driver ControlsAttaching Other Displays C - 21CAttaching Other DisplaysTo Clone Displays:1. Attach your external display to the display port/min

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Video Driver ControlsC - 22 Attaching Other DisplaysCTo Enable Extended Mode:1. Attach your external display to the display port/mini display port/HDM

Video Driver ControlsAttaching Other Displays C - 23CTo Enable Collage Mode:1. Attach your external displays to the external monitor port and HDMI-Out

Video Driver ControlsC - 24 Attaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar)CAttaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar)You can configure attached

Video Driver ControlsAttaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar) C - 25CConfiguring an External Display In Windows1. Attach your external display

Video Driver ControlsC - 26 Attaching Other Displays - Devices (Charms Bar)C5. You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu.• Duplic

Video Driver ControlsHDMI Audio Configuration C - 27CHDMI Audio ConfigurationHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video

Video Driver ControlsC - 28 HDMI Audio ConfigurationC5. Adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs.6. Click OK to close the Sound control p

Video Driver ControlsHDMI Audio Configuration C - 29CHDMI Notes• Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI-Out port BEFORE attempt-ing to play au

Video Driver ControlsC - 30 NVIDIA Control PanelCNVIDIA Control PanelMore advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA ControlPanel

Video Driver ControlsNVIDIA Control Panel C - 31CThe NVIDIA Control Panel provides additional video configuration controls andtools which allow quick

XXVIIPrefaceEnabling & Managing TPM ...

Video Driver ControlsC - 32 Customization OptionsCCustomization OptionsOne of the most important aspects of hybrid technology is that it will switch b

Video Driver ControlsCustomization Options C - 33C3. Close the NVIDIA Control Panel.4. Find the executable file icon of the application you want to ru

Video Driver ControlsC - 34 Customization OptionsCGlobal SettingsGlobal settings allows you to set the preferred graphics processor for overall use.Id

Video Driver ControlsCustomization Options C - 35CProgram SettingsProgram settings allows you to make specific adjustments for installed applications.

Video Driver ControlsC - 36 Set PhysX® ConfigurationCSet PhysX® ConfigurationNVIDIA® PhysX® is a physics engine that can use the GPU to accelerate gam

SpecificationsSpecifications D - 1DAppendix D: SpecificationsLatest Specification InformationThe specifications listed in this Appendix are correct a

SpecificationsD - 2 SpecificationsDProcessorIntel® Core™ i7-4870HQ (2.50GHz) Processor6M L3 Cache, 22nm (22 Nanometer), DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP 47WIntel® C

SpecificationsSpecifications D - 3DTwo M.2 2280 SSDs with SATA (Serial) Interface (RAID 0/1) (Factory Option)OROne M.2 2280 SSD with PCIe Gen2 x2/x4 I

SpecificationsD - 4 SpecificationsD*A barebone system does not include the HDD, RAM, adapter, power cord and factory option modules (weight tolerance

IPrefaceNoticeThe company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Informationcontained herein is for r

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Overview 1 - 1Quick Start Guide1Chapter 1: Quick Start GuideOverviewThis Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your compu

1 - 2 OverviewQuick Start Guide1Advanced UsersIf you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it us

Overview 1 - 3Quick Start Guide1Not IncludedOperating Systems (e.g. Windows 8.1) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database pro-

1 - 4 OverviewQuick Start Guide1System SoftwareYour computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where

System Startup 1 - 5Quick Start Guide1System Startup1. Remove all packing materials, and place the computer on a stable surface, and securely attach a

IIPrefaceR&TTE DirectiveThis device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Direc-tive 199

1 - 6 LCD Panel OpenQuick Start Guide1LCD Panel OpenFigure 1 - 2 LCD Panel Open1. Built-In PC Camera2. PC Camera LED3. Built-In Microphone4. LCD5. Spe

Quick Start GuideLCD Panel Open 1 - 71LED IndicatorsThe LED indicators display helpful information about the current status of the computer.Table 1 -

