Asus UX490UA Users Manual

Asus UX490UA Manual

Asus UX490UA manual content summary:

  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 1
    E16391 Revised Edition V3 / February 2020 E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 2
    INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS), EVEN IF ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support/ 2 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 3
    Table of Contents About this manual...7 Conventions used in this manual 8 Icons...8 Typography...8 Safety precautions...9 Using your Notebook PC 9 Caring for your Notebook PC 10 Proper disposal up your Fingerprint account 36 Using the keyboard...37 Function keys...37 Notebook PC E-Manual 3
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 4
    56 Putting your Notebook PC to sleep 57 Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) The Power-On Self-Test (POST 60 Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot 60 BIOS...60 Accessing BIOS...61 Recovering your system 62 Performing a recovery option 63 4 Notebook PC
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 5
    ) Exposure Information 84 Informations concernant l'exposition aux fréquences radio (RF 84 UL Safety Notices...85 Power Safety Requirement 86 TV Notices...86 Notebook PC E-Manual 5
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 6
    90 Vietnam RoHS...91 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services 91 Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America 91 batteries 93 Avis concernant les batteries remplaçables 93 Regional notice for Singapore 93 Coating Notice...93 Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity 94 6 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 7
    About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Notebook PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: with your Notebook PC. Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 7
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 8
    To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task a menu or an item that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual. 8 Notebook PC
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 9
    Your Notebook PC can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. Do not leave your Notebook PC on your lap or near any part of Contact your airline provider to learn about related in-flight services that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using your Notebook PC
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 10
    Caring for your Notebook PC Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Notebook PC. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a Notebook PC to dusty environments. Do not use your Notebook PC near gas leaks. 10 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 11
    reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Do not throw the
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 12
    12 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 13
    Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Notebook PC E-Manual 13
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 14
    Getting to know your Notebook PC Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The Notebook view may also vary in appearance depending on the Notebook PC model. 14 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 15
    for better voice recognition and audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use. Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos : When enabled, the Airplane mode disables all wireless connectivity. Notebook PC E-Manual 15
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 16
    an intuitive user experience. It also simulates the functions of a regular mouse. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the touchpad section in this manual. 16 Notebook PC
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 17
    biometric authentication for logging on to your Notebook PC's system. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Setting up your Fingerprint account section in this manual. Notebook PC E-Manual 17
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 18
    battery pack cannot be disassembled. • Purchase components from authorized retailers to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Consult an ASUS service center or authorized retailers for product service or assistance on proper disassembly or assembly of the product. 18 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 19
    occur. Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from your Notebook PC. Audio features are software-controlled. Notebook PC E-Manual 19
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 20
    Right View Status indicators The status indicators help identify the current hardware status of your Notebook PC. Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery's charge status. Refer to the following table for details: 20 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 21
    , charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 10%. The Notebook PC is running on battery mode and the battery power is between : Transfer rate of this port may vary per model. Notebook PC E-Manual 21
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 22
    Intel® Thunderbolt™ technology. Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. NOTE: • The Thunderbolt 3 port provides Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Notebook PC. 22 Notebook PC
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 23
    provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. NOTE: Transfer rate of this port may vary per model. Notebook PC E-Manual 23
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 24
    24 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 25
    Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC Notebook PC E-Manual 25
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 26
    power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. Charge the Notebook PC for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your • Rating output current: 3.25A (65W) • Rating output voltage: 20V 26 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 27
    personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • Do not dispose of in fire. • Never attempt to short-circuit your Notebook PC's battery. • Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the battery (for non-removable battery only). • Discontinue usage if leakage is
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 28
    Lift to open the display panel Press the power button 28 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 29
    Using the touchpad Moving the pointer You can tap anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally Notebook PC E-Manual 29
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 30
    One-finger gestures Tap/Double-tap • Tap an app to select it. • Double-tap an app to launch it. Drag and drop Double-tap an item, then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the item to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad. 30 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 31
    the right mouse button on the touchpad. Two-finger gestures Tap Tap two fingers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function. Notebook PC E-Manual 31
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 32
    Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or Slide two fingers to scroll left or down. right. Zoom out Zoom in Bring together your two fingers on Spread apart your two fingers on the touchpad. the touchpad. 32 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 33
    Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the left button. Using your other finger, slide on the touchpad to drag the item, lift your finger off the button to drop the item. Three-finger gestures Tap Tap three fingers on the touchpad to invoke Cortana. Notebook PC E-Manual 33
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 34
    Swipe left/Swipe right If you opened multiple apps, swipe three fingers left or right to switch between these apps. Swipe up Swipe down Swipe up to see an overview of all Swipe down to show the desktop. the apps currently opened. 34 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 35
    Four-finger gestures Tap Tap four fingers on the touchpad to invoke Action Center. Customizing your touchpad 1. Launch All settings from the Action Center. 2. Select Devices, then select Mouse & touchpad. 3. Adjust the settings to your preference. Notebook PC E-Manual 35
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 36
    can enroll in Windows Hello. 4. Click/Tap Get started in the prompt screen and enter your PIN for verification. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your Fingerprint account. NOTE: Press and lift the same Fingerprint account. 7. When finished, click/tap Close. 36 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 37
    Turns the display panel on or off Toggles the display mode NOTE: Ensure that the second display is connected to your Notebook PC. Notebook PC E-Manual 37
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 38
    Enables or disables the touchpad Turns the speaker on or off Turns the speaker volume down Turns the speaker volume up Toggles between insert mode and overtype mode Displays the drop-down menu Launches the ASUS Touchpad Handwriting* * On selected models 38 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 39
    Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 10 Notebook PC E-Manual 39
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 40
    for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring your Windows® 10 operating screen appears. 2. From the setup screen, pick your region and a language to use on your Notebook PC. 3. Carefully read the License Terms. Select I accept. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 41
    settings. Change account settings, lock, or sign out from your account Launch an app from the Start screen Launch Taskview Launch an app from the taskbar Launch Search Launch the Start menu Launch All apps Shut off from Windows or switch to a different user account Notebook PC E-Manual 41
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 42
    at the bottom of the left pane to display a full list of programs and folders on your Notebook PC in alphabetical order. 42 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 43
    Windows® apps These are apps pinned on the right pane of the Start menu and displayed in tiled-format for easy access. NOTE: Some Windows® apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. Notebook PC E-Manual 43
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 44
    using the following steps: Moving apps Position your mouse pointer over the app, then drag and drop the app to a new location. 44 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 45
    click Unpin from Start. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the app. Press or (on selected models), then select Unpin from Start. Notebook PC E-Manual 45
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 46
    , press or (on selected models) on the app that you want to add to the Start menu, then select Pin to Start. 46 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 47
    Task view Quickly switch between opened apps and programs using the task view feature, you can also use task view to switch between desktops. Launching task view Position your mouse pointer over the taskbar and click it. icon on the Press on your keyboard. Notebook PC E-Manual 47
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 48
    Snap feature The Snap feature displays apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. Snap hotspots You can drag and drop apps to these hotspots to snap them into place. 48 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 49
    Using Snap 1. 2. 3. Launch the app you wish to snap. Drag the title bar of your app and drop the app to the edge of the screen to snap. Launch another app and repeat the above steps to snap another app. 1. Launch the app you wish to snap. 2. Press and hold the
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 50
    the bottom. Launching Action Center Position your mouse pointer over the taskbar and click it. icon on the Press on your keyboard. 50 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 51
    and navigate Windows® 10. Launches Start menu Launches Action Center Launches the desktop Launches the File Explorer Launches Settings Launches Connect panel Activates the Lock screen Minimizes all currently active windows Notebook PC E-Manual 51
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 52
    Launches Search Launches Project panel Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the context menu of the Start button Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen 52 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 53
    connections. 4. Select Connect to start the network connection. NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to activate the Wi-Fi connection. Notebook PC E-Manual 53
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 54
    with the device. NOTE: For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in the passcode of your Notebook PC. 54 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 55
    PC safely while in-flight. NOTE: Contact your airline provider to learn about related in-flight services that can be used and restrictions that must be followed when using your Notebook PC in-flight from the taskbar. 2. Select the icon to disable Airplane mode. Press . Notebook PC E-Manual 55
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 56
    PC by doing either of the following procedures: • Launch the Start menu, then select > Shut down to do a normal shutdown. • From the log-in screen, select > Shut down. • Press to launch Shut down Windows. Select Shut down from the drop-down list then select OK. • If your Notebook PC is
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 57
    put your Notebook PC to Sleep mode: • Launch the Start menu, then select > Sleep to put your Notebook PC to sleep. • From the log-in screen, select > Sleep. Press to launch Shut down Windows. Select Sleep from the drop-down list then select OK. NOTE: You can also put your Notebook
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 58
    58 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 59
    Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST) Notebook PC E-Manual 59
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 60
    a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or updates. WARNING! Using inappropriate BIOS settings may result to system instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 60 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 61
    PC then press during POST. • Launch the Start menu, and choose Settings > Update & security > Recovery, then select Restart now under Advanced startup. When you enter the Advanced startup screen, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. Notebook PC E-Manual 61
