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Asus X550VX - User Manual

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E-Manual
E11160
First Edition
December 2015

Table of Contents

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Summary

Manual Introduction and Conventions

About This Manual

Provides an overview of the manual's content and structure.

Conventions Used in This Manual

Explains formatting, icons, and typography used throughout the manual.

Safety Precautions and Care

Notebook PC Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines for operating the device and avoiding hazards.

Notebook PC Care and Disposal

Maintenance instructions and proper disposal procedures for the notebook.

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to Know Your Notebook PC

Overview of the notebook's top view and its components.

Top View Components

Details on microphone, camera, display panel, and power button.

Notebook Bottom View

Description of components and features located on the underside.

Notebook Right Side Ports

Identification and description of ports on the right side.

Notebook Left Side Ports

Identification and description of ports on the left side.

Notebook Front Side Features

Description of features and indicators on the front side.

Chapter 2: Using Your Notebook PC

Initial Setup and Charging

First-time use procedures and connecting the power adapter.

Touchpad Navigation and Gestures

Guide to touchpad operations, gestures, and pointer movement.

Keyboard Functions and Keys

Explanation of function keys, special keys, and shortcuts.

Numeric Keypad and Optical Drive

Usage of the numeric keypad and optical drive operations.

Chapter 3: Working with Windows 10

Initial Windows 10 Setup

Steps for first-time configuration of the operating system.

Start Menu and App Management

Using the Start menu and managing Windows applications.

Windows Multitasking Features

Explanation of Task View and Snap feature for multitasking.

Action Center and Keyboard Shortcuts

Notification center overview and useful keyboard shortcuts.

Network Connectivity Options

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and wired network setup procedures.

Power Management Modes

Procedures for turning off and putting the notebook to sleep.

Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)

Understanding POST and BIOS Basics

Explanation of diagnostic tests and the BIOS system.

Navigating and Configuring BIOS Settings

Accessing and changing BIOS options for system configuration.

BIOS Security and Interface Control

Setting passwords and controlling I/O interface security.

Saving BIOS Changes and Updates

Procedures for saving BIOS settings and updating the BIOS.

Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Notebook PC

Accessing Internal Components

Steps for removing the compartment cover to access internal parts.

Hardware Upgrades: RAM and HDD

Guides for installing or upgrading RAM modules and Hard Disk Drives.

Replacing the Battery Pack

Instructions for installing a new battery pack.

Tips and Frequently Asked Questions

Useful Tips for Notebook PC Usage

General advice for optimal performance, security, and battery life.

Hardware and Software Troubleshooting FAQs

Answers to common hardware and software issues encountered.

Appendices and Compliance Information

Drive Information and Region Codes

Details on DVD/Blu-ray drives and regional playback restrictions.

Modem and Network Compliance Standards

Modem compliance with standards and network compatibility.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

FCC, CE, IC, and other declarations of conformity.

Safety, Environmental, and Battery Notices

Safety, REACH, battery warnings, and laser safety.

Product Compliance and Recycling

ENERGY STAR, environmental compliance, and recycling information.

Regional Notices and Recycling

Specific regional warnings and battery recycling services.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Formal product conformity statement for the European Community.

Summary

Manual Introduction and Conventions

About This Manual

Provides an overview of the manual's content and structure.

Conventions Used in This Manual

Explains formatting, icons, and typography used throughout the manual.

Safety Precautions and Care

Notebook PC Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines for operating the device and avoiding hazards.

Notebook PC Care and Disposal

Maintenance instructions and proper disposal procedures for the notebook.

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to Know Your Notebook PC

Overview of the notebook's top view and its components.

Top View Components

Details on microphone, camera, display panel, and power button.

Notebook Bottom View

Description of components and features located on the underside.

Notebook Right Side Ports

Identification and description of ports on the right side.

Notebook Left Side Ports

Identification and description of ports on the left side.

Notebook Front Side Features

Description of features and indicators on the front side.

Chapter 2: Using Your Notebook PC

Initial Setup and Charging

First-time use procedures and connecting the power adapter.

Touchpad Navigation and Gestures

Guide to touchpad operations, gestures, and pointer movement.

