MSI Raider GE78HX 13VI-242NL User manual

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USER GUIDE
NOTEBOOK

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Content
Copyright and Trademarks Notice................................................................................1-5
Revision History ...........................................................................................................1-5
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........................................................1-6
FCC Conditions ............................................................................................................1-6
CE Conformity ..............................................................................................................1-7
Battery Regulations ......................................................................................................1-7
WEEE Statement .........................................................................................................1-8
Chemical Substances Information................................................................................1-8
Safety Instructions........................................................................................................1-9
Introductions................................................................................2-1
Unpacking ....................................................................................................................2-2
Product Overview .........................................................................................................2-3
Top-open View ........................................................................................................2-3
Front Side View.......................................................................................................2-6
Right Side View.......................................................................................................2-7
Left Side View .........................................................................................................2-8
Rear Side View......................................................................................................2-10
Bottom Side View..................................................................................................2-11
How to Use the Keyboard .........................................................................................2-12
Windows Key.........................................................................................................2-12
Enable Quick Fn Launch Keys..............................................................................2-13
Use Quick Fn Launch Keys...................................................................................2-13
Screen Capture .....................................................................................................2-14
Snip and Sketch ....................................................................................................2-14
Functions of Fn Combination keys........................................................................2-14
Use Multiple Monitors............................................................................................2-15
Application: True Color (optional)..........................................................................2-16
Specifications .............................................................................................................2-17

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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 OS ..............................................................3-6
Choose or Customize a Power Plan .......................................................................3-6
Create Your Own Power Plan .................................................................................3-9
How to Set Up Windows Hello (optional) ...................................................................3-10
Create an Account's Password .............................................................................3-10
Setting up Windows Hello PIN ..............................................................................3-12
Setting up Windows Hello Face ............................................................................3-14
How to Use the Touchpad .........................................................................................3-16
About HDD and SSD..................................................................................................3-17
About M.2 SSD Slot ...................................................................................................3-17
How to Connect the Internet in Windows OS .............................................................3-18
Wireless LAN.........................................................................................................3-18
Wired LAN.............................................................................................................3-20
How to Set Up Bluetooth Connection in Windows OS ...............................................3-25
Activating Bluetooth Connection ...........................................................................3-25
How to Connect External Devices..............................................................................3-28
How to Use USB Power Share Function (optional)....................................................3-29
Video: How to Use F3 Recovery on MSI notebook preloaded system (optional).......3-30
Video: How to Use MSI One Touch Install ................................................................3-31

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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
expressed or implied. MSI reserves the right to make changes to this document without
prior notice.
The terms HDMITM, HDMITM High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMITM Trade dress
and the HDMITM Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMITM Licensing
Administrator, Inc.
Revision History
▶ Version: 1.1
▶ Date: 06, 2023

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FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential 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. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
▶ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
▶ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
▶ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
NOTE
▶ The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
▶ Shield interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply
with the emission limits.
FCC Conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
▶ This device may not cause harmful interference.
▶ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

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CE Conformity
This device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements
and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive.
Battery Regulations
European Union: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should
not be disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the
public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in compliance
with the local regulations.
廢電池請回收
BSMI: For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be
collected separately for recycling or special disposal.
California, USA: The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires
special handling when recycled or disposed of in California.
For further information please visit: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate/
Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery
Danger of 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.

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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 covered electronic equipment will be
obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life.
Chemical Substances Information
In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation
(Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides
the information of chemical substances in products at:
https://csr.msi.com/global/index

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Safety Instructions
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 or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.
Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding
environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of
flammable liquid or gas.
• A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in
an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
• Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at
all times.
• Disconnect power from the notebook by unplugging the power cord
from the AC outlet.
• If a power cord with 3-prong plug came with the package, always
plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) AC outlet. Do not
remove the grounding pin of the power cord, since it is an important
safety feature.
• Always use the AC/DC adapter and power cord approved by MSI,
or a compatible one purchased from MSI.
• Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it.
Do not place anything on top of the power cord.
• Always place the notebook on a stable, flat, hard surface before
setting it up.
• Do not lay the notebook on an unstable surface while using it ,
such as your lap, bed, pillow , or sofa, etc...
• Do not cover the ventilators of the notebook to prevent the
notebook from overheating.

