Eluktronics MECH-17, User Manual

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Page 2: ...d the Sound Blaster logo are trademarks of Creative LTD in the U S and or other countries Eluktronics and the Eluktronics logo are trademarks of ELUKTRONICS INC in the U S and or other countries THE MANUFACTURER OR RESELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS ...

Page 3: ...e History 12 Getting to know the basics 13 2 1 Product Specification 14 2 2 Preparing your Computer 18 2 3 Product Overview 19 Getting started 28 3 1 AC Adapter 29 3 2 Knowing the Keyboard 30 3 2 1 For keyboard users 31 3 3 Using the touchpad clickpad 34 BIOS setup 35 1 3 Important Warranty Void Notice 11 ...

Page 4: ...bout BIOS Setup 36 4 1 1 When to Use BIOS Setup 36 4 1 2 How to Run BIOS Setup 36 4 2 BIOS Setup Menu 37 4 2 1 Main Menu 38 4 2 2 Advanced Menu 40 4 2 3 Security Menu 42 4 2 4 Boot Menu 44 4 2 5 Exit Menu 45 ...

Page 5: ...Notebook Manual 5 Chapter 1 Preface ...

Page 6: ...014 53 EU SAR DAS refers to the rate at which the body absorbs RF energy The SAR limit set by the ICNIRP Guidelines is 2 0 W kg 10g Testing for SAR is conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the EN standard During testing the radio is set to its highest transmission levels and placed in positions that simulate use against the body This product is compliant with ICNIRP Guidelines w...

Page 7: ...e one s hearing In order to reduce the risk of damage to hearing one should lower the volume to a safe comfortable level and reduce the amount of time listening at high levels Headsets should comply with EN 50332 2 requirements Rechargeable Battery Notice Do not 1 Throw into fire or a hot oven or mechanically crush or cutting of a BATTERY 2 Throw or immerse into water 3 Heat to more than 60 C 4 Re...

Page 8: ...r antee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment...

Page 9: ...s a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1 6 W kg Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the EUT transmitting at the specified power level in different channels The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this device with all re ported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the F...

Page 10: ... located at the base of the computer Never cover your computer or AC adapter with any object To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from direct sunlight Do NOT expose to or use near liquid rain or moisture It is highly recommended to use a surge protector especially during a storm Do not use or expose this device around magnetic fields as magnetic interference ma...

Page 11: ...our MECH 17 However modifying your thermals is NOT worth the serious risk of voiding your warranty or more importantly damaging your PC It is important to understand a motherboard on a laptop is not the same as a desktop motherboard The processor and graphics card are both soldered on to the board and a replacement would be extremely costly if damage were to occur If you believe the system is not ...

Page 12: ...Notebook Manual 12 1 4 Release History 1 0 06 2022 Version Date Revision Initial release ...

Page 13: ...Notebook Manual 13 Chapter 2 Getting to know the basics ...

Page 14: ...the customer Please read this manual carefully before using this notebook CPU Support Processor AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX Memory RAM DDR5 4800MHz Physical Characteristic Dimension LCD Display 17 0 Narrow 16 10 WQXGA 2560 1600 383 5 272 35 27 35mm 2 5kg 5 GPU Supported Processor NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Max P NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Max P NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Max P ...

Page 15: ...74CG AMP Realtek ALC1308 CGT Azalia standard support D3 mode support AMP support RJ45 USB Type A Right side x2 USB 3 1 Gen1 X2 Power off mode support USB power but w o bc1 2 protocol USB Type A Left side x1 USB 3 1 Gen2 X1 Power off mode support USB power but w o bc1 2 protocol USB Type C x1 Rear side x1 TBT4 only w 5V 3A output x 1 x 1 HDMI 2 1 x 2 x 1 USB3 interface SD SDHC SDXC UHS I speed ...

Page 16: ...Infrared capability for facial recognition camera FHD IR hybrid webcam D MIC 2 Webcam Input Keyboard Pointing Device TDB5299 Outline 154 100 0 6 mm AA 150 94 6 mm Glass Enable Disable area 10mmx10mm Palm Rejection Supported Controller change to PCT3854 support Windows update Mechanical KB 340 109 2 6 0mm per key RGB Backlight support ...

Page 17: ...16 9A 3 Pins CAUTION Attempting to use a lower wattage adapter will cause damage to the system and will not be protected under warranty The respective wattage for this model varies by processor and graphics card Please contact Eluktronics technical support for assistance if you are unable to determine the wattage or part needed should you seek a replacement or additional adapter ...

Page 18: ... Preparing your Computer Connect the AC adapter s DC output plug to the DC IN jack A B The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing C Press the power button to turn on your notebook computer ...

Page 19: ...Notebook Manual 19 Top Open View 2 3 Product Overview Please become familiar with each component before you operate the computer 5 6 7 8 10 9 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 20: ...e user to unlock notebook conduct payment and other security functions Microphone Built in dual microphones LCD screen Internal display of your notebook computer Caps Lock Status LED Default ON White Beast Enthusiast Office Mode Switch mode indicator indicator Office Mode LED Off Enthusiast Mode White Faint Light Beast Mode White Bright Light TIP The power button should be pressed for 2 3 seconds ...

Page 21: ...ttery Low Amber Blinking light Charging Amber Keyboard The mechanical keyboard provides keys with comfortable travel Touchpad LED indicator Touchpad switch Ability to disable the entire touchpad or half the touchpad depending on your requirement Please refer to 3 3 Using the touchpad clickpad instructions Touchpad Click pad Touch sensitive pointing device which functions like the mouse ...

