Congratulations on your purchase of the AORUS Notebook!

This Manual will help you to get started with setting up your notebook. For more detailed information, EN
please visit our website at http://www.aorus.com. All specifications are subject to the manufacturer's
configuration at the time of shipping and may change without prior notice,written or otherwise.

Using AORUS Notebook for the First Time TC

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1 Connect the the power cord to the AC adapter.

2 Connect the AC adapter to the DC-in jack on the back side of the notebook.
3 Connect the power cord to the power outlet.
4 While the Battery Indicator lights on, press the Power Button to turn on the notebook.

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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.
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Booting Up the notebook for the First Time
Depending on your configuration, the Microsoft® Windows® Boot Screen may be the first screen that you
will see as the notebook starts up. Follow the on screen prompts and instructions and enter your personal
information to complete the setup of the Windows® Operating System.
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 Your AORUS Notebook Tour EN

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1 Webcam Status LED Indicator

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2 Webcam

3 Light sensor

4 Microphone

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6 Battery Indicator Button 
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 Press the right button of touchpad while power off, hibernate mode to check the remaining battery power.

 Bluetooth Status LED Wireless Lan Status LED HDD Status LED
Battery Status LED Power Status LED

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1 Kensington Lock Slot

2 Mini Display Port

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3 HDMI Port
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 4 USB 2.0 Port

5 Microphone Jack

6 Headphone Jack

7 Speaker

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1 Speaker

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3 USB 3.0 Port

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4 Power Button

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1 DC-in Jack
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2 Ethernet Port

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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 <Fn> key before pressing the other key
in the hotkey combination.
Hotkey Function Description
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Fn + F1 Sleep Put the computer in Sleep mode.
Fn + F2 Wireless LAN Turn the Wireless LAN function ON and OFF.
Fn + F3 Brightness Down Decrease the screen brightness.
Fn + F4 Brightness Up Increase the screen brightness.
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Switche display output between the display screen, external
Fn + F5 Display Toggle
monitor (if connected) and both.
Fn + F6 Screen Display Toggle Turn the screen display ON and OFF.
Fn + F7 Speaker Toggle Turn the speaker ON and OFF.
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Fn + F8 Volume Down Decrease the sound volume.
Fn + F9 Volume Up Increase the sound volume.
Fn + F10 Touchpad Toggle Turn the internal touchpad ON and OFF.
Fn + F11 WiFi / Bluetooth Toggle Turn the WiFi / Bluetooth function ON and OFF.
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Fn + F12 Webcam Turn the internal webcam ON and OFF.

Macro key
Macro keys can be set via Macro Engine, setting combination keys for complicated and/or general operation.
Macro key Macro key Description
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G Macro group switch, press around 3 secconds as hardware switch on/off.

G1 User self-definition Macro key

G2 User self-definition Macro key

G3 User self-definition Macro key

G4 User self-definition Macro key

G5 User self-definition Macro key

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X3 Operation manual
X3 equipped with many unique features, providing user an exceptional gaming experiences.

Macro key
TC X3 features five macro keys and macro group switch, providing users to set their own preference of
combinations, capable for switching in between maximum up to 25 sets of macros simultaneously. By using
Marco Engine, users can easily access to their own defined recorded macro, and also adjust the macro sets,
so the players are always steps ahead in games. For further detail instructions please refer Macro key setting
manual.
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Killer LAN
Killer LAN can automatically adjust the priority of network transmission, allowing the user to have the best
gaming network speed, by effectively reducing ping values and gain sequence control over different softwares
that require network packet. User may set the software manually by Killer LAN's specific program with the
highest priority network packets; Moreover, user may also configure the network for the download priority for TC
online videos and games packets to achieve the best network optimization.

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Hardware Upgrade GR
X3 supports up to two M.2 SSD, and two SO-DIMM memory slot. User may upgrade memory or carry X3 to
nearest repair center to upgrade; Please visit AORUS official website for compatible memory brands.
Caution
Please ensure X3 is not powered on and unplugged to power source before the upgrade. Any damage during
user’s upgrade will not be covered by warranty, and user shall be responsible for related repair cost; hence
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recommend to carry your laptop to nearest service center for the upgrade.

