Notebook Software Application Manual
Software Application Guide Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice. Trademarks All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. SRS Premium Sound, SRS and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
Preface 1-3 About This Manual This Software Application Manual provides instructions and illustrations on installing and using the software applications which are exclusively designed by MSI. This manual will give users more on how your notebook can be more efficient, convenient, and enjoyable with the help of these software applications. The software applications selected here may be optionally supported for particular models. Contact the local dealer for further information if necessary.
Software Application Guide Recovery Image Backup Tool Recovery Image Backup Tool, the utility designed to backup the recovery image to blank DVD disks, a USB flash disk or ISO files. They can be used to recover the system to manufacturer’s default settings when it is needed. This utility applies to the Operating System of Windows 8 and later only. application on any product with no authorization may be prohibited.
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Software Application Guide SCM (System Control Manager) SCM (System Control Manager) is a software for driving and controlling the Fn keys on the keyboard. The SCM is pre-installed with the default OS and will run automatically in background. If you intend to install your own version of OS, it is required to install SCM to enable the Fn keys. Quick Launch [Fn] Keys Use the Quick Launch [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications and tools.
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Software Application Guide User Define key This function allows users to define the P1 quick launch button for launching the particular application. Once the shortcut has been created properly, users will be able to launch the selected program, application, utility, or path by pressing the P1 Fn key on the keyboard. Note: This function will not be available when Dragoon Gaming Center is installed. To restore this function, uninstalling Dragoon Gaming Center is necessarily required.
Preface 1-9 Dragoon Gaming Center (optionally supported) When the application of Dragoon Gaming Center is installed, activate Dragoon Gaming Center with Quick Launch P1 Fn key.
Software Application Guide System Control Manager interface Besides using the [Fn] buttons on the keyboard to activate the specific applications and tools, users may also achieve the same results via the System Control Manager interface. Double right click on the SCM icon on the lower right corner of the display to bring up the System Control Manager interface as shown below. 1. Devices ON/ OFF Right click the mouse on the device icon to switch the selected device on or off recurrently. 2.
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Software Application Guide Dragoon Gaming Center Launching Dragoon Gaming Center When the Dragoon Gaming Center application has been installed successfully, the Dragoon Gaming Center launching icon will appear under Programs and the system tray in the lower right-hand corner of screen. Click on this icon to launch the Dragoon Gaming Center application. Main Window 1. System Monitor: This item shows current system loading information. 2.
Preface 1-13 System Monitor The field shows real-time readings of major components including CPU/ GPU, memory, temperature and network speed. Loading Status This item shows current status of CPU, memory, battery capacities, disk I/O loading, GPU, current power scheme, power consumption while AC power is unplugged, and fan speed. Temperature This item shows GPU and CPU temperature. Click on ‘F can switch to Fahrenheit degree while click on ‘C to Celsius degree.
Software Application Guide Utility This function integrates a maximum of nine shortcuts of software and utilities embedded in the notebook.
Preface 1-15 InstantPlay InstantPlay function allows users to define several features in one P1 key shortcut. Users will be surprised by what a P1 key or a combination of Fn+F4 key is capable of! One can designate an immediate startup on one specified game in P1 key shortcut, and set P1 key as a quick switch to ECO Gaming mode and adjust hardware configuration. InstantPlay This item gives an easy and quick management of installed game database. Users can add or remove shortcuts of your computer games.
Software Application Guide Display & Audio This item is meant for audio and display adjustments. Mouse This item adjusts settings include: Point Speed Speed Scrolling Resource Release This item allows users check unnecessary applications in EndTask List to avoid influencing gaming performance.
Preface 1-17 Hybrid Power (optionally supported) This function empowers users to monitor current Hybrid Power status. Hybrid Power Status Chart This item indicates the duration of the Hybrid Power mode the system has entered in the last 60 seconds. Hybrid Power Ability Hybrid Power shows current status of Hybrid Power mode and the function is only available in selected models.
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Preface 1-19 Keyboard LED Manager (KLM) Launching the Keyboard LED Manager When the KLM application has been installed successfully, the KLM launching icon will appear under Programs and the system tray in the lower right-hand corner of screen. Click on this icon to launch the Keyboard LED Manager application. Standard Status and Idle Status KLM allows users to set different LED flashing modes under Standard status and Idle status.
Software Application Guide Normal Mode: 1. When this mode is selected, the keyboard LEDs will always stay lit with the selected color. 2. Select an LED section (A, B, or C) by clicking on the corresponding area on the diagram. 3. Select a desired LED color for each LED section by clicking on the color wheel. 4. The selected color for each LED section will be shown in the LED Color Indicators below the keyboard diagram. 5.
Preface 1-21 Gaming Mode: 1. The keyboard LEDs of Section-A will always be lit to show the selected color. 2. The keyboard LEDs of Section-B and Section-C will always be disabled when Gaming mode is selected. 3. Select a desired LED color by clicking on the color wheel. 4.
Software Application Guide Breathing Mode: 1. The keyboard LEDs of each section will be individually lit with the selected LED color and then darkened with a steady rhythm. 2. Select a desired LED color for each LED section by clicking on the color wheel. 3. The selected color for each LED section will be shown in the LED Color Indicators located below the keyboard diagram. 4. To group the three LED sections into one main section, click [ Lock Keyboard ] on the left hand side. 5.
