Contents

About this manual
- Conventions used in this manual
  - Icons
  - Typography
- Safety precautions
  - Using your Notebook PC
  - Caring for your Notebook PC
  - Proper disposal
  - Battery safety information
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
- Getting to know your Notebook PC
  - Top View
  - Bottom View
  - Right View
  - Left View
Chapter 2: Using your Notebook PC
- Getting started
  - Charge your Notebook PC
  - Lift to open the display panel
  - Press the power button
- Using the touchpad
- Using the keyboard
  - Function keys
  - Windows 10 keys
  - Using the numeric keypad
Chapter 3: Working with Windows 10
- Starting for the first time
- Start menu
- Windows apps
  - Working with Windows apps
  - Customizing Windows apps
- Task view
- Snap feature
  - Snap hotspots
- Action Center
- Other keyboard shortcuts
- Connecting to wireless networks
  - Wi-Fi
  - Bluetooth
  - Airplane mode
- Connecting to wired networks
  - Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection
  - Configuring a static IP network connection
- Turning your Notebook PC off
- Putting your Notebook PC to sleep
Chapter 4: Power-On Self-Test (POST)
- The Power-On Self-Test (POST)
  - Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot
- BIOS
  - Accessing BIOS
- Recovering your system
  - Performing a recovery option
Tips and FAQs
- Useful tips for your Notebook PC
- Hardware FAQs
- Software FAQs
Appendices
- DVD-ROM Drive Information
  - Blu-ray ROM Drive Information
  - Internal Modem Compliancy
  - Overview
  - Network Compatibility Declaration
  - Non-Voice Equipment
  - Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
  - FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement
  - Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
  - Dclaration de conformit de Innovation, Sciences et Dveloppement conomique Canada (ISED)
  - UL Safety Notices
  - Power Safety Requirement
  - TV Notices
  - Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
  - Prevention of Hearing Loss
  - Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)
  - CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)
  - Declaration of Compliance for Product Environmental Regulation
  - EU REACH and Article 33
  - EU RoHS
  - Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations
  - India RoHS
  - Vietnam RoHS
  - Regional notice for Singapore
  - Coating Notice
  - ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
  - Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America
  - Ecodesign Directive
  - EPEAT Registered Products
  - Notices for removable batteries
  - Avis concernant les batteries remplaables
  - Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity
  - Caution
  - Avertissement

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 User Manual

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ASUS TUF Gaming F15 Laptop Specification

The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 Laptop is designed for gaming enthusiasts seeking robust performance and durability. It is powered by Intel's 12th Gen Core i7 processor, offering significant improvements in speed and efficiency for demanding tasks and gaming scenarios. The laptop features an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, which delivers high-quality graphics rendering and supports ray tracing, enhancing the visual realism in games. The F15 is equipped with up to 16GB of DDR4 RAM, allowing for seamless multitasking and swift application launches, and offers storage options up to 1TB NVMe PCIe SSD, ensuring fast data access and reduced load times.

The laptop's display is a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS panel with a 144Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals and reducing motion blur during fast-paced gaming. The Adaptive-Sync technology synchronizes the refresh rate with the GPU’s frame rate, minimizing screen tearing and stuttering for a more immersive experience. Built with military-grade durability in mind, the TUF Gaming F15 meets MIL-STD-810H standards, ensuring resistance to harsh environmental conditions and physical stresses.

Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 for fast wireless communication, alongside a variety of ports such as USB Type-C, USB Type-A, HDMI 2.0, and an Ethernet port, facilitating versatile connectivity solutions. The laptop also features a backlit keyboard with RGB lighting, customizable through ASUS’s Aura Sync software, and enhanced cooling mechanisms that include multiple heat pipes and dual fans, ensuring optimal performance during extended gaming sessions. The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its blend of power, durability, and advanced features, is a compelling choice for gamers seeking reliable performance and a competitive edge.

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 Laptop F.A.Q.

How do I update the BIOS on my ASUS TUF Gaming F15 Laptop?

To update the BIOS, go to the ASUS support website, download the latest BIOS version for the TUF Gaming F15, and follow the instructions provided in the downloaded files. Ensure your laptop is plugged in during this process.

What should I do if my ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is overheating?

Ensure the laptop's vents are not blocked and clean any dust buildup with compressed air. Consider using a cooling pad and ensure that the laptop is on a hard, flat surface for proper ventilation.

How can I improve gaming performance on my ASUS TUF Gaming F15?

Update your graphics drivers to the latest version, adjust in-game settings to a lower resolution or quality, and close unnecessary background applications to free up system resources.

What is the best way to clean the keyboard on the ASUS TUF Gaming F15?

Turn off the laptop and unplug it. Use compressed air to blow out debris and a microfiber cloth lightly dampened with isopropyl alcohol to wipe the keys.

How do I perform a factory reset on my ASUS TUF Gaming F15?

Go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery. Under 'Reset this PC', click 'Get started' and choose whether to keep or remove your files before proceeding.

My ASUS TUF Gaming F15 battery is not charging. What should I check?

Check the power adapter and cable for damage, ensure the power outlet is working, and try resetting the battery by holding down the power button for 15 seconds with the laptop unplugged.

How can I upgrade the RAM on my ASUS TUF Gaming F15?

Turn off and unplug the laptop, remove the back panel, and carefully insert the new RAM module into the empty slot at a 45-degree angle. Reattach the back panel and power on the laptop.

What should I do if my ASUS TUF Gaming F15 screen flickers?

Update the graphics drivers, check the display refresh rate settings, and ensure that the display cable connections inside the laptop are secure.

Why is my ASUS TUF Gaming F15 running slow and how can I fix it?

Perform a full system scan for malware, uninstall unused programs, disable startup programs, and consider upgrading to an SSD if not already equipped.

How do I connect an external monitor to my ASUS TUF Gaming F15?

Connect the external monitor using an HDMI or DisplayPort cable, then press 'Windows + P' and select the desired display mode (e.g., duplicate or extend).