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A. Remove the compartment cover.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Removing the compartment cover section in this manual.
B. Remove the screws securing the HDD bay to the compartment.
C. (Optional) If an HDD is currently installed in your Notebook PC, disconnect the HDD bay from the HDD port as shown in the illustration below.
HDD bay
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D. (Optional) If an HDD is currently attached to the HDD bay, refer to the following steps on how to remove the old HDD:
1. Remove all the screws on the sides of the HDD bay.
2. Remove the old HDD from the HDD bay then place it on a flat dry surface with its PCB (Printed Circuit Board) facing up, as shown in the illustration below.
HDD bay
old HDD
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E. Place the new HDD with its PCB (Printed Circuit Board) facing the HDD bay. Ensure that the port connectors of your HDD are not obstructed by any part of the HDD bay.
F. Reattach and secure the HDD with the screws you removed earlier.
new HDD
HDD bay
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G. Replace the HDD bay back in the compartment with the HDD connector aligned with the Notebook PC’s HDD port. Push the HDD bay until it connects with the Notebook PC.
H. Secure the HDD bay with the screws you removed earlier.
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Installing an M.2 card
Refer to the following steps when installing a compatible M.2 card in your Notebook PC:
IMPORTANT! Purchase your M.2 card from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover.
NOTE:
•	The appearance of your Notebook PC’s bottom side and M.2 card may vary per model but the module installation remains the same.
•	It is recommended that you install the M.2 card under professional supervision. You may also visit an authorized service center for further assistance.
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A. Remove the compartment cover.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Removing the compartment cover section in this manual.
B. Align and insert the M.2 card into its card module slot.
C. Secure the M.2 card in place using the bundled screw.
M.2 slot 1
M.2 slot 2
NOTE: The M.2 2280 slot 1 supports SATA SSD while slot 2 supports both PCIe (NVMe) SSD and SATA SSD.
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Tips and FAQs
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Useful tips for your Notebook PC
To help you maximize the use of your Notebook PC, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you can follow:
•	 Update	Windows®	periodically	to	ensure	that	your	applications	have the latest security settings.
•	 Use	an	anti-virus	software	to	protect	your	data	and	keep	this	updated too.
•	 Unless	absolutely	necessary,	refrain	from	using	force	shutdown	to	turn off your Notebook PC.
•	 Always	backup	your	data	and	make	it	a	point	to	create	a	backup	data in an external storage drive.
•	 Refrain	from	using	the	Notebook	PC	at	extremely	high	temperatures. If you are not going to use your Notebook PC for a long period of time (at least a month), we recommend that you take out the battery if the battery is removable.
•	 Disconnect	all	external	devices	and	ensure	you	have	the	following 	items prior to resetting your Notebook PC:
- Product key for your operating systems and other installed applications
- Backup data
- Log in ID and password
- Internet connection information
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Hardware FAQs
1. A black dot, or sometimes a colored dot, appears onscreen when I turn on the Notebook PC. What should I do?
Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center.
2. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How can I fix this?
The color and brightness of your display panel may be affected by the angle and current position of your Notebook PC. The brightness and color tone of your Notebook PC may also vary per model. You may use the function keys or the display settings in your operating system to adjust the appearance of your display panel.
3. How can I maximize my Notebook PC ‘s battery life?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
•	 Use	the	function	keys	to	adjust	the	display	brightness.
•	 If	you	are	not	using	any	 Wi-Fi	connection,	switch	your	system into Airplane mode.
•	 Disconnect	unused	USB	devices.
•	 Close	unused	applications,	especially	those	that	take	up	too	much system memory.
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4. My battery charge indicator does not light up. What’s wrong?
•	 Check	whether	the	power	adapter	or	battery	pack	is	attached correctly. You may also disconnect the power adapter or battery pack, wait for a minute, then reconnect them again to the power outlet and Notebook PC.
•	 If	the	problem	still	exists,	contact	your	local	ASUS	service	center for assistance.
5.  Why is my touchpad not working?
Press  to enable your touchpad.
6. When I play audio and video files, why can’t I hear any sound from my Notebook PC’s audio speakers?
You can try doing any of the following suggestions:
•	 Press	 to turn up the speaker volume.
•	 Check	if	your	speakers	were	set	to	mute.
•	 Check	if	a	headphone	jack	is	connected	to	your	Notebook	PC and remove it.
7. What should I do if my Notebook PC’s power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working?
Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
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