Page 22: ...USB Port Connects a USB device such as USB flash drive keyboard or mouse into this port With charging function USB Port Connects a USB device such as USB flash drive keyboard or mouse into this port With charging function Vents The thermal vents are designed to cool the internal components and avoid overheating 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 23: ...ck Port To be secured using Kensington Lock Port security products USB Port Connects a USB device such as USB flash drive keyboard or mouse into this port With charging function Mic In Jack Connects amplified speakers headphones or microphone into this jack Audio Out Jack Connects amplified speakers headphones or microphone into this jack 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 24: ...Notebook Manual 24 Bottom Side View 1 2 Vents The thermal vents are designed to cool the internal components and avoid overheating Speakers Listen to some tunes 1 2 2 ...

Page 25: ...Notebook Manual 25 Compartment View BATTERY RAM RAM SSD SSD option If you have any questions regarding upgrading parts such as memory or storage please contact Eluktronics customer support ...

Page 26: ... designed to cool the internal components and avoid overheating LPP Cooling Connector Heads If you have purchased the optional Eluktronics Liquid Propulsion Package LPP please refer to it s own instructions available at Eluktronics com How To LPP Open the rubber cover 1 7 3 4 5 6 2 ...

Page 27: ...arging of the PC Operates via the internal GPU for external monitor functionality HDMI port Connected to the screen or home theater system Network Jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN Power Connector Connects the AC adapter into this connector Light Bar Smart lighting color control of Light Bar ...

Page 28: ...Notebook Manual 28 Chapter 3 Getting started ...

Page 29: ...ted under warranty Eluktronics does offer additional adapters for sale if needed CAUTION The use of inferior extension cords may result in damage to your notebook Your notebook comes with its own authorized AC adapter Use of a different AC adapter or cable extension which is not authorized for use will void warranty protection if damage to hardware is found in association to said adapter or extens...

Page 30: ...ook Manual 30 3 2 Knowing the Keyboard The following defines the hot keys on the Keyboard The commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a command ...

Page 31: ...iption Keypad RADIO On Off Press this key combination Fn F4 to turn all radios on or off Display mode Press this key combination Fn F3 to enable Display Mode Touch pad On Off Press this key combination Fn F5 to On Off Touch pad mode Suspend Press this key combination Fn F1 to enter sleep mode Windows Lock On Press this key combination Fn F2 to turn Windows Lock On ...

Page 32: ... display Volume down Press this key combination Fn F9 to enter Volume down mode MUTE Press this key combination Fn F8 to enter MUTE mode Brightness down Press this key combination Fn F11 to decrease brightness of LCD display Keyboard Brightness down Press this key combination Fn F6 to decrease brightness of Keyboard Keyboard Brightness up Press this key combination Fn F7 to increase brightness of ...

Page 33: ...tebook Manual 33 Search Charm Optional For a full list of Windows keyboard shortcuts please visit the Microsoft official website https support microsoft com en us Function Description Keypad Function Keys ...

Page 34: ...below the touchpad as left and right mouse buttons Press the left 1 and right 2 buttons located on the edge of the touchpad clickpad to make selections and run functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad clickpad produces similar results Tap left corner twice to enable or disable complete touchpad functionality 1 2 1 2 Tap the right corn...

Page 35: ...Notebook Manual 35 Chapter 4 BIOS setup ...

Page 36: ...on the notebook and press the Del key or F2 during the POST procedure If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup either restart the system by turning it OFF and ON or simultaneously pressing Ctrl Alt Del keys to restart Please keep in mind the screenshots and setting options in this chapter are for reference only The actual setting screens and options on your no...

Page 37: ... menus Main Menu Indicates system overview about memory size and setting of system time and date Advanced Menu To select the XD feature enable or disable XD feature only work with platform Windows Security Menu Install or clear the password settings for supervisor and user Boot Menu Configure settings during system boot EXIT Menu Save or discard the changes before leaving the BIOS Setup Menu ...

Page 38: ...h is designed to maintain your system clock It is designed to maintain time even when the PC is powered down or in sleep mode The time format is hour minute second Use or to configure system Time System Date This item allows you to set the system date The date format is day month date year Use ENTER TAB or SHIFT TAB to select a field ...

Page 39: ...m Sun to Sat which is determined by BIOS read only Month Month The month from 01 January to 12 December Date Date The date from 01 to 31 Year Year The year can be adjusted by users Total Memory This allows you to see the total amount of memory ...

Page 40: ...Notebook Manual 40 4 2 2 Advanced Menu Operating system support UFEI OS If will support UEFI mode compaatible operating systrems NVME Device AHCI NVME SSD info will be displayed ...

Page 41: ...Illustrates the NVMe Device info Operating Mode Operating Mode includes the Fan Speed and CPU power level setting to optimize overall performance and heat dissipation Display Mode Select the System Display Mode MSHybrid or dGPU only ...

Page 42: ... Menu Type a maximum of 20 digit password and press Enter The password typed now will replace any previously set password from CMOS memory You may also press ESC to abandon new password setting It is extremely important to keep record for any BIOS password which is set as it can not be reset even with the removal of a CMOS battery for the security of your PC ...

Page 43: ... make any change The Password Check item is used to specify the type of BIOS password protection that is implemented To clear a set Administrator Password User Password just press Enter under Change Administrator Password Change User Password field when you are prompted to enter the password A message box will pop up confirming password will be disabled Once the password is disabled the system wil...

Page 44: ...s during System Boot Set Boot Priority 1st 2nd 3rd Boot Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu Hard Disk Drive USB Hard Disk Drive Specifies the boot device priority sequence ...

Page 45: ...t system setup without saving any changes ESC key can be used for this operation Restore Defaults Restore Load Defaults values for all the setup options F3 key can be used for this operation Congratulations you did it If you were a page turner and just came across this last sentence for shame Now get back up there and read the most compelling user manual of your life ...