Quick Start Guide1 - 8 Illuminated LED Keyboard1Illuminated LED KeyboardThe illuminated keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric dat

Control Center 1 - 9Quick Start Guide1Control CenterWhen in the Windows Desktop application (not in the Start screen) press the Fn + Esc key combinati

1 - 10 Keyboard Application SettingsQuick Start Guide1Keyboard Application SettingsYou will need to install the keyboard hot key application driver (s

Quick Start GuideCombo Keys Application 1 - 111Combo Keys ApplicationThe Combo Keys application is a quick hotkey configuration application, which all

1 - 12 Combo Keys ApplicationQuick Start Guide1Combo Keys Application Features:For full details see “Combo Keys Application” on page B - 8.• EXPRESS K

Combo Keys Application 1 - 13Quick Start Guide1Keyboard ShortcutsThe following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navi-gation

1 - 14 Combo Keys ApplicationQuick Start Guide1Function Keys & Visual IndicatorsThe function keys (F1 - F12 etc.) will act as hot keys when presse

Front & Rear Views 1 - 15Quick Start Guide1Front & Rear ViewsFigure 1 - 7Front & Rear Views1. LED Power Indica-tors2. Vent/Fan Intake3. DC

IIIPrefaceCE MarkingThis device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has at-tained CE Marking. The

1 - 16 Right ViewQuick Start Guide1Right ViewFigure 1 - 8Right View1. S/PDIF-Out Jack2. Microphone Jack3. Headphone Jack4. Multi-in-1 Card Reader5. SI

Right View 1 - 17Quick Start Guide13G/4G Module USIM Card InstallationInsert the USIM card as illustrated below (pay careful attention to the orient

1 - 18 Left ViewQuick Start Guide1Left ViewFigure 1 - 10Left View1.Vent/Fan Intake2. HDMI-Out Port3. 1 * Powered USB 3.0 Port4. Mini Display Port 25.

Bottom View 1 - 19Quick Start Guide1Bottom ViewFigure 1 - 11Bottom View1. Fan Outlet/IntakeOverheatingTo prevent your computerfrom overheating make s

1 - 20 Windows 8.1 Control PanelQuick Start Guide1Windows 8.1 Control PanelThroughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Pane

Windows 8.1 Control Panel 1 - 21Quick Start Guide1The Control Panel can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 8.1.•Click Search in the Windows Ch

1 - 22 Windows 8.1 Control PanelQuick Start Guide1Right-click the Start button in the Desktop app (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) to

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 23Quick Start Guide1Windows 8.1 Start Screen & DesktopThe Apps, control panels, utilities and programs

1 - 24 Windows 8.1 Start Screen & DesktopQuick Start Guide1Apps & TilesThe Start screen will contain a number of apps, and many more will be i

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 25Quick Start Guide1Desktop ApplicationWhen the Desktop app is running (click the app in the Start screen o

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1 - 26 Windows 8.1 Start Screen & DesktopQuick Start Guide1The Charms BarThe right side of the screen (Start or Desktop) displays the Charms Bar.

Windows 8.1 Start Screen & Desktop 1 - 27Quick Start Guide1Charms Bar Items• Search : You can search for any file, application, Apps and control

1 - 28 Windows 8.1 Start Screen & DesktopQuick Start Guide1Windows 8.1 TaskbarIn many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction

Video Features 1 - 29Quick Start Guide1Video FeaturesYou can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in

1 - 30 Video FeaturesQuick Start Guide1To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows:1. Go to the Control Panel.2. Click Display

Video Features 1 - 31Quick Start Guide1To access the Intel(R) Iris(TM) Graphics Control Panel:1. Click Advanced settings (Figure 1 - 20 on page 1 -

1 - 32 Video FeaturesQuick Start Guide1To access the NVIDIA Control Panel:1. Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel (Figure 1 - 22)

Video Features 1 - 33Quick Start Guide1Configuring External DisplaysIt is possible to quickly configure external displays from the Devices menu item i