Keyboard Functions and Keys

Explanation of function keys, special keys, and shortcuts.

Numeric Keypad and Optical Drive

Usage of the numeric keypad and optical drive operations.

Chapter 3: Working with Windows 10

Initial Windows 10 Setup

Steps for first-time configuration of the operating system.

Start Menu and App Management

Using the Start menu and managing Windows applications.

Windows Multitasking Features

Explanation of Task View and Snap feature for multitasking.

Action Center and Keyboard Shortcuts

Notification center overview and useful keyboard shortcuts.

Network Connectivity Options

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and wired network setup procedures.

Power Management Modes

Procedures for turning off and putting the notebook to sleep.

Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)

Understanding POST and BIOS Basics

Explanation of diagnostic tests and the BIOS system.

Navigating and Configuring BIOS Settings

Accessing and changing BIOS options for system configuration.

BIOS Security and Interface Control

Setting passwords and controlling I/O interface security.

Saving BIOS Changes and Updates

Procedures for saving BIOS settings and updating the BIOS.

Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Notebook PC

Accessing Internal Components

Steps for removing the compartment cover to access internal parts.

Hardware Upgrades: RAM and HDD

Guides for installing or upgrading RAM modules and Hard Disk Drives.

Replacing the Battery Pack

Instructions for installing a new battery pack.

Tips and Frequently Asked Questions

Useful Tips for Notebook PC Usage

General advice for optimal performance, security, and battery life.

Hardware and Software Troubleshooting FAQs

Answers to common hardware and software issues encountered.

Appendices and Compliance Information

Drive Information and Region Codes

Details on DVD/Blu-ray drives and regional playback restrictions.

Modem and Network Compliance Standards

Modem compliance with standards and network compatibility.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

FCC, CE, IC, and other declarations of conformity.

Safety, Environmental, and Battery Notices

Safety, REACH, battery warnings, and laser safety.

Product Compliance and Recycling

ENERGY STAR, environmental compliance, and recycling information.

Regional Notices and Recycling

Specific regional warnings and battery recycling services.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Formal product conformity statement for the European Community.

Asus X550VX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form factorClamshell
Product typeLaptop
Product colorBlack
Numeric keypadYes
Pointing deviceTouchpad
Memory slots1x SO-DIMM
Internal memory8 GB
Memory clock speed2133 MHz
Internal memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory24 GB
Storage mediaHDD
Optical drive typeDVD Super Multi
Total storage capacity1000 GB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Display diagonal15.6 \
Native aspect ratio16:9
On-board graphics card ID0x191B
Discrete graphics card modelNVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 950M
On-board graphics card modelIntel® HD Graphics 530
On-board graphics card familyIntel® HD Graphics
Maximum on-board graphics card memory1.7 GB
On-board graphics card OpenGL version4.4
On-board graphics card base frequency350 MHz
On-board graphics card DirectX version12.0
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)1050 MHz
Battery capacity44 Wh
Battery technology-
Number of battery cells4
AC adapter power120 W
AC adapter output current6.3 A
AC adapter output voltage19 V
Cable lock slot typeKensington
Password protection typeBIOS, User
Audio systemSonicMaster
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Charging port typeDC-in jack
DisplayPorts quantity0
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2
Bus typeDMI3
SteppingR0
Tjunction100 °C
Processor cache6 MB
System bus rate8 GT/s
Processor familyIntel® Core™ i7
Processor seriesIntel Core i7-6700 Mobile series
Processor socketBGA 1440
Processor threads8
Processor codenameSkylake
Processor frequency2.6 GHz
Processor cache typeSmart Cache
Configurable TDP-down35 W
Processor lithography14 nm
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor front side bus- MHz
PCI Express slots version3.0
Processor boost frequency3.5 GHz
Processor operating modes64-bit
PCI Express configurations1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes16
Processor codeSR2FQ
Processor ARK ID88967
Processor package size42 x 28 mm
Supported instruction setsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0
Intel Secure Key Technology version1.00
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version0.00
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth251 mm
Width380 mm
Weight2450 g
Height (rear)31.7 mm
Height (front)29.2 mm

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