Gigabyte AORUS 17 BSF User manual

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1-1. Using AORUS Notebook for the First Time
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1Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2Connect the AC adapter to the DC-in jack of the notebook.
3Connect the power cord to the power outlet.
1-2. Switching on the Power
After you turn on the notebook for the
very rst time, do not turn it off until the
operating system has been congured.
Please note that the volume for the
audio will not function until Windows®
Setup has completed.
IMPORTANT:
● Ensure that your Notebook PC is connected to a grounded power adapter before turning it on for the first time.
● When using your Notebook PC on power adapter mode, the socket outlet must be near to the unit and easily
accessible.
● Locate the input/output mark on your Notebook PC and ensure that it matches the input/output rating informa-
tion on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating output currents based on the
available SKU.
● Power adapter information:
- Input voltage: 100-240Vac
- Input frequency: 50-60Hz
- Rating output voltage 20V, 12A
* Product specications and product appearance may differ from country to country.
We recommend that you check with your local dealers for the specications and appearance of the products available in your country.
* Although we endeavor to present the most accurate and comprehensive information at the time of publication,
we reserve the right to make changes without prior notice.

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2. AORUS Notebook Tour
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1Microphone 10 USB 3.2 Port (USB type C)
2Webcam 11 SD Card Reader
3Display Panel 12 USB 3.2 Port (USB type-A)
4Light Sensor Area* 13 Ethernet Port (LAN)
5Power Button 14 Thunderbolt 4 Port (PD in 100W)
6Keyboard 15 HDMI 2.1 Port
7Touchpad 16 Mini DisplayPort 1.4
8USB 3.2 Port (USB type-A) 17 Power Input Port (DC)
9Audio Combo Jack 18 Speaker
* The system will adjust the brightness of the screen automatically according to the ambient light, beware not
to cover this area.
The Adopted Trademarks HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI trade dress
and the HDMI Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator,
Inc. in the United States and other countries.
IMPORTANT:
● Do not remove the built-in lithium battery.
For any service needs, please contact your local GIGABYTE Authorized Service Center.
● Do not install the Notebook PC on a slant or a place prone to vibrations, or avoid using the Notebook PC in
that location for a long time.This increases the risk that a malfunction or damage to the product will occur.
● Do not store Notebook PC in direct sunlight or the location where temperatures exceed 112°F (45°C) such as
inside a vehicle.There is a danger of Lithium-ion battery expansion and aging.
● Do not use the Notebook PC in a badly ventilated location such as on bedding, on a pillow or cushion, etc,
and do not use it in a location such as room with floor heating as it may cause the computer to overheat.
Take care that the Notebook PC vents (on the side or the bottom) are not blocked especially in these environ-
ments. If the vents are blocked, it may be dangerous and cause the Notebook PC to overheat.

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Hotkeys
The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s
controls like screen brightness and volume output. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the
<Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Hotkey Function Description
Fn+ESC Maximize Fan Speed To increase the fan speed to 100%.
Fn+F1 Sleep Put the computer in Sleep mode.
Fn+F2 Wireless LAN Enables / disable the Wireless LAN
function.
Fn+F3 Brightness Down Decrease the screen brightness.
Fn+F4 Brightness Up Increase the screen brightness.
Fn+F5 Display Toggle
Switche display output between the
display screen, external monitor
(if connected) and both.
Fn+F6 Screen Display Lock Lock your PC or switch accounts.
Fn+F7 Speaker Toggle Turn the speaker on and off.
Fn+F8 Volume Down Decrease the sound volume.
Fn+F9 Volume Up Increase the sound volume.
Fn+F10 Touchpad Toggle Turn the internal touchpad on and off.
Fn+F11 Airplane Mode Enable/disable the Airplane Mode
function.
Fn+F12 AI Mode AI Mode Switch.
Fn+Space Keyboard Backlight
Toggle Turn the keyboard backlight on and off.

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Recovery Guide
System recovery ( Restore your laptop operating system )
When something is going wrong with the laptop operating system, the storage of the laptop
has a hidden partition containing a full back up image of the operating system that can be
used to restore the system to factory default settings.
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yIf the storage has been switched or the partition deleted, the recovery option will no
longer be available and a recovery service will be needed.
yThe recovery function is only available on devices with O/S preinstalled. Devices with
EFI SHELL do not have the recovery function.
Launch system recovery
The system recovery feature is preinstalled before the laptop is shipped from the factory.
The option menu allows you to launch the Windows recovery tool to reinstall the operating
system to factory default.
The brief introduction below will show you how to start the recovery tool and restore your system.
All ready to go
Make sure your PC is plugged in. This will take a few minutes.

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Recovery Guide
1Turn off and restart the laptop.
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During the laptop turn on process,
press and hold F9 key to launch the tool.
3Choose "Troubleshoot" to enter the recovery settings.
( Also you can choose "Continue" to exit recovery system and continue to System for files or
data backup. )
There are two options for system recovery
yReset this PC -
You can choose to keep or remove your files and then reinstalls Windows without losing
your files.
y Smart Recovery -
Your PC settings will be restored to factory default settings.
Caution: All personal data and files will be lost.
4Smart Recovery
The recovery will be activated and you will see the option buttons on the window.
Click on "Yes" to start it.
Caution
yOnce the "Recovery" is selected, your personal data and files will be deleted after the
laptop starts restoring, and the operating system will be reset to factory default settings
yA progress indicator bar will show on the window when the recovery process is running.
Please make sure the AC-adapter is plugged in and do not turn off the laptop.
After the system recovery is completed, you will see the option button on the
window, please click on "Shutdown".

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5Advanced options
System Restore
Use a restore point recorded on your PC to restore Windows.
System Image Recovery
Recover Windows using a specific system image file.
Startup Repair
Fix problems that keep Windows from loading.
Command Prompt
Use the Command Prompt for advanced trobleshooting.
UEFI Firmware Settings
Change settings in your PC’s UEFI firmware.
Startup Settings
Change Windows Startup behavior.
Appendix
■ Warranty & Service:
Warranty and service and related information please refer to the warranty card or
GIGABYTE service website as the below link:
https://www.gigabyte.com/Support/Laptop
■ FAQ:
FAQ (Frequent Asked Questions) please refer to the below link:
https://www.gigabyte.com/Support/Faq