1 - 34 Power OptionsQuick Start Guide1Power OptionsPower Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power Menu item in S

Running Apps 1 - 35Quick Start Guide1Running AppsTo run apps in Windows 8.1 you will need to check that the Screen Resolution and User Account Control

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1 - 36 Running AppsQuick Start Guide1User Account Control SettingsIf your computer meets the minimum screen resolution requirements, and still you can

Storage Devices, Mouse, & AudioOverview 2 - 12Chapter 2: Storage Devices, Mouse, & AudioOverviewRead this chapter to learn more about the foll

Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio2 - 2 Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive2Hard Disk Drive/Solid State DriveThe hard disk drive (HDD) and/or solid sta

Storage Devices, Mouse, & AudioMulti-in-1 Card Reader 2 - 32Multi-in-1 Card ReaderThe card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital sto

Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio2 - 4 Audio Features2Audio FeaturesYou can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound controlpane

Storage Devices, Mouse, & AudioAudio Features 2 - 52Setup for Audio RecordingTo record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow th

Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio2 - 6 Audio Features2Setup for 5.1Surround SoundTo setup your system for 5.1 surround sound you will need to connec

Storage Devices, Mouse, & AudioAudio Features 2 - 725. Plug in the speaker cables (you may require an adapter to connect each cable to the appropr

Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio2 - 8 Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse2Touchpad and Buttons/MouseThe Touchpad is an alternative to the mouse; however, yo

Storage Devices, Mouse, & AudioTouchpad Configuration 2 - 92Touchpad ConfigurationOnce you have installed the TouchPad driver (see “Touchpad” on p

VIPrefaceIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSFollow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and i

Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio2 - 10 Touchpad Configuration2Gestures and Device SettingsThe Synaptics Gestures Suite application allows you to us

Storage Devices, Mouse, & AudioTouchpad Configuration 2 - 112Disabling the TouchpadIf you need to disable the Touchpad for any reason (e.g. you ma

Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio2 - 12 Touchpad Configuration2ScrollingThe Two-Finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows and allows

Storage Devices, Mouse, & AudioTouchpad Configuration 2 - 132RotatingUse the Pivot Rotate gesture to rotate objects (e.g. photos) in 90 degree inc

Storage Devices, Mouse, & Audio2-142

Power ManagementOverview 3 - 13Chapter 3: Power ManagementOverviewTo conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power man-agemen

Power Management3 - 2 The Power Sources3The Power SourcesThe computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack.AC/DC AdapterUse onl

Power ManagementTurning On the Computer 3 - 33Turning On the ComputerNow you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the po

Power Management3 - 4 Shutting the Computer Down3Shutting the Computer DownNote that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut do

Power ManagementPower Plans3-53Power PlansThe computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans. Youcan use (or modify) an existing

VIIPrefaceInstructions for Care and OperationThe notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:1

Power Management3 - 6 Power Plans3Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma-chine in order to save power. This is

Power ManagementPower-Saving States 3 - 73Power-Saving StatesYou can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart whereyou lef

Power Management3 - 8 Power-Saving States3HibernateHibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and savesall of your inform

Power ManagementConfiguring the Power Buttons 3 - 93Configuring the Power ButtonsThe power/sleep button (Fn + F12 key combo) and closed lid may be set

Power Management3 - 10 Configuring the Power Buttons3Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power MenuAdd Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu as follows.1. Go to

Power ManagementConfiguring the Power Buttons 3 - 113Resuming OperationYou can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button,

Power Management3 - 12 Configuring the Power Buttons3Power Conservation ModesThis system supports Energy Star power management features that place com

Power ManagementConfiguring the Power Buttons 3 - 133Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key CombinationYou can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination from almost a

Power Management3 - 14 Battery Information3Battery InformationFollow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery.Battery PowerYour

Power ManagementBattery Information 3 - 153Conserving Battery Power•Use a power plan that conserves power (e.g Power saver), however note that this ma