Huawei MateBook D 15 User manual

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User Guide

Contents
About this user guide
New devices
Step 1: Connecting to a network 2
Step 2: Activating Windows 2
Step 3: Enrolling a ngerprint 3
Step 4: Updating the drivers 3
Highlighted features
Huawei Share OneHop 5
Eye Comfort mode 5
F10 system reset/factory reset 6
Getting to know your computer
Powering your computer on/o 7
Appearance 7
Keyboard 10
Touchpad 11
Charging your computer 14
Learn about Windows 10
Using the Start menu 16
Action center 16
Placing shortcuts onto your desktop 17
Bluetooth mouse
Getting to know the Bluetooth mouse 19
Install the battery 19
Pairing the Bluetooth mouse with your computer 19
Appendix
Safety information 21
Personal Information and Data Security 27
Legal Notice 28
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About this user guide
This guide is intended for computers running on Windows 10 systems. This guide describes
the basic features of your computer. For more information about Windows 10 features,
please visit https://www.microsoft.com or click > on your desktop.
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Tips
The optional accessories and software described in this guide may not be available or up-to-
date; the system environment described in this guide may vary from your actual system
environment; the pictures in this manual may dier from the actual product. All illustrations
are for reference only. Please refer to the actual product.
Indicators
Description Highlights important information and tips and provides additional
information.
Note Indicates potential issues that may lead to damage, data loss, etc., if
left unattended.
Warning Warns you of potential hazards that could result in serious personal
injury if not avoided.
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New devices
Step 1: Connecting to a network
1Click in the lower right corner of your desktop to open the Wi-Fi network connection
screen.
2Select the name of the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to and follow the onscreen
instructions to establish a connection. Some Wi-Fi networks may require a network
security key or password to establish a connection.
If the computer is connected to network for the rst time, a dialog box will be displayed.
Click OK and congure the settings as required.
Step 2: Activating Windows
Windows automatically activates upon the initial network connection. You can also check
whether Windows is activated from the Control Panel.
If Windows activation fails, restart your computer and reconnect to the network; if the issue
persists, connect to a dierent network or wait a moment and try again.
•If Windows is not activated, some features on your computer may be restricted.
•Activating Windows may aect the return of the product. For more information, please
refer to the product's warranty policy.
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Step 3: Enrolling a ngerprint
Your computer utilizes a ngerprint-sensing power button. After enrolling a ngerprint, you
can press the Power button to quickly and securely power on and unlock your computer,
without the need to enter a password.
If you have skipped the ngerprint enrollment process during the initial setup phase, go to
> > > . In Windows Hello, set your login password and PIN code, and then
follow the onscreen instructions to enroll your ngerprints.
•Ensure that your ngers are clean and free of substances. Otherwise, it will aect the
quality of the ngerprint enrollment.
•Each user can enroll up to 10 ngerprints per account.
Step 4: Updating the drivers
Driver updates can improve the stability and performance of your computer software and
hardware.
New devices
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Open PC Manager and click Manager drivers. If a new driver update is available, follow the
onscreen instructions to complete the update.
For a better user experience, it is recommended that you check and update your drivers
regularly to improve the stability and performance of your computer.
New devices
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Highlighted features
Huawei Share OneHop
With Huawei Share OneHop, you can quickly transfer images, videos, and documents, as well
as share clipboards and documents between your computer and phone, all without the need
of a data cable.
•Multi-Screen Collaboration: Once your phone is connected to the laptop, the phone
screen will automatically pop up on the laptop. Easily maneuver around your phone with a
larger screen!
•OneHop File Sharing: Transfers images, videos, and documents between your phone and
computer at high speeds.
•OneHop Screen Recording: Shake your phone and tap to record your PC screen
automatically for 60s. The recording will be saved to your phone for quick sharing.
Currently, OneHop Screen Recording feature is only available on computers with the
Intel chip.
•OneHop Clipboard Sharing: Allows you to copy content from your phone and paste it on
your computer, and vice versa.
For more details, please visit the ocial Huawei Share OneHop website:
https://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/huaweishare/
EMUI Desktop
Eye Comfort mode
When reading for prolonged periods, enable Eye Comfort mode on your computer to reduce
blue light output and prevent eye strain and fatigue.
Right-click any blank area on the desktop and select Display Manager. Enable Eye Comfort.