Battery Protection
When battery is in use for a period of time (not connected to power source and in high performance
mode),Mass power discharging on battery in a short period of time may cause battery to run at high
temperature and may shorten its lifespan. in order to protect the battery's lifespan, the battery will not be
chargeable when its temperature is higher than 45 °C. The mechanism for this is to protect the battery life.
However, after user connects to power adapter, battery stops discharging and temperatures below is 45 °C,
the battery will start charging back to the source and to maintain normal operation.

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EN X3 Command & Control
Command & Control is a software that integrates a list of basic settings to a single interface, providing user a
faster and better experience when customization is needed.
Hotkey Function Description
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Camera Turn On or Off Camera.

Fan Controller Adjusts fan speed according to user's preference.

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The system will detect level of work load and adjust the fan
speed accordingly Auto mode provides a perfect balance
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between performance, heat dissipation and noise level. (System
performance is not at its maximum during Auto mode)
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fan speed to avoid uncomfortable fan noise.
Stealth * Note: This feature may cause limitation to system performance.
Recommend to use such mode during web browsing and
scenarios where high performance is not needed.

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(Performance Mode) enhancing system performance to maximum.

Windows Key Lock Lock or unlock Windows key

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Mouse Speed Setting Adjust the mouse pointer speed according to user.

Volume Setting Adjust volume.

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Brightness Setting Adjust Screen brightness.

Wi-Fi Switch Turn ON or OFF Wi-Fi connection. TC

Bluetooth Switch Turn On or Off Bluetooth connection.

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Adjust the power plan by user usage in order to obtain maximum

Power Plan Setting
battery life or performance.

External Monitor Switch between the computer screen and the external display KR
Setting video output, or simultaneous display.

Font Size Setting Adjust font size.

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Backlit Keyboard
Turn On or Off keyboard backlit.
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Trackpad Switch Turn On or Off touch pad.

USB Port Charge Set USB charging during the sleep mode or hybirnation mode.

Calculator Open the calculator in Windows.

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Macro Engine Instruction
Welcome to use Macro Engine ! Macro Engine makes it much easier for you to control your Macro Key on X3.
You can deal with complex key stroke combination by just one press on macro key, which brings you benefits
both in work and game. Before using Macro Engine, please read following guide,thanks.

TC 1 Launch Macro Engine

You can find the shortcut of Macro Engine on desktop. Just double click it.

2 The overview of Macro Engine

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1 Profiles: View your current macro command settings.

2 Macros: Edit macro command funtions anf settings.
3 Settings: Update Macro Engine version or renew Macro Engine settings.
4 Macro Key Group Indicators: Indicate the activated Macro Key Group
(the atcivated group indicator will light up)
5 Macro Key Function: Show the programmed Macro functions under the Macro Key Group, from
G1 to G5.

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3 Using Macro Engine
1 Set Macro Key to basic function
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a. Click the G button on the left-top of the keyboard b. Click the Macro Key function brick
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to switch to the Macro Key group you would like
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c. Double-click the function you would like to use(ex. Media Player) in the Basic or Macros function
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d. Complete the setting

2 Edit macro command funtions anf settings.

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a. Click "Macros" (you can set up to 100 sets of macro)

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b. Overview of macro record panel (you can record your own macro here)
1. Start recording: Click when you’re about to record the macro
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3. Macro Name: Set the name of this macro
4. Import icon: Set icon for this macro. You can use default icon or upload your own icon
5. Record type: You can choose to record only mouse(or keyboard) movement, or record both.
You can also decide to or not to record mouse position.
6. Record interval: You can decide to or not to record the interval of each movement(or You can FR
set fixed interval time between every movement)
7. Execution way: You can set the macro execution way (execution once, repeat execution or
repeat execution with deep press)
8. Export macro: Export your macro
9. Import macro: Import the macro
10. Delete all: Delete all movement in this macro
11. Delete selected: Delete selected movement
12. Movement list: it shows all movement you record
13. Exit: The system will inquire you if to save the recorded macro

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c. Start to record macro: When you click start button, the macro engine will start to record macro.
All movement you made(mouse/keyboard) will be shown in the movement list. You can decide
to use “pause” key or mouse click on stop button to stop recording based on your record range.
Finishing recording: When you have done all movement, click exit button. The Macro Engine will
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d. Complete the setting.

