Razer Blade 15” Studio Edition (2020) | RZ09-0330Q Manual and FAQ

Razer Blade 15” Studio Edition (2020) | RZ09-0330Q Support

FAQ

At a Glance: Razer Blade 15″ Studio Edition (2020) | RZ09-0330Q

The Razer Blade 15” Studio Edition (2020) | RZ09-0330Q comes with a 10th Gen i7-10875H 8-Core CPU and NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 with Max-Q Design to help you turn your imagination into reality. Outfitted with an improved keyboard layout, the new Razer Blade 15” Studio is designed to handle every task smoothly.

Device Layout

Full Technical Specifications

OS

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Windows 10 Home

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Processor| 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-10875H processor, 8 Cores / 16 Threads, 2.3 GHz / 5.1 GHz (Base / Max Turbo), 16 MB Cache
Graphics| NVIDIA® Quadro RTX™ 5000 with Max-Q Design (16GB GDDR6 VRAM)
15.6″ Display| 4K OLED, Touch, 100% DCI-P3 1ms response time
Storage| 1 TB SSD (M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4)
Storage (Maximum)| Expandable up to 2TB SSD (M.2 2280)
Memory| 32 GB dual-channel DDR4-2933MHz (16GB x 2) Expandable to 64GB
Keyboard| Per key RGB Powered by Razer Chroma™ N-Key rollover keyboard
Communication| Intel® Wireless-AX201 (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, and Bluetooth® 5 connectivity)
Webcam| Windows® Hello built-in IR HD webcam (1MP / 720P)
Input & Output|

• Thunderbolt™ 3 (USB-C)
• USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-A) x3
• USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports 20V with PD 3.0)
• HDMI 2.0 B output
• SD Card Reader UHS-III

Battery| Built-in 80 Wh rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery
Finish| Anodized Mercury White
Approximate Size|

• W: 13.98 in / 355 mm
• D: 9.25 in / 235 mm
• H: 0.70 in / 17.9 mm

Approximate Weight| 4.85 lbs / 2.2 kg

How To

How to keep the Razer Blade at optimal temperature while gaming

If your Razer Blade suddenly stops responding, turns off unexpectedly, or its fan is excessively noisy, your Razer Blade could be running beyond its optimal temperature.

Here is the video on how to keep the Razer Blade at optimal temperature while gaming.

For more detailed instructions on how to keep the Razer Blade at optimal

temperature :

How to keep the Razer Blade at optimal temperature while gaming

While running intensive tasks such as video editing or playing graphics- intensive computer games, periodic high-temperature spikes are considered normal. Several factors such as ambient temperature, hardware specifications, and even the surface that it rests on will influence the laptop’s ability to dissipate heat.

If you experience one or more of the issues below, refer to the video or instructions below to help you troubleshoot and resolve them.

• Excessive fan noise or use
• Games stop responding
• Windows stops responding
• Razer Blade restarts or turns off unexpectedly

Here is the video on how to keep the Razer Blade at optimal temperature while gaming.

Step-by-step process

1. Ensure that you have the latest version of Windows. To do that, click the Start button, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update, then select “Check for Updates”. For more information, visit Microsoft Support.

2. Update your graphics drivers. Razer Blades (except for the Razer Blade Stealth models) have both integrated Intel graphics and dedicated Nvidia graphics equipped. You may consult your product manual for more information.

2. Keep the Blade’s air vents clean and clear from obstructions. It is generally recommended that laptops should rest on solid flat surfaces to maximize airflow along with the vents.

3. Over time dust could also accumulate within the vents that prevent them from working properly. To alleviate this, you can try holding the device upside down and using compressed air can dislodge any clumps of dust that may be clogging the vents.

4. Check your fan speed settings.

Do note that not all Razer Blade models allow the option to control fan speed. Depending on the specific model, you may have different fan control options.

1. 1. Open Razer Synapse, then go to “SYSTEM” > “PERFORMANCE”.

2. In “Balanced” mode, select “Auto (Default)” fan speed. With this setting, the system will automatically adjust the fan speed to cool the laptop. However, if you need to run the system at higher CPU and GPU power levels, it is recommended to select “Manual”.

i. Click and move the node to your preferred fan speed level. With this setting, the Razer Blade’s cooling fan will maintain the specified RPM.

For more details on adjusting the fan speed on your Razer Blade, see How to adjust the fan speed on the Razer Blade.

6. You can also reduce system load by closing background programs that you are not using. Make sure to save any unsaved work in those programs.

7. If you are comfortable doing so, you can also close any suspicious processes that may be slowing your system. Just note that some processes may be essential to your system running smoothly and closing them may make your system unstable. We advise you to do your own research regarding this.

