MSI Crosshair 15 User Manual
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USER GUIDE Gaming｜Content Creation｜Business & Productivity - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 2
USER GUIDE NOTEBOOK 1-2 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 3
Ukraine restriction of hazardous substances 1-9 Vietnam RoHS...1-9 Upgrade and Warranty 1-10 Acquisition of Replaceable Parts 1-10 Safety Instructions...1-11 MSI Highlights ...1-14 Introductions 2-1 Unpacking...2-2 Product Overview...2-3 Top-open View...2-3 Front Side View...2-5 Right Side View - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 4
How to Get Started 3-1 Begin to Use the Notebook 3-2 How to Use the Notebook Comfortably 3-3 How to Manage Power Supply 3-4 AC/DC Adapter...3-4 Battery...3-4 How to Set Up a Power Plan in Windows 10 3-6 Choose or Customize a Power Plan 3-6 Create Your Own Power Plan 3-8 How to Use the - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 5
Copyright and Trademarks Notice Copyright © Micro-Star Int'l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int'l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 6
installation. This equipment generates, uses and radiates radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 7
explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instructions. 1-7 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 8
WEEE Statement European Union: Under the European Union ("EU") Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/ EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of "electrical and electronic equipment" cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 9
RoHS Statement Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declaration A Japanese regulatory requirement, defined by specification JIS C 0950, mandates that manufacturers provide material declarations for certain categories of electronic products offered for sale after July 1, 2006. https://storage-asset.msi.com/html - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 10
. It is recommended that you contact the authorized dealer or service center for product service information. Acquisition of Replaceable Parts Please be noticed that the acquisition manufacturer via http:// www.msi.com/support/ for the detailed information about the acquisition of spare parts. 1-10 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 11
Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user's manual should be noted. • Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard. • Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 12
case. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service personnel: • The power cord or plug is damaged. • Liquid has penetrated into the get it work according to User's Manual. • The equipment was dropped and damaged. • The equipment has obvious signs of breakage. - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 13
Green Product Features • Reduced energy consumption during use and stand-by • Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health • Easily dismantled and recycled • Reduced use of natural resources by encouraging recycling • Extended product lifetime through easy upgrades • Reduced solid - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 14
MSI Highlights Explore more exclusive features of MSI notebooks for all series, please visit: http://www.msi.com and https://www.youtube.com/user/MSI How to use SteelSeries Engine 3 on MSI notebooks MSI collaborates with SteelSeries to develop an exclusive SteelSeries Engine 3 in gaming notebooks. - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 15
Introductions - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 16
box and packing materials in case you need to ship the unit in the future. The package should contain the following items: ▶ Notebook ▶ Quick Start Guide ▶ AC/DC adapter and AC power cord ▶ Optional carry bag 2-2 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 17
Product Overview This section provides the description of basic aspects of the notebook. It will help you to know more about the appearance of this notebook before using it. Please be aware that the figures shown here are for reference only. Top-open View 2-3 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 18
force the computer into sleep state. Press again to wake up the system from sleep state. • Long press this key and follow the on-screen instruction to turn the notebook power OFF. Power LED • LED flashes when the notebook goes to the sleep state. • LED goes off when the notebook is - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 19
Front Side View 2-5 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 20
battery fails. If the problem persists, please contact your local authorized retailer or service center. • Battery LED goes out when the battery is fully charged or when the AC/DC adapter is disconnected. 2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, supports - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 21
devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras. The slim and sleek USB Type C connector offers reversible plug orientation, and supports 5V/3A portable charging power when AC power is connected. However, the maximum portable charging power limitation may up to 5V/1.5A while battery - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 22
is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 3. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port USB 3.2 Gen 1, the SuperSpeed USB, supports high-speed data transfer for the connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras. 4. USB 2.0 Port The USB 2.0 port allows you - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 23
Rear Side View 1. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 2-9 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 24
Introductions Bottom Side View 1. Ventilator The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation. 2. Battery Reset Hole Whenever the system firmware (EC) is upgraded or the system hangs, please 1) power off the notebook; 2) remove the AC power; 3) use a - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 25
notebook is equipped with a SSD M.2 slot that only supports Intel® SSD device with PCIe interface. Do not attempt to install PCIe SSD with any other brand to this slot. Contact the authorized dealer or service center for product service information. 4. Stereo Speakers This notebook may be equipped - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 26
Introductions How to Use the Keyboard This notebook provides a full functioned keyboard. To ensure that the keyboard will be functioning properly, it is a must to install the necessary applications before using the keyboard function keys. Use the FN keys on the keyboard to activate the specific - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 27
Screen Capture Press this key to take a screen capture to the clipboard, and then be pasted into an editing program. Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys • This notebook is equipped with a set of Quick Fn Launch Keys. Each function key, located on F1 to F12, has a built-in function that is available to - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 28