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3 Edit "Settings" of Macro Engine

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1. Software update: Update latest version of Macro Engine GR

2. Clean memory: Erase current Macro Engine settings

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WARNING
●● Please backup your data before you build and run RAID 0/1 on your system.
●● RAID 1 needs two storage drives of the same specification and capacity in your laptop.
TC ●● R AID 0 needs two storage drives of the same specification in your laptop. Different capacity is acceptable.

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• Press F2 when computer starts to Enter BIOS setup utility.
• Go to Advanced > SATA configuration.
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2 • Change "SATA Mode selection" from "AHCI" to "RAID".

• Press F10 to save and exit. The system will restar t
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3 • Once the system restarts. Go to "All Apps" found at the

bottom of the screen on Windows 8 and execute Intel
Rapid Storage program.
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4 • You will see the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Screen,

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• Under Selec t Volume Type c ho ose O ptimized disc
performance (RAID 0/1), Click > NEXT.
• Under Configure Volume you may set Name to your
preferred name and select both controllers.
• Click > Next. You will see Confirm Volume Creation. Click >
Create volume.
• Wait until the system migration is complete and restart the
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WARNING
●● You can backup original recovery image through this application in case of losing by device damage.
●● You can backup original recovery image to USB disk and restore the system if any storage system replacement with
the recovery USB disk.
●● B efore you restore the system through the recovery USB disk, please make sure that you have already made the
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backup of your data.
●● Please DO NOT shut down or un-plug the system when performing backup through recovery USB disk.

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USB first. All data will be eliminated during the creation of
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2 • Inser t the dr iver disk to your optic al dr ive and r un

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the install of “System Backup” (for none-ODD model,
please use USB ODD device or download from http://
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• Run the “System Backup” after finishing the install.

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create the recovery USB disk.

• The window will pop out when the creation of recovery disk is done.
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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) .

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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.
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˙˙ 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 DOS do not have the
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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.
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Make sure your PC is plugged in. This will take a few minutes.

Windows 7 Recovery Guide

1 Turn off and restart the laptop. GR

During the laptop turn on process, press and hold F9 key to

2 launch the tool.

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

Caution
O nce 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.

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A progress indicator bar will show on the window when the
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adapter is plugged in and do not turn off the laptop.

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Reboot the laptop after the system recovery is complete.
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Windows 10 Recovery Guide

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1 Turn off and restart the laptop.

During the laptop turn on process, press and hold F9 key

2 to launch the tool.

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Choose “Troubleshoot” to enter the recovery settings. (Also you can choose
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˙˙Reset this PC
You can choose to keep or remove your files and then reinstalls Windows
without losing your files.
˙˙AORUS Smart Recovery
Your PC settings will be restored to factory default settings.
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Caution: All personal data and files will be lost.

▓▓ Choose “Reset this PC”

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Choose an account to continue.All apps will be removed, and settings
will back to pure O/S (without AORUS app), but your personal files will
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Remove everything
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Just remove my files
Only personal data and files will be removed, but computer settings
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Fully clean the drive
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The drive will be completely restored to factory default settings. It
takes more time. > [Click on “Reset” to execute recovery function.]

Here are what will happen

˙˙All of your personal files and apps will be removed.
˙˙Your PC settings will be restored to pure O/S (without AORUS app) .

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▓▓ Choose “AORUS Smart Recovery”

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The recovery will be activated and you will see the

option buttons on the window. Click on “Yes” to start it.
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˙˙Once the “Recovery” is selected, your personal data and files will be deleted
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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.
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After the system recovery is completed, you will see

the option button on the window, please click on
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System Restore
Use a restore point recorded on your PC to restore Windows.
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System Image Recovery
Recover Windows using a specific system image file.

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Fix problems that keep Windows from loading.

Command Prompt
Use the Command Prompt for advanced trobleshooting.
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UEFI Firmware Settings
Change settings in your PC’s UEFI firmware.

Startup Settings GR
Change Windows Startup behavior.

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Appendix
„„ Warranty & Service:
Warranty and service and related information please refer to the warranty card or service website as the
below link: http://www.aorus.com/
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„„ FAQ:
FAQ (Frequent Asked Questions) please refer to the below link:
http://www.aorus.com/

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