1. 1. Right-click the Start button and select “Task Manager”.

b. Under the “Processes” tab, close any suspicious processes and look them up on the internet for more information. To close that process, right-click then select “End task”.

8. Try to use the Razer Blade in a cool environment. A hot ambient temperature can affect your Razer Blade’s efficiency to dissipate heat.

9. If the above steps did not resolve the issue, consider doing a system recovery or factory reset.

You can now work and game with your Razer Blade while keeping optimal temperature.

How do I enable Boost Performance on my Razer Blade 15″ Studio Edition

(2020)?

To enable this feature, check this guide.

How do I defrag the SSD on the Razer Blade?

Solid State Drives cannot be defragmented. Unlike Hard Disk drives that use a physical magnetic disk to write and read data, SSDs can read blocks of data that are spread out over the drive just as fast as they can read those blocks that are adjacent to one another. There is no need to defrag an SSD Drive.

How do I upgrade the memory, SSD, HDD, or hard drive on my Razer Blade?

Not all Razer Blade models can be upgraded. Check the technical specifications of your Razer Blade model on its upgradability. Detailed steps on how to upgrade components are not available. Instructions from other sources may be available but we are not responsible for their content.

Note: Any damage or issues caused during installation or as a result of incompatible parts being used is not covered under the warranty, and may void the warranty coverage. Razer will not be liable for any warranty coverage on any third-party part you may install and we cannot guarantee compatibility or performance of any third-party parts.

How do I replace the battery in my Razer Blade Laptop?

Razer Blade batteries should be replaced by an authorized Razer Repair Center. Should you feel your battery is defective and needs replacing, please contact the Razer Support team and we will be happy to assist you.

How do I update my Microsoft OS?

It is important to keep your Microsoft OS updated to ensure that you can receive the latest software updates for your system.

Follow the steps below to check for updates on your Windows 10 Razer Blade:

1. Click the Start button, and then go to Settings.

2. Select Update & Security.

3. Select Windows Update, and click Check for updates.

Your system should automatically prompt you of any missing update or if the device is currently up to date.

For more information, see Windows 10 Update.

What should I do to maintain the power adapter’s good condition and extend

its life span?

To keep your power adapter in good condition and extend its life span, check this guide.

Troubleshooting

BIOS error message during installation

When downloading the proper BIOS firmware updater for your Razer Blade laptops, you may run into the following issue when installing: This firmware tool is for use only with Blade and compatible systems. This application will now close.

The issue is related to the product code of some devices found in the BIOS. The firmware is correct but may not install because the product code embedded in the BIOS does not match the firmware updater.

This is because the firmware houses a list of applicable product codes so that it knows which units to allow itself to install on. If the product code in the BIOS of the laptop does not match that of the updater’s list of approved devices, it will return an error to the user.

Display error on Razer laptops when using GPU-intensive programs or games

If you experience image issues or the display driver stops working when playing GPU-intensive applications, programs or games, follow the steps below to resolve the problem:

1. Restart the device and test if the issue is still present after the reboot.
2. Ensure that you have updated to the latest version of Windows.
3. Make sure your graphics driver is up to date: Note : Choose the appropriate graphics card for your Razer Blade model.
   • Intel Graphics driver for Blade Stealth
   • NVIDIA Graphics driver for Blade Stealth, Blade and Blade Pro
4. Check if the issue persists on all games or a specific game.
5. If the issue only occurs on a certain application or game, the issue may be caused by the game itself.
   • Make sure the device specifications fit the system requirements of the game or application.
   • Attempt to reinstall the game or application.
   • If the issue persists, check if this is a common issue with other owners of the same game or application to see if a fix is available on their end.
6. Restart the device and test if the issue is still present after the reboot.
7. Adjust your screen resolution to match the screen resolution of the game or application.
8. If the issue is still present, attempt to reinstall the updated graphics driver and test the device again to eliminate the possibility of a corrupt installation.
9. If the steps above did not resolve the issue attempt to perform a system recovery or factory reset.

Software & Downloads

Can I dual boot, partition, or otherwise modify the Razer Blade’s

operating system?

The Razer Blade is designed for compatibility with the shipped OS. Should you want to install or modify the OS, please format the boot drive first then install your OS. Razer Warranty and Support is only available for the shipped OS.

Can I install other operating systems on the Razer Blade 15” Studio

Edition (2020)?

Razer only supports the factory OS that is shipped with the Razer Blade. While you may find success in installing other operating systems onto your Razer Blade, however, we do not recommend or support any OS outside of the Windows environment.

Where can I find the latest drivers for my Razer Blade?

