RAZER Blade 18 Gaming Laptop User Manual

June 12, 2024
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RAZER Blade 18 Gaming Laptop

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Product Information

The Razer Blade 18 (Model number: RZ09-0484) is a high-performance laptop designed specifically for gamers. It comes with a power adapter, regional power cord, and a microfiber cleaning cloth. The laptop features several advanced components and ports, including:

  • Spatial Audio
  • Per-Key RGB powered by Razer ChromaTM
  • N-Key rollover backlit keyboard
  • Precision glass touchpad
  • Power indicator
  • UHS-II SD card reader
  • ThunderboltTM 4 port (USB Type C)*
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A ports
  • HDMI 2.1 port
  • Lock slot
  • Power port
  • 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C port*
  • 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo port

Supports 20V USB PD 3.0 charging up to 2.

The laptop comes with a 1-year limited manufacturer’s warranty and a 2-year limited battery warranty coverage. The warranty terms may vary by region and are subject to applicable local law.

Product Usage Instructions

Setting up your laptop

  1. Connect the appropriate power cord to the power adapter.
  2. Insert the AC plug of the power adapter into a power outlet.
  3. Connect the power adapter to the power port of your Razer Blade 18.
  4. Use the appropriate power cord for your region.
  5. For first-time use, fully charge your laptop or connect it to a power outlet before turning it on. It takes at least 2 hours to fully charge the Razer Blade 18.
  6. Power on your Razer Blade 18. The power indicator will show the status of your laptop.
  7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows 11 setup.
  8. When prompted, connect your laptop to a wireless network with an active internet connection.

Personalizing your laptop

  1. Ensure that your laptop has an active internet connection.
  2. Razer Synapse, which allows you to customize settings and lighting effects, will start automatically once you enter Windows 11.
  3. Sign up for a Razer ID or log in with an existing account. Alternatively, you can continue as a guest, but your settings won’t be stored to the cloud.
  4. Wait for Razer Synapse to automatically download and install the necessary drivers.
  5. To enhance your gaming experience and optimize system performance, install Razer Cortex. Right-click Razer Central from your taskbar, launch the Razer Central app, go to the Apps tab, and press the INSTALL button beside RAZER CORTEX.

For more information, visit razer.com/cortex.

WHAT’S INSIDE

  • Razer Blade 18
    • ( Model number: RZ09-0484)

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  • A. Array microphone
  • B. Infrared camera/LED
  • C. Full HD webcam
  • D. Webcam indicator light
  • E. 18” Anti-glare display
  • F. Power button
  • G. Speakers powered by THX® Spatial Audio
  • H. Per-Key RGB powered by Razer Chroma™ N-Key rollover backlit keyboard
  • I. Precision glass touchpad
  • J. Power indicator
  • K. UHS-II SD card reader
  • L. Thunderbolt™ 4 port (USB Type C)*
  • M. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A ports
  • N. HDMI 2.1 port
  • O. Lock slot
  • P. Power port
  • Q. 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port
  • R. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C port*
  • S. 3.5 mm headphone / microphone combo port

Supports 20V USB PD 3.0 charging up to

  1. Power adapter + regional power cord
  2. Micro-fiber cleaning cloth

LET’S GET YOU COVERED

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  • You’ve got a great laptop in your hands, complete with a 1-year limited manufacturer’s warranty* and a 2-year limited battery warranty coverage. Now maximize its potential and score exclusive Razer benefits by registering at razerid.razer.com
  • Warranty may vary by region and is subject to applicable local law.

Got a question? Ask the Razer Support Team at support.razer.com

SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP

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  1. With the appropriate power cord connected to the power adapter, insert its AC plug into a power outlet, and then connect it to the power port of your Razer Blade 18.
    • Use the appropriate power cord for your region. For first-time use, please fully charge your laptop first or make sure to connect it to a power outlet before turning it on. It takes at least 2 hours to fully charge your Razer Blade 18.
  2. Power on your Razer Blade 18. The power indicator will show the status of your laptop.RAZER-Blade-18-Gaming-Laptop-fig-4
  3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows 11 setup.
    • When prompted, it is recommended that you connect your laptop to a wireless network with an active internet connection.