Preface 1-23 Wave Mode: 1. The keyboard LEDs of Section A, B, and C will be lit with the selected LED color in order from LED Section-C to Section-B to Section-A, and then the LEDs will darken with a steady rhythm. 2. Select a desired LED color for each LED section by clicking on the color wheel. 3. The selected color for each LED section will be shown in the LED Color Indicators located below the keyboard diagram. 4. To group the three LED sections into one main section, click [ Lock Keyboard ] 5.
Software Application Guide Dual Color Mode: 1. When Dual Color mode is selected, the keyboard LEDs will be grouped into one main section, and the keyboard LEDs will be lit with the two selected colors. 2. Select two LED colors at a time by clicking on the color wheel. 3. The two selected colors will be shown on the LED Color Indicator.
Preface 1-25 Selecting the LED Flashing Mode under Idle Status Select a desired LED Flashing Mode in Idle status. The selection will take effect while the system is in Sleep mode. Click on [ Idle ], Select a desired LED flashing mode from Wave, Breathing, and Off. Off Mode: Turn off the Keyboard LED function. Breathing Mode: 1. The keyboard LEDs of each section will be individually lit with the selected LED color in order and then darkened with a steady rhythm. 2.
Software Application Guide Wave Mode: 1. The keyboard LEDs of each section will be lit with the selected LED color in order from LED Section-C to Section-B, and to Section-A, and then dimmed in an on/off pattern. 2. Select a desired LED color for each LED section by clicking on the color wheel. 3. To group the three LED sections into one main section, click [ Lock Keyboard ], so that only one LED color can be selected for the keyboard LEDs.
Preface 1-27 Grouping the LED sections The divided LED sections can be grouped into one main section by clicking on the [ Lock Keyboard ] icon. be illuminated. Once the three LED sections are grouped, only one color can be selected to Note: Grouping function will not take effect in Gaming mode. Closing the KLM interface To close the KLM interface, simply click on the [ Close ] icon.
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Preface 1-29 Battery Calibration Activating the Battery Calibration When the Battery Calibration application has been installed successfully, the Battery Calibration launch icon will appear in the MSI folder of the Start menu. Click on this icon to launch the Battery Calibration application. Starting the Battery Calibration Process 1. Left click on the Battery Calibration launch icon in the MSI folder of the Start menu, and the Battery Calibration main display will appear. 2.
Software Application Guide 5. The calibration process status will be shown on the display telling users that the system is now charging, recharging, or discharging. 6. Calibration completed. Note: MSI recommends doing Battery Calibration every 3 months to have the best battery life.
Preface 1-31 Warning Notification 1. If the AC/DC adapter is disconnected during the calibration process, a warning notification will appear. 2. Please reconnect the AC/DC adapter to continue the calibration process within 15 seconds; otherwise the calibration process will stop automatically. 1. If the battery of the notebook is not installed properly or removed during the calibration process, the warning notification will appear. 2.
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Preface 1-33 Sizing Options (Only available in selected models) Activating the Sizing Options When the Sizing Options application has been installed successfully, the Sizing Options launch icon will appear in the MSI folder of the Start menu and the system tray in the lower right-hand corner of screen. 1. Left click on Sizing Options shortcut icon on the desktop or the icon in the lower right-hand corner of the screen to launch the Sizing Options application. 2.
Software Application Guide 5 Preview Windows When select one DPI setting will bring the following respective preview image: 34
Preface 1-35 When change the DPI setting will bring one dialogue and ask you to sign out of the computer to apply these changes, or you can choose to sign out later. Only select “Sign out now” and restart your computer, the updated DPI setting will take effect.
Software Application Guide Best DPI for the Display We recommend you to apply the following DPI settings to get the best DPI for the display.
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Preface 1-39 Recovery Image Backup Tool Recovery Image Backup Tool, the utility designed to backup the recovery image to blank DVD disks, a USB flash disk or ISO files. They can be used to recover the system to manufacturer’s default settings when it is needed. This utility applies to the Operating System of Windows 8 or later only. Usage of this application on any product with no authorization may be prohibited.
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Preface 1-41 Create and Burn a Recovery Disk 1. To create and burn a Recovery Disk, select [Recovery Disk], and then follow the on-screen instructions to continue. 2. Prepare the number of the writable disk as requested. 3. Place the disk into the optical drive device, and then select [Burn]. 4. Note: Closing the other applications while burning the recovery disk is suggested. 5. Click [Close] when a disk is successfully created. 6.
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Software Application Guide Recovering the System When the hard drive and system encountered non-recoverable problems, it is always recommended to perform the System Recovery Function with F3 Hotkey first. If the system is unable to recover to the manufactory default settings with F3 Hotkey, follow the instructions below to proceed the recovery function with the DVD recovery disks or USB flash drive. 1. Insert the DVD recovery disks to your computer. 2. Restart the computer. 3.
Preface 6. 7. 1-45 Select [Hard Disk Recovery] to restore the hard disk to the manufactory default settings. Select [System Partition Recovery] to reset the hard disk drive partition where the operating system installed to the manufactory default settings.
Software Application Guide 8. AC power is required while proceeding the System Recovery Function. Assure that the AC power is connected to the notebook before moving forward to the next step. 9. The system recovery process will format the hard disk drive; make sure that the important data has been backed up before continuing the process.
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