MSI GL75 Leopard 10SCSK User's Manual
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To enhance gaming performance, ensure that your graphics drivers are up to date. Use MSI Dragon Center to switch to the 'Extreme Performance' profile, and consider upgrading your RAM if it's below the recommended specifications for your games.
First, check if the cooling vents are blocked by dust and clean them if necessary. Use a cooling pad and ensure that your laptop is on a hard, flat surface for optimal airflow. Adjust fan settings using MSI Dragon Center for higher performance cooling.
To perform a factory reset, restart your laptop and press F3 when the MSI logo appears. Select 'Troubleshoot' > 'Reset this PC' and choose whether to keep your files or remove everything to restore to factory settings.
Check if the power adapter is properly connected and the battery is charged. Perform a hard reset by unplugging the power adapter, removing the battery (if possible), and holding the power button for 30 seconds. Reconnect the battery and power adapter, then try turning it on again.
Visit the MSI support website to download the latest BIOS update for your model. Follow the provided instructions carefully, which typically involve creating a bootable USB drive and running the update through the BIOS setup utility.
Use a microfiber cloth lightly dampened with a 70% isopropyl alcohol solution or a screen cleaning solution. Gently wipe the screen in circular motions, avoiding excessive pressure and ensuring the solution does not drip into the edges.
Use an HDMI or Mini DisplayPort cable to connect your laptop to the external monitor. Ensure the monitor is set to the correct input source. You can adjust display settings in Windows by pressing 'Windows + P' to select the preferred display mode.
Try enabling the backlight by pressing the function key (usually F9 or F10 with a backlight icon). If it doesn't work, reinstall the MSI SteelSeries Engine software to ensure the backlight controller is properly configured.
Power off the laptop and unplug all connections. Remove the back panel by unscrewing it. Locate the RAM slots and carefully insert the new RAM modules, ensuring they are firmly seated. Reattach the back panel and power on the laptop to verify the upgrade.
Check for malware using a reliable antivirus program. Disable unnecessary startup programs via Task Manager. Ensure you have sufficient free disk space and consider an SSD upgrade if using an HDD. Regularly update your operating system and drivers.