PERSONALIZING YOUR LAPTOP

Aside from allowing you to download drivers or firmware updates for your Razer Blade 18 and other supported Razer peripherals, Razer Synapse also enables you to customize all your Razer devices’ advanced settings and lighting effects. When logged in, these custom settings are automatically stored to the cloud so that they can be accessed from any computer.

  1. Make sure your laptop has an active internet connection.
  2. By default, Razer Synapse will start automatically once you enter Windows 11. Simply sign up for a Razer ID or log in with an existing account.
    • Attention: You may also continue as a guest; however, you won’t be able to store any of your settings to the cloud.
  3. Wait until Razer Synapse automatically downloads and installs the necessary drivers.

Enhance your play by boosting your system performance and discover the best gaming deals—all on one powerful platform. To install Razer Cortex, right- click Razer Central from your taskbar, launch the Razer Central app, go to the Apps tab, and then press the INSTALL button beside RAZER CORTEX.

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Find out more at razer.com/cortex.

USING YOUR RAZER BLADE 18

KEYBOARD FEATURES

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  • Pressing the “fn” key in combination with the function keys will activate their secondary functions.

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SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE

SAFETY GUIDELINES

In order to achieve maximum safety while using your Razer Blade 18, we suggest that you adopt the following guidelines:

  1. Should you have trouble operating the device properly and troubleshooting does not work, unplug the device, and go to support.razer.com where you can find FAQs, guides, and contact information to our Razer Advocacy team.
  2. Do not take apart the device (doing so may void your warranty) and do not attempt to operate it during power fluctuations.
  3. Magnets and electromagnetic fields may interfere with your electronic devices under certain conditions. To prevent any possible interference, keep your laptop away from other electronic devices at a safe distance of more than 6”/15cm or more than 12”/30cm apart for wireless chargers.
  4. Keep the device away from liquid, humidity or moisture. Operate the device only within the specific temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F). Should the temperature exceed this range, unplug and/or switch off the device in order to let the temperature stabilize to an optimal level.

COMFORT

Research has shown that long periods of repetitive motion, improper positioning of your computer peripherals, incorrect body position, and poor habits may be associated with physical discomfort and injury to nerves, tendons, and muscles. Below are some guidelines to avoid injury and ensure optimum comfort while using your Razer Blade 18.

  1. Position your laptop directly in front of you. If you have an external mouse, position it next to the laptop. Place your elbows next to your side, not too far away and your mouse within easy reach.
  2. Adjust the height of your chair and table so that the laptop is at or below elbow height.
  3. Keep your feet well supported, posture straight and your shoulders relaxed.
  4. During gameplay, relax your wrist and keep it straight. If you do the same tasks with your hands repeatedly, try not to bend, extend or twist your hands for long periods.
  5. Do not rest your wrists on hard surfaces for long periods. When using an external mouse, use a wrist rest to support your wrist while gaming.
  6. Do not sit in the same position all day. Get up, step away from your desk and do exercises to stretch your arms, shoulders, neck and legs.
  7. If you should experience any physical discomfort while using your laptop, such as pain, numbness, or tingling in your hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck or back, please consult a qualified medical doctor immediately.

BATTERY WARNING

The Razer Blade 18 contains an internal, lithium-ion rechargeable battery. In general, the life expectancy of such battery is dependent upon usage. If you suspect that the lithium-ion rechargeable battery inside the Razer Blade 18 may be drained (has a low charge), try charging it. If the battery does not recharge after several attempts, it may be non-operational. Do not open, mutilate, or expose to conducting materials (metal), moisture, liquid, fire, or heat. Doing so may cause the battery to leak or explode, resulting in personal injury. Do not use or charge the battery if leaking, discolored, or deformed. Do not leave the rechargeable battery discharged or unused for extended periods. When not using your Razer Blade 18 battery for more than 30 days, be sure to store the battery in a fully charged state. Do not tamper with the battery. Dispose of the used battery according to local regulations.

