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MSI GE78HX User Manual

MSI GE78HX
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Table of Contents

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MSI GE78HX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Battery99.9 Whr
Weight2.9 kg
ProcessorIntel Core i9-13980HX
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
Display17.3" QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 240Hz
RAMUp to 64GB DDR5
StorageUp to 2TB NVMe SSD
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
AudioDynaudio Speakers, Hi-Res Audio
NetworkingKiller E3100G LAN
WirelessKiller Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
KeyboardPer-Key RGB Backlight Keyboard
Ports1x RJ45

Summary

Copyright and Trademarks Notice

Revision History

Records changes made to the document over time.

FCC Compliance Statement

Radio Frequency Interference

Details the device's compliance with FCC radio frequency interference regulations.

CE Conformity and Battery Regulations

CE Conformity

Statement of compliance with European Union safety requirements.

Battery Disposal Guidelines

Regulations and safety tips for battery handling and disposal.

Environmental and Chemical Information

WEEE Statement

European directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment recycling.

Chemical Substances Information

Information on chemical substances in products, per REACH regulation.

Regional Compliance Statements

RoHS and Hazardous Substance Compliance

Summarizes RoHS and hazardous substance compliance for various countries.

Product Support and Warranty

Upgrade and Warranty Information

Details on product upgradability and warranty services.

Acquisition of Replaceable Parts

Information on obtaining spare parts for the notebook.

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidance for operating and handling the notebook.

Additional Safety Warnings

Battery, Environment, and Usage Warnings

Further safety warnings regarding battery, environment, and usage conditions.

MSI Notebook Features and Tutorials

MSI Pen and SteelSeries Engine 3

Features related to MSI Pen and SteelSeries Engine 3 for notebooks.

True Color and Nahimic Audio Features

Information on True Color technology and Nahimic audio features.

Introduction to the Notebook

Unpacking the Notebook

Steps for unpacking the notebook and verifying package contents.

Product Overview and Views

Top-open View Description

Illustrates the notebook's top view and labels key external features.

Notebook Components

Power Controls and Input Devices

Explains power key, LEDs, speakers, touchpad, and keyboard functions.

Status Indicators

Caps Lock and Webcam LEDs

Describes status LEDs for Caps Lock and Webcam activity.

External Views - Front Side

Front Side Port Description

Diagram and description of the notebook's front side ports and features.

External Views - Right Side

USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Type-C Ports

Details on USB 3.2 Gen 2 and Type-C ports, including DisplayPort.

Woofer Speaker and Ventilator

Description of the woofer speaker and cooling ventilator.

External Views - Left Side

Thunderbolt and Audio Ports

Information on Thunderbolt (Type-C) and Combo Audio ports.

Left Side Features

Battery Status LEDs and Card Reader

Explains battery status LEDs and the built-in card reader.

External Views - Rear Side

RJ-45, HDMI, and USB Type-C Ports

Details on Ethernet, HDMI, and USB Type-C ports on the rear.

External Views - Bottom Side

Ventilator and SSD Slot

Information about the bottom ventilator and M.2 SSD slot.

Keyboard Operations and Windows Key

Keyboard Usage and Functions

Instructions on general keyboard usage and the Windows key.

Fn Key Functionality

Quick Fn Launch Key Usage

How to enable, disable, and use quick Fn launch key functions.

Fn Key Combination Functions

Explains functions triggered by specific Fn key combinations.

Advanced Keyboard Features

Backlight, LCD Settings, and Screen Capture

Controls for keyboard backlight, LCD brightness, and screen capture.

Multimedia and Display Controls

Cooler Boost, Crosshair, Media Switch, Display Off

Controls for fan speed, crosshair, media, and screen display.

Display Settings and Applications

Multiple Monitor Configuration

How to connect and configure external monitors.

True Color Application Guide

Using the True Color application for display color adjustments.

System Specifications Overview

Physical, CPU, and Memory Specifications

Details on physical dimensions, CPU, and memory specifications.

Power and Storage Specifications

Information on AC/DC adapter, battery, and storage specifications.

Port and Display Specifications

USB, Thunderbolt, HDMI, and LAN Port Details

Specifications for various I/O ports including USB, Thunderbolt, HDMI, and LAN.

Display and Graphics Specifications

Details on LCD type, graphics, and VRAM.

Webcam, Audio, and Security Features

Webcam, Audio, and TPM Security

Specifications for webcam, audio, and Trusted Platform Module (TPM).

Getting Started - Initial Notebook Setup

Begin to Use the Notebook Guide

Step-by-step guide to starting the notebook for the first time.

Comfortable Notebook Operation

Ergonomic Usage Guidelines

Instructions for comfortable and safe notebook operation and posture.

Power Management and Safety Guidelines

AC/DC Adapter and Battery Care

Dos and Don'ts for adapter usage and battery care.

Battery Charging and Behavior

Battery Type and Charging Practices

Information on battery types and optimal charging behavior.

Windows Power Plan Management

Choosing and Customizing Power Plans

How to select or customize power plans in Windows OS.

Custom Power Plan Creation

Creating and Setting Up Custom Power Plans

Steps to create and customize a new power plan in Windows.

Windows Hello Setup - Password

Setting Account Password for Hello

Instructions for setting up a password for Windows Hello.

Windows Hello Setup - PIN

Configuring Windows Hello PIN Login

Steps to set up a PIN for Windows Hello login.

Windows Hello Setup - Face Recognition

Enabling Facial Recognition for Hello

Guide to setting up face recognition for Windows Hello.

Touchpad Operations and Configuration

Touchpad Configuration and Gestures

How to customize and use the touchpad for navigation.

Storage Devices and Slots

HDD, SSD, and M.2 SSD Slot Information

Details on HDD, SSD, and M.2 SSD slot compatibility.

Internet Connectivity - Wireless LAN

Setting Up Wireless LAN Connection

Step-by-step guide to connect to the internet via Wi-Fi.

Internet Connectivity - Wired LAN

Ethernet Connection Setup

Guide for setting up wired Ethernet connections (DHCP, Static IP).

Broadband PPPoE Connection Setup

Setting Up a PPPoE Connection

Instructions for establishing a Broadband (PPPoE) internet connection.

Bluetooth Device Connection

Pairing Bluetooth Devices

Steps for enabling Bluetooth and pairing devices.

Connecting External Devices

Adding Peripherals to the Notebook

How to connect and add external devices to the notebook.

USB Power Share Functionality

Enabling and Using USB Power Share

Instructions for enabling and using the USB Power Share feature.

Video Tutorials - RAID Function

Setting Up RAID on MSI Notebook

Video guide on setting up and using RAID functions on MSI notebooks.

Video Tutorials - System Recovery

F3 Recovery for MSI Notebooks

Video tutorial on using F3 Recovery for MSI preloaded systems.

Video Tutorials - Backup and Restore

MSI Center Pro for Backup and Restore

Video guide on backup and system restore using MSI Center Pro.

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