To enhance the user experience, drivers for your Razer laptop are available through Windows Updates. Simply navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and select Check for updates to ensure that you have the latest drivers installed on your Razer Blade Laptop. The original preinstalled drivers for your Blade can be found by visiting the downloads page.

Where can I get information on MS Windows update and end-of-support info?

All our Razer Blade models operate using Windows operating systems. Any updates, upgrades, and changes to Windows servicing and support come directly from Microsoft Corporation.

Check out the Windows product lifecycle page to know more.

Check out the Windows IT Pro Blog to find out more about Windows changes to Office and Windows servicing and support.

Hardware

Will I overcharge my battery if I leave it plugged in even when it is at

100%?

The Razer Blade series uses a lithium-ion (Li-On) polymer battery. Though this is not exactly a Windows feature, overcharging Li-ion batteries is not a problem and does not affect the battery life span. The Blade laptops have an internal circuit to stop charging at full charge to avoid overcharging and will only start recharging when the battery hits 95%.

Can I use the Razer Blade 15″ Studio Edition (2020) power adapter with

older models and vice versa?

Yes, the power adapter of the RRazer Blade 15″ Studio Edition (2020) | RZ09-0330Q is the same as the previous 230W AC Adapter for the Razer Blade 15″ Models.

How can I extend the battery life of my Razer Blade when on-the-go?

Most of the battery improvement options are part of the Windows OS. Follow the following tips below to extend the battery life of your Razer Blade when on- the-go:

• Temporarily turn off the keyboard backlighting
• Try dimming the screen brightness
• Check the “Battery Saver” settings for the most effective means of conserving battery when on-the-go.
• The battery life may be extended further by turning down the display brightness, adjusting the power settings in Windows Setting > System > Battery and adjust the power configuration to your liking.

• Changing the performance mode in Synapse 3

• Close applications when not in use.
• Dim or turn off the keyboard lighting.

Can I use third-party power adapters with the Razer Blade?

We only recommend using Razer power supplies with the Razer Blade. Third-party adapters have not been tested to meet our standards and may lead to damage to your System.

Can I overclock the processor and the graphics card on the Razer Blade 15”

Studio Edition (2020)?

Razer laptops are carefully crafted, and its components are tuned to give the best performance under the most demanding gaming conditions. We do not recommend overclocking your CPU, GPU, and/or RAM as these alter the delicate balance of performance and reliability of the system. There is an associated risk of damage to crucial components if unauthorized changes are made, which will result in voiding the manufacturer’s warranty.

How many external monitors can I connect to the Razer Blade 15” Studio

Edition (2020)?

The Razer Blade 15” Studio Edition (2020) | RZ09-0330Q can utilize up to three external monitors by using the HDMI, and two USB-C ports. However, the results may vary depending on the resources needed by the external displays.

Can I use a lower-watt power adapter on my Razer Blade laptop?

Yes, the Razer Blade 15″ Studio Edition (2020) | RZ09-0330Q supports USB-C power adapters (up to 100 W) which output less power than the provided 230 W AC adapter. However, using a lower-watt power adapter may affect the performance of your laptop, and your laptop may charge slower or not charge at all while the system is running. To avoid any of these issues, we recommend using only the power adapter that comes with the laptop.

Razer Blade 15” (2020) Firmware Updater | RZ09-0330x, RZ09-0330Q

Applicable Models

• Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2020) | RZ09-0330x

• Razer Blade 15″ Studio Edition (2020) | RZ09-0330Q

Firmware v1.1.1.2

• https://rzr.to/gnK9G | July 02, 2020

• Fix system hang during reboot after setting “Core Isolation > Memory Integrity” to “ON”.

Step-by-step Process

1. Download the latest firmware update by downloading the link found above.
2. Extract the zip file into your selected folder and run the .exe file.
3. The Razer Updater will appear and indicate if you can update it

NOTE: If the “Update” button is greyed out, your system is already running the latest version and no longer requires this update.

4. Please ensure that you have saved your work and closed all open programs before proceeding.

5. Left-click “Update” to start the update process (NOTE: You may lose keyboard and mouse functionality during the update process).

6. Wait for the update process to complete.

7. Your computer will restart once the update is complete.

Downloads

Razer Blade 15″ (2020) – Studio Edition Master Guide (Chinese Traditional) – Download

Razer Blade 15″ (2020) – Studio Edition Master Guide (Chinese Simplified) – Download

Razer Blade 15″ (2020) – Studio Edition Master Guide (Russian) – Download

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Razer Blade 15″ (2020) – Studio Edition Master Guide (French) – Download

Razer Blade 15″ (2020) – Studio Edition Master Guide (Spanish) – Download

Razer Blade 15″ (2020) – Studio Edition Master Guide (German) – Download

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