Introductions MSI Center • This notebook may be pre-installing with a versatile utility, MSI Center, providing users an astonished and efficient solution in multitasking. • Press repeatedly to switch between Extreme performance/ Balanced/Silent/Super Battery/User scenarios according to your - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 29
Use this button to switch ON/ OFF of the front sight function. + Media Switch + Display Off Use this button to switch PLAY/ PAUSE of the media. Use this button to turn OFF the screen. + Use Multiple Monitors If users connect an additional monitor to the notebook, the system will automatically - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 30
Introductions Specifications The specifications listed here is reference only, and may vary and change without notice. Visit MSI official website at www.msi.com, or contact the local retailers to learn about the details of the product you purchased. Physical Characteristic Dimension 359 (W) x - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 31
Port LAN Wireless LAN Bluetooth Display LCD Type Video Graphics VRAM 1 x SATA interface for 2.5" HDD device 2 x M.2 slot, supports PCIe SSD device 1 x M.2 slot, supports PCIe SSD device 1 x USB 2.0 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C 1 x Mic-in/ Headphone-out combo 1 x HDMI 1 x RJ-45 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 32
Introductions Webcam Resolution Audio Internal Speakers Security Trusted Platform Module (optional) HD 2 x stereo speakers TPM 2.0 is a hardware-based encryption device that collaborates with software measures to form a more advanced and secure data protection. TPM functionalities can be de/ - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 33
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How to Get Started Begin to Use the Notebook For a new user of this notebook, we would like to suggest you follow the illustrations below to begin to use the notebook. 1 2 3 4 3-2 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 37
are a beginner to the notebook, please read the following instructions to assure your own safety, and make yourself comfortable during and adjust their heights according to your posture. ▶ Adjust the backrest to support your lower back comfortably when you are sitting upright. ▶ Place your feet flat - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 38
How to Get Started How to Manage Power Supply This section provides users basic safety precautions to take when using an AC/DC adapter and battery power properly. AC/DC Adapter Ensure that your notebook is connected to an AC power source via the AC adapter before turning it on for the first time. If - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 39
▶▶ Battery type • This notebook may be equipped with a high-capacity Li-ion or Li-polymer battery pack depending on the model you have. • The rechargeable battery pack is an internal power source of the notebook. ▶▶ Battery charging behavior To optimize battery life and avoid a sudden power loss, - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 40
power plan to meet your needs 8. To restore the selected power plan back to its default settings, click on [Restore plan defaults]. 9. Follow on-screen instructions to finish the configurations. 3-6 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 41
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How to Get Started Create Your Own Power Plan You are allowed to create your own Power Plan and customize it to meet personal requirements. 1. Click [Create a power plan] in Power Options. 2. Select an existing plan that meets your needs most, and give the new power plan a name. Click [Next] to - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 43
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How to Get Started How to Use the Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen. ▶ Configure the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 45
than HDDs. Do not attempt to remove or install the HDD and SSD when the notebook is powered on. Please consult an authorized retailer or service center for the replacement of the HDDs and SSDs. About M.2 SSD Slot The notebook may be equipped with M.2 SSD slots for M.2 SSD cards, which are - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 46
Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is a wireless broadband connection that allows you to connect to the Internet without using any cables. Follow the instructions as below to set up a Wireless LAN connection. 1. Open up Settings, find and click [Network & Internet]. 2. Select [Wi-Fi] within the Network - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 47
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connect to the Internet. Before setting up the connection of Dynamic IP/PPPoE or Broadband (PPPoE) or Static IP, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for assistance of setting up Internet connection. ▶ Dynamic IP/PPPoE Connection 1. Open up Settings, find and click - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 49
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▶ Broadband (PPPoE) Connection 1. Open up Settings, find and click [Network & Internet]. 2. Select [Ethernet] within the Network & Internet selection menu. 3. Select [Network and Sharing Center] to bring out Network and Sharing Center window. 4. Select [Set up a new connection or network] under [ - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 52
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4. Click [Add Bluetooth or other device] to open up Add a device window. 5. Select [Bluetooth]. 6. Choose and select a device to start pairing. 7. Give the passcode as instructed by the device waiting to be connected, and then click on [Connect] to continue and complete pairing. 3-19 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 54
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, and mini DisplayPort. Users will be able to connect diverse peripheral devices to the notebook. To connect these devices, refer to the instruction manuals of each device first, and then connect the device to the notebook. This notebook is capable to auto detect the connected devices, and - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 57
data on multiple hard disk drives or solid state drives. Contact the local dealer for further and correct information and be noted that the supported RAID functions may vary depending on the models users purchased. Watch the instruction video at: https://youtu.be/u2C35-ctFbw YouTube Youku 3-23 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 58
and enter the BIOS menu. 2. Move the cursor to [Boot] tab, and select [Boot mode select] in Boot Configuration. 3. For operating system supports UEFI-based BIOS (Windows 10), it is suggested to select [UEFI]. 4. Refer to MSI FAQ for further information about installing Windows operating system on - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 59
Video: How to Restore Windows 10 Operating System on MSI Notebooks Watch the instruction video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSrK6xAQooU, to restore the Windows 10 operating system by using [F3 Recovery] and [Windows 10 Settings] when it is needed. YouTube Youku 3-25 - MSI Crosshair 15 | User Manual - Page 60
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USER GUIDE
Gaming
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Content Creation
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Business & Productivity