MSI X420 User manual

CHAPTER 1
Preface

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Preface
Preface
Table of Content............................................................................................................................ 1-2
Regulations Information............................................................................................................... 1-5
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement .................................................................... 1-5
FCC Conditions ........................................................................................................................ 1-6
CE Conformity .......................................................................................................................... 1-6
Safety Instructions........................................................................................................................ 1-7
Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery ..............................................................................1-11
WEEE Statement ......................................................................................................................... 1-15
Trademarks.................................................................................................................................. 1-22
Release History........................................................................................................................... 1-22
Introductions
Manual Map ................................................................................................................................... 2-2
Unpacking...................................................................................................................................... 2-3
Specification.................................................................................................................................. 2-4
Product Overview ......................................................................................................................... 2-9
Top-open View.......................................................................................................................... 2-9
Front View .............................................................................................................................. 2-14
Left Side View......................................................................................................................... 2-17
Table of Content

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Right Side View ...................................................................................................................... 2-19
Rear Side View....................................................................................................................... 2-21
Bottom Side View ................................................................................................................... 2-22
Getting Started
Power Management ...................................................................................................................... 3-2
Connecting the AC Power ........................................................................................................ 3-2
Using the Battery Power........................................................................................................... 3-4
ECO Power Saving Function.................................................................................................... 3-9
GPU Boost Function................................................................................................................3-11
Power Management in Windows OS ..................................................................................... 3-13
Energy Saving Tips................................................................................................................. 3-15
Basic Operations ........................................................................................................................ 3-16
Safety and Comfort Tips.........................................................................................................3-16
Having a Good Work Habit..................................................................................................... 3-17
Knowing the Keyboard ........................................................................................................... 3-18
Knowing the SmartPad........................................................................................................... 3-25
About Hard Disk Drive............................................................................................................ 3-31
Connecting the External Devices.............................................................................................. 3-32
Using the External Optical Storage Device ............................................................................ 3-32
Connecting the Peripheral Devices........................................................................................ 3-33
Connecting the Communication Devices ............................................................................... 3-36
Safely Remove Hardware ........................................................................................................... 3-39

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Components Replacement and Upgrade ................................................................................. 3-37
BIOS Setup
About BIOS Setup......................................................................................................................... 4-2
When to Use BIOS Setup......................................................................................................... 4-2
How to Run BIOS Setup...........................................................................................................4-2
Control Keys ............................................................................................................................. 4-3
BIOS Setup Menu.......................................................................................................................... 4-4
Main Menu................................................................................................................................ 4-5
Advanced Menu........................................................................................................................ 4-7
Security Menu........................................................................................................................... 4-9
Boot Menu .............................................................................................................................. 4-10
Exit Menu................................................................................................................................ 4-12

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Regulations Information
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.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
NOTE
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.