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 62
    apps. • Remove everything - This option resets your Notebook PC to its factory settings. You must backup your data before doing this option. 62 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 63
    USB drive, network connection or Windows recovery DVD to startup your Notebook PC. - Using Troubleshoot to enable any of these advanced recovery options: System Restore, System Image Recovery, Startup your Notebook PC. 1. Launch Settings and select Update and security. Notebook PC E-Manual 63
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 64
    2. Under the Update and security option, select Recovery then select the recovery option you would like to perform. 64 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 65
    Tips and FAQs Notebook PC E-Manual 65
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 66
    Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to (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 E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 67
    incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. 2. My display panel has an uneven color 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 PC E-Manual 67
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 68
    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 power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 68 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 69
    the key or (on selected models) on your Notebook PC to turn off this feature and use the said keys for inputting letters. Notebook PC E-Manual 69
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 70
    four (4) seconds. Check if the power adapter and battery pack are inserted correctly then turn on your Notebook PC. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 2. What should I do when my screen displays this message: "Remove disks or other media. Press
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 71
    Notebook PC then restart your system. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. 5. Why can't my Notebook PC battery power. Connect the power adapter to your Notebook PC and connect to a power outlet then press the power button. Notebook PC E-Manual 71
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 72
    72 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 73
    Appendices Notebook PC E-Manual 73
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 74
    which is not covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user. 74 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 75
    (Except US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, South America Region 5 CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea Region 6 China Notebook PC E-Manual 75
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 76
    different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. 76 Notebook PC
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 77
    public switched telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded. Notebook PC E-Manual 77
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 78
    No No Not Applicable No No Still Pending No No No Yes No Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable No No No 78 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 79
    without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21.html. 1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 80
    radiate 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 , National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) 80 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 81
    contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. RF Exposure Information (SAR) This device meets the EUT transmitting at the specified power level in different channels. Notebook PC E-Manual 81
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 82
    directly contacted to the body while transmitting at the highest certified output power level in all frequency bands of the mobile device. 82 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 83
    érieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux. CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Notebook PC E-Manual 83
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 84
    et 5650-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient créer des interférences et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL. 84 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 85
    batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • DO NOT use power adapters or batteries
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 86
    Shield of a Coaxial Cable - installation should include bonding the screen of the coaxial cable to the earth at the building entrance only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Prevention of Hearing Loss To prevent possible hearing
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 87
    Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 88
    CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French 88 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 89
    German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish Notebook PC E-Manual 89
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 90
    JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations Information on Japan RoHS (JIS-C-0950) chemical disclosures is available on http://csr.asus.com/english/article.aspx?id=19. India RoHS This product complies with the "India E-Waste (Management exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule. 90 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 91
    ://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in ASUS provides product information on the CSR website. Further information could be found at https://csr.asus.com/english/article.aspx?id=1555. Notebook PC E-Manual
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 92
    through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with . NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating systems ASUS EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) registered products is available at https://csr.asus
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 93
    Notices for removable batteries • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • The battery and its component must be recycled or disposed of properly. Avis concernant les batteries remplaçables • La batterie de l'appareil peut présenter un risque d'incendie ou de brûlure si
  • Asus UX490UA | Users Manual - Page 94
    relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350 MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in NO PL PT RO SI SK TR FI SE CH UK HR 94 Notebook PC E-Manual
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
  • 13
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • 17
  • 18
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • 23
  • 24
  • 25
  • 26
  • 27
  • 28
  • 29
  • 30
  • 31
  • 32
  • 33
  • 34
  • 35
  • 36
  • 37
  • 38
  • 39
  • 40
  • 41
  • 42
  • 43
  • 44
  • 45
  • 46
  • 47
  • 48
  • 49
  • 50
  • 51
  • 52
  • 53
  • 54
  • 55
  • 56
  • 57
  • 58
  • 59
  • 60
  • 61
  • 62
  • 63
  • 64
  • 65
  • 66
  • 67
  • 68
  • 69
  • 70
  • 71
  • 72
  • 73
  • 74
  • 75
  • 76
  • 77
  • 78
  • 79
  • 80
  • 81
  • 82
  • 83
  • 84
  • 85
  • 86
  • 87
  • 88
  • 89
  • 90
  • 91
  • 92
  • 93
  • 94

E16391
Revised Edition V3 / February 2020
E-Manual