GIGABYTE U4 Core i7 Dual Laptop User Guide

GIGABYTE U4 Core i7 Dual Laptop

Using GIGABYTE Notebook for the First Time

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC-in jack on the notebook.
3. Connect the power cord to the power outlet.

Switching on the Power

After you turn on the notebook for the very first time, do not turn it off until the operating system has been configured. Please note that the volume for the audio will not function until Windows® Setup has completed.

• 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 information on your power adapter. Some Notebook PC models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU.

• Power adapter information:
  – Input voltage: 100-240 Vac
  – Input frequency: 50-60 Hz
  – Rating output voltag:19V,3.42A

• Product specifications and product appearance may differ from country to country. We recommend that you check with your local dealers for the specifications 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.

GIGABYTE Notebook Tour

1. Display Panel 11 Power Button
2. Webcam 12 SD Card reader
3. Microphone 13 Audio Combo Jack
4. Keyboard 14 USB 3.2 Port (USB type-A)
5. Touchpad
6. Power Input Port (DC)
7. HDMI 2.0b Port
8. USB 3.2 Port (USB type-A)
9. Thunderbolt 4 Port (USB type-C)
10. Speaker

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 and use 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 environments. If the vents are blocked, it may be dangerous and cause the Notebook PC to overheat.

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 key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.

• Hotkey Description
• Fn +~ Play / Pause (in Audio/Video Programs)
• Fn + ! Fan Automatic Control / Full Power
• Fn + F1 Touchpad Toggle
• Fn + F2 Turn LCD Backlight OFF
• (Press a key to or use Tochpad to turn on)
• Fn + F3 Mute Toggle
• FN + F4 Toggle Keyboard Illumination / Adjust Brightness Level
• Fn + F5 / F6 Volume Decrease / Increases
• Fn + F7 Display Toggle
• Fn + F8 / F9 Bright Descreases / Increases
• Fn + 10 PC Camera Power on and off
• Fn + F11 Airplane Mode Toggle
• Fn + F12 Sleep Toggle
• FN + Ins Num LK Number Lock Toggle
• Fn + Del Scr LK Scroll Lock Toggle
• Fn + Esc Control Center Toggle
• FN + R Rotate the Screen

System Backup Guide

WARNING

• • You can backup the original recovery image through this application in case of losing by device damage.
  • You can backup the original recovery image to the USB disk and restore the system if any storage system replacement with the recovery USB disk.
  • Before you restore the system through the recovery USB disk, please make sure that you have already made the backup of your data.
  • Please DO NOT shut down or un-plug the system when performing backup through recovery USB disk.

1. Please plug in the USB Flash Drive which is at least 32GB incapacity to make the original image (backup the data in USB first. All data will be eliminated during the creation of recovery USB disk)

2. Insert the driver disk to your optical drive and run the install of “System Backup” (for none-ODD model, please use USB ODD device or download from
   http://www.gigabyte.com

3. Run the “System Backup” after finishing the install.

4. Select your USB disk from the drop-down list and start to create the recovery USB disk.

5. • The window will pop out when the creation of recovery disk is done.
   • Please press F12 on starting the system when you need to restore the system. Select “boot from recovery USB disk” and the system will be restored.
   • The time needed for restore will be around 30 mins(time needed may vary by USB disk model).

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.

Note

• If the storage has been switched or the partition deleted, the recovery option will no longer be available and a recovery service will be needed.
• The 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.

Recovery Guide

1. Turn off and restart the laptop.

2. During the laptop turn on process, press and hold F9 key to launch the tool.

3. Choose “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

   • Reset this PC
     You can choose to keep or remove your files and then reinstalls Windows without losing your files.

   • Smart Recovery
     Your PC settings will be restored to factory default settings.

   • Caution: All personal data and files will be lost.

**Smart Recovery

**

The recovery will be activated and you will see the option buttons on the window. Click on “Yes” to start it.

Caution

• Once 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.
• A 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

Advanced 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 eep Windows from loading.
• Command Prompt Use the Command Prompt for advanced troubleshooting.
• 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

Control Center Application

The Control Center application is a quick computer configuration application, which allows you to change power mode, set keyboard backlight and assign a single key to launch multiple key combinations

**Control Center Overview

**

1. Power Modes
2. LED Keyboard
3. FAN speed control

Power Modes

To set different power mode

1. Quiet
2. Performance
3. Entertainment
4. Power Saving

LED Keyboard
To set keyboard backlight.

1. Keyboard Sleep timer:  enter the value to set backlit sleep timer.
2. Keyboard Brightness: to set the brightness of keyboard backlight.

FAN speed control
You can set the fan speed to Maximum (full power) or Automatic

References

• GIGABYTE Global
• GIGABYTE Global
• GIGABYTE France
• 個人應用 服務 / 支援 - GIGABYTE 技嘉科技
• FAQ常见问题 - GIGABYTE 技嘉科技
• 下载中心 - GIGABYTE 技嘉科技
• FAQ - GIGABYTE Germany
• Download Center - GIGABYTE Germany
• FAQ - GIGABYTE France
• 서비스지원센터 - GIGABYTE Korea
• FAQ - GIGABYTE Korea
• FAQ - GIGABYTE Global
• Download Center - GIGABYTE Global
• FAQ常見問題 - GIGABYTE 技嘉科技

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