LEGALESE

COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INFORMATION

©2023 Razer Inc. All rights reserved. Razer, the triple-headed snake logo, Razer logo, “For Gamers. By Gamers.”, and “Razer Chroma” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Razer Inc. and/or affiliated companies in the United States or other countries. Actual product may differ from pictures. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Warranty not valid outside of product’s intended region.

  • Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.
  • THX® and the THX® Logo are the property of THX® Ltd., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
  • The Adopted Trademarks HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
  • DisplayPort is a trademark of VESA.
  • HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

NVIDIA, the NVIDIA Logo and Optimus are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Razer Inc. (“Razer”) may have copyright, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, patent applications, or other intellectual property rights (whether registered or unregistered) concerning the product in this Master Guide. Furnishing of this Master Guide does not give you a license to any such copyright, trademark, patent or other intellectual property right. The Razer Blade 18 (the “Product”) may differ from pictures whether on the packaging or otherwise. Razer assumes no responsibility for such differences or for any errors that may appear. Information contained herein is subject to change without notice.

LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY

For the latest and current terms of the Limited Product Warranty, please visit razer.com/warranty.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Razer shall in no event be liable for any lost profits, loss of information or data, special, incidental, indirect, punitive or consequential or incidental damages, arising in any way out of distribution of, sale of, resale of, use of, or inability to use the Product. In no event shall Razer’s liability exceed the retail purchase price of the Product.

GENERAL

These terms shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Product was purchased. If any term herein is held to be invalid or unenforceable, then such term (in so far as it is invalid or unenforceable) shall be given no effect and deemed to be excluded without invalidating any of the remaining terms. Razer reserves the right to amend any term at any time without notice.

FCC STATEMENT

FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMANCE

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 can 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 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 the 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.

For more information, refer to the online help system on razer.com.

FCC CAUTION STATEMENT

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.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.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter.

USAGE RESTRICTIONS

This Razer device was developed and designed to comply with the various wireless and telecom agency requirements throughout the world. This ensures that the device do not cause any harm to Public Switching Telecommunication Networks (PSTN) and do not violate any power and frequency spectrum allocations on a country-by-country basis. This device was also designed to be compliant with regulatory agency limits for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR USE IN HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTS

This Razer device is not a medical device and is not listed under UL or IEC 60601 (or equivalent). This device should be kept at a certain distance to avoid harmful effects to patients or medical equipment.

AVIATION USAGE RESTRICTIONS

Certain restrictions apply to this device while onboard an aircraft. Razer encourages you to understand these restrictions to ensure the flight’s safety and security.

Warning: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Canada Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause interference;
  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

“This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 0 mm between the radiator and your body.

The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Hereby, Razer Inc. declares that the radio equipment type RZ09-0484 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.razerzone.com. In all EU member states, operation of 5150-5350MHz and 5945-6425 MHz is restricted to indoor use only.

Support Wireless Frequency (Max e.r.i.p)

  • BT 3.0(2402-2480MHz): 11.92dBm
  • BT LE(2402-2480MHz):  __8.68___dBm
  • WIFI 2.4GHz(2412-2472MHz): __19.94___dBm
  • WIFI 5GHz(5150- 5350MHz): _22.61dBm
  • WIFI 5GHz(5470 -5725MHz): _21.89 dBm
  • WIFI 5GHz(5725-5850MHz): _13.97dBm
  • WIFI 6GHz(5925 MHz -6425MHz): _22.78dBm

RF exposure (SAR): The device can safely be used with a distance of 0 mm to the human body.

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