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WARNING: Do not ingest battery. If the coin / button cell battery is
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children.
Keep the notebook away from humidity and high temperature.
Always keep the strong magnetic or electrical objects away from the
notebook.
• Do not leave the notebook in an unconditioned environment with
a storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) or below 0ºC (32ºF),
which may damage the notebook.
• This notebook should be operated under maximum ambient
temperature of 35ºC (95ºF).
• Never pour liquid into the opening that could damage the
equipment or cause an electrical shock.
• Never use any chemical substance to wipe the surface of this
equipment, such as keyboard, touchpad, and notebook 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 equipment.
• The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
• The equipment has not worked well or you can not get it work
according to User’s Manual.
• The equipment was dropped and damaged.
• The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.

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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 waste production through take-back policy
Environmental Policy
• The product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts
and recycling and should not be thrown away at its end of life.
• Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for
recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products.
• Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further
recycling information.
• Users may also reach us at [email protected] for information
regarding proper disposal, take-back, recycling, and disassembly
of MSI products.

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Introductions

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Introductions
Congratulations on becoming the owner of this notebook, the finely designed notebook.
You will have a delightful and professional experience in using this exquisite notebook.
We are proud to tell users that this notebook is thoroughly tested and certified by our
reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer satisfaction.
Unpacking
First, unpack the shipping carton and check all items carefully. If any item contained is
damaged or missing, please contact your local dealer immediately. Also, keep the 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
▶ PD adapter with USB-C connector and AC power cord
▶ Optional carry bag

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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

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Introductions
1. Power Key/ Power LED/ GPU Mode LED/ Battery Reset
Power Key
• Press this key to turn the notebook power ON.
• While the notebook is turned on, press this key to 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/ GPU Mode LED
• Glowing white when the notebook power is turned on and in
integrated GPU mode.
• Glowing amber when it is in optionally supported discrete
GPU mode.
• LED goes off when the notebook goes to the sleep state.
• LED goes off when the notebook is turned off.
Battery Reset
Whenever the system firmware (EC) is upgraded or the system
hangs, please 1) remove the AC power; 2) long press this key
for 20 secs and then the LED goes to blink, and after 5 more
secs the LED would go off; 3) connect the AC power; 4) power
on the notebook.
2. Stereo Speakers
This notebook may be equipped with built-in stereo speakers which deliver the high
quality sound, and supports the HD audio technology.
3. Touchpad
This is the pointing device of the notebook.
4. Keyboard
The built-in keyboard provides all the functions of a notebook keyboard. Refer to How
to Use the Keyboard for details.

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5. Status LED
Caps Lock
Glows when the Caps Lock function is activated.
6. Webcam/ Webcam LED/ Internal Microphone
• This built-in webcam can be used for picture taking, video recording or
conferencing, and so on.
• The built-in webcam may be optionally equipped with IR Camera module, which
supports infrared facial recognition function.
• Webcam LED indicator, next to the webcam, glows when webcam function is
activated; LED goes out when this function is turned off.
• Slide the camera shutter to hide the camera from view, if necessay.
• The built-in microphone shares the same function with an external one.

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Introductions
Front Side View
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Right Side View
1. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port
USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for
the connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras.
2. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port (USB-C) (with DisplayPort function)
• USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, delivers the higher interface
speeds for connecting various devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or
video cameras, and offers more advantages over high-speed data transferring.
• The slim and sleek USB-C connector features reversible plug orientation.
• Optionally supports Power Delivery function with variable 20V, 100W PD adapter
with Type-C connector input and maximum 5V/3A or 5V/1.5A power output when
AC or DC power is connected.
• Supports using a power bank to supply power to the notebook and charge the
battery pack. Make sure the charging power output of the power bank meets the
minimum requirements of the notebook.
3. Woofer Speaker
The woofer speaker is to reproduce low-pitched audio frequency.
4. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port
USB 3.2 Gen 2, the SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, supports high-speed data transfer for
the connected devices, such as storage devices, hard drives, or video cameras.
5. Ventilator
The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air
circulation.

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Introductions
Left Side View
1. Thunderbolt (USB-C) port (optional)
• Thunderbolt™ 4, optionally supports USB4, PCIe, HDMI™, DisplayPort
connection; 8K display monitor output; up to 40Gbps transfer rate.
• Supports maximum 5V/3A portable charging power output when AC power is
connected. However, the maximum portable charging power limitation may up to
5V/1.5A while only battery DC power is connected.
2. Combo Audio Port
• A port for a headset, microphone, or headset with
microphone.
• The Combo Audio Port supports 4-Pole 3.5mm
headphone jack.
3. Ventilator
The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air
circulation.