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Eye Comfort mode reduces the amount of blue light emitted from the screen, which may
give the screen a slightly yellow hue.
F10 system reset/factory reset
If your computer system encounters a serious problem as a result of a virus, malware, etc.,
the built-in F10 system reset/factory reset feature can quickly restore your computer to its
initial or factory state.
Before restoring the factory settings, back up all les on the drive C.
1Connect your computer to the charger. Press and hold F10 when powering on your
computer to access the restore screen.
2Follow the onscreen instructions to restore your computer to the factory settings.
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Getting to know your computer
Powering your computer on/o
When powering on your computer for the rst time, connect the power adapter and your
computer will power on automatically. Moments after the screen lights up, your computer
will enter the startup screen.
If the computer is powered o or asleep, press the Power button until the keyboard lights up
to power on or wake up your computer.
If the computer is in normal use, click > to sleep, shut down, or restart your
computer.
Forceful shutdown: Press and hold the Power button for approximately 10 seconds.
Forceful shutdowns may cause unsaved data to be lost. Please exercise caution.
Appearance
Front side
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1 Display Image display.
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2Fingerprint-sensing
power button
After enrolling a ngerprint, you can press the Power
button to quickly and securely power on and unlock your
computer, without the need to enter a password.
•When your computer is powered o, asleep, or its
screen is on but locked, simply press the Power button
to power on or wake up your computer, or unlock the
computer screen.
•When your computer is locked with its screen on, touch
the Power button to unlock the computer.
3 Hidden camera
Press the button to open the camera lens and take photos
or videos with the Camera app. Press the button again to
hide the camera lens.
4 Camera indicator Indicates the camera status. The indicator stays steady
white when the camera is on.
5 Huawei Share icon
By utilizing the NFC function on the back of HUAWEI and
HONOR smartphones, you can instantly transfer pictures,
videos, and documents between your computer and
phone without the need of a data cable.
•Do not tear or damage the Huawei Share icon on
the computer, otherwise Huawei Share OneHop
will not work properly.
•The icon position shown in the gure is for
reference only.
6 Right button Equivalent to the right-click of a mouse.
7 Microphone Use the microphone to make video or voice calls, and to
record sound.
8 Left button Equivalent to the left-click of a mouse.
9 Touchpad The touchpad on your keyboard utilizes mouse-like
features to make it easier for you to use your computer.
10 Keyboard Enter letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and more.
Left side
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11 HDMI port An HD multimedia port used to connect display devices.
12 USB 3.0 port Connect external devices such as mobile phones or USB
ash drives to transfer les.
13 Charging indicator
Battery charging statuses:
•While charging, the indicator ashes white.
•When fully charged, the indicator turns steady white.
14 USB-C port
•Connect the power adapter to charge your computer.
•Connect external devices such as mobile phones or USB
ash drives to transfer les.
Right side
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15 USB 2.0 port
Connect external devices such as mobile phones or USB
ash drives to transfer les.
This port is congured only in the MateBook D 15.
16 USB 2.0 port Connect external devices such as mobile phones or USB
ash drives to transfer les.
17 Headset jack Connect to a headset.
Bottom side
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18 Camera drainage hole
The camera button is connected to the water drainage
hole on the back of your computer. If you accidentally
spill a small amount of water on the camera, it will drain
out from the drainage hole. Please note that spilling
water on the keyboard can cause damage to your
computer.
19 Speaker The sound is emitted from the speaker.
Keyboard
Shortcut keys
The F keys, such as F1 and F2, are used as shortcut keys (hotkeys) by default to perform
multiple functions.
Default features in Hotkey mode:
F1
Decrease the screen brightness.
F2
Increase the screen brightness.
F3
On the MateBook D 14, this key can adjust and turn on/o the keypad
backlight.
On the MateBook D 15, this key does not have special functions.
F4
Mute or unmute.
F5
Decrease the volume.
F6
Increase the volume.
F7
Enable or disable the microphone.
F8
Switch projection modes.
F9
Enable or disable Wi-Fi.
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F10
Open PC Manager.
Switching between shortcut key mode and function key mode
The F keys have dierent functions depending on the software that is running.
You can use the F keys as function keys in two ways:
•Press the Fn key until the Fn key indicator turns on. The F keys will then work as function
keys. Press the Fn key again until the Fn key indicator turns o. The F keys will then switch
to shortcut key (hotkey) mode.
•To make the F keys work as function keys by default, open PC Manager and go to Settings
> System settings to enable Function key priority. To switch to hotkey mode, enable
Hotkey priority.
The keyboard layout may vary depending on your country or region.
You can press Fn and arrow keys to implement functions for Home, PgUp,
PgDn, and End keys.
Combination mode Function keys
Fn key + left arrow key Home key
Fn key + up arrow key PgUp key
Fn key + down arrow key PgDn key
Fn key + right arrow key End key
Touchpad
The touchpad on your keyboard utilizes mouse-like features to make it easier for you to
operate your computer.
Common nger gestures
Tap with one nger: Click the left mouse button.
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Double-touch with one nger: Double-click the left mouse button.
Tap and drag with one nger: Move the mouse cursor.
Press the left touchpad button: Click the left mouse button.
Press the right touchpad button: Click the right mouse button.
Tap with two ngers: Click the right mouse button.
Swipe up or down with two ngers: Scroll up or down on a web
page or le.
Pinch in or stretch out with two ngers: Zoom in or out on the
screen.
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Tap with three ngers: Search les.
Swipe up with three ngers: Multi-tasking view.
Swipe down with three ngers: Display your home screen.
Swipe right with three ngers: Switch between apps.
Tap with four ngers: Open Action Center.
Modify the touchpad settings.
You can also modify your touchpad settings to better suit your personal preferences.
1Click > to open the Settings screen.
2By going to in the Settings screen and clicking Touchpad, you can:
•Enable or disable the touchpad.
•Automatically enable or disable the touchpad when a mouse is connected.
•Change the touchpad scroll direction.
•Congure touchpad gestures.
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Charging your computer
Your computer will display an insucient battery prompt when the battery is running low. In
this case, please charge your computer in a timely manner to preventing your computer from
entering Hibernate mode.
Charging your computer using the power adapter
Your computer features a built-in rechargeable battery. Connect the standard power adapter
and USB-C charging cable to charge your computer, during which the charging indicator
should ash white to indicate that the battery is charging. The battery charges faster when
your computer is powered o or in Sleep mode.
Third-party accessories may present a potential safety hazard and impair performance.
Safety information
Charge your computer at room temperature in a well-ventilated area.
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•Exposing your computer to high ambient temperatures during charging may damage
the internal components.
•Charging duration may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the battery
usage.
•Your computer may become warm after prolonged use or charging. If it becomes hot
to the touch, disable non-essential features and disconnect the charger.
Battery status information
The battery status is indicated by the battery icon in the status bar.
•When your computer is charging, the icon will indicate that a charger is connected.
•When using your computer, you can view the remaining battery percentage and battery
time by moving the cursor over the battery icon.
The remaining battery life displayed is a system estimation. The actual time may vary.
The battery is subject to wear. If the standby time of your computer appears to have
reduced, do not attempt to replace the battery yourself. Instead, take your computer and
proof of purchase to an authorized Huawei Customer Service Center for assistance.
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Learn about Windows 10
Using the Start menu
Use the Start menu to access apps, settings, and les on your computer.
Click in the lower left corner of your desktop to open the Start menu.
•Click to change, lock, or log out of the current user account.
•Click to access the Document folder.
•Click to access the Picture folder.
•Click to display the system settings screen.
•Click to sleep, shut down, or restart your computer.
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indicates the app display area, where you can swipe up or down on your screen to view
all apps and programs.
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indicates the search area, where you can enter the content you want to search for.
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indicates the pinned tiles section, where you can pin your favorite apps or websites to
the Start menu and organize them into groups.
Action center
Action center displays notications such as system updates, as well as push notications such
as emails, and quick-access options that allow you to quickly enable or enable features or
congure relevant settings.
By clicking in the lower right corner of your desktop, you can:
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•Quickly open Settings, VPN, and other screens.
•Quickly access frequently-used settings (such as the Power saving mode, Airplane mode,
screen brightness, etc.).
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indicates the notication display area.
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indicates the Quick access display area.
Placing shortcuts onto your desktop
The Windows 10 system only displays a few common shortcuts on the desktop by default. If
you want to place additional shortcuts onto your desktop, please refer to the following steps:
Takes the This PC icon as an example:
1Right-click in a blank area on your desktop and select Personalize.
2Click and select Desktop icon settings.
3Select Computer and click OK.
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Learn about Windows 10
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