MSI Raider 18 HX is a high-performing laptop packed with features that are designed for gamers and creators. This guide will help you explore essential functionalities such as security measures, keyboard customization, performance tweaks and more, so you can make the most of this device.
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Hidden Features In Ports of MSI Raider 18
As discussed earlier in MSI Raider 18 HX review, we have already explained about ports distribution and there are some features that are known but never utilized for the reason they are actually made up of:
1. Charging By Thunderbold 4
Raider 18 includes three I/O ports and an audio jack where one Thunderbolt 4 PD 3.1 port supports charging up to 140W by allowing you to charge while connecting high-speed devices.
2. Kensington Lock Slot
On left side of this MSI laptop, you will see a lock which is usually neglected by many of users but don’t worry. Here is the use case that will make you understand importance of Kensington Lock.
How to use Kensington Lock
It is a small lock on the laptop chassis which is used to connect the Kensington cable lock into the slot, then wrap the cable around a secure, stationary object (like a table leg). Once locked, it prevents the laptop from being moved or stolen.
Where To Buy Kensington Lock
This lock is available at most electronics shop or at online stores like Amazon. Many techie techs use these locks with security cables and cable anchors for added protection by making it a trusted solution for physical security.
3. Disabling Shipping Mode:
A dedicated DC input allows you to turn on the laptop for the first time and disengage MSI’s shipping mode.
4. Enhanced Privacy with Webcam Shutter
A practical feature for privacy-conscious users, the webcam shutter blocks the camera when not in use, providing peace of mind against unauthorized access. Most of the times, hacker can breach your security and capture scenes from your laptop and can utilize it for illegal works.
Power and Graphics Indicator Lights
Talking about some lights indications in MSI Laptops but this time MSI Raider 18 HX, when you press power button, you will observe some led light indications which tells some interesting facts about Graphics Card:
Customizing the RGB Keyboard and Lights
MSI Raider 18 HX A14V comes with a per-key RGB keyboard and this time you get 65% enlargement in keys by SteelSeries that let you fully customize ligthing up to 16 million colors option. Here is how you can do it:
Apart from customizations in Keyboard, there are function keys that are present in every laptop but wait! What’s new in these F1-F12 function keys? Basically MSI Raider 18 HX provides you some extra functionalities that can be accessed by pressing Fn+Esc, that will enable secondary functionalities of F1-F12 Keys.
Note: By Default Function keys are in standard mode and LED light on ESC key is off, but when you press Fn+Esc, then you can change the mode of function keys.
Useful SteelSeries Keyboard Shortcuts
Enhance your laptop experience with these shortcuts:
Enhance Security with Fingerprint Scanner
Fingerprint scanner provides you a very fast and secure login along with payment authentication system by adding a layer of security and convenience to your experience. To setup fingerprint recognition, you have to follow below steps:
Optimizing Performance with MSI Center and GPU Profiles
MSI Center enables easy access to manage performance profiles and GPU settings. Here is how you can optimize your MSI Raider 18 HX Laptop performance:
- Performance Profiles: Choose between profiles to balance battery life and power. Use Discrete Mode to activate the NVIDIA RTX 4090 directly, bypassing the integrated GPU and enhancing efficiency with the MUX switch.
- Integrated Mode: Best for general tasks, this saves battery by using the integrated GPU.
- User Scenarios Tab: Manually or automatically switch profiles for optimal performance based on your current activity.
Maximizing Power with Overclocking and MSI OverBoost
For those who want to push their MSI Raider 18 HX to the limit, MSI OverBoost Ultra Technology can help firstly by Power Distribution which have the feature of distributing 250W across CPU and GPU (175W to GDiscrete GPU and 75W to CPU).
Ray Tracing and DLSS 3.5
With the NVIDIA RTX 4090, you can enjoy superior graphics quality with ray tracing and DLSS 3.5 by offering high frame rates in demanding games and this all can be configured directly from MSI Center which is a very handy tool for overclocking.
Exploring MSI AI Artist and AI Engine
Already too many features and one more? In era of Artificial Intelligence, how MSI can sit behind so they have integrated built-in AI Image Generation just like Google’s Imagen 3 named MSI AI Artist through which you are now free from brainstorming fatigue.
Concluding Our Comprehensive Guide
You must be amazed with what hidden features you can get after purchasing MSI Raider 18 MX Laptop series, although tradional MSI users may have used these earlier but the package that Raider 18 is bringing to you is exceptional. So either you from gaming to creative work and productivity, you can leverage its maximum potential. So stay tuned for more exciting tips and guidelines related to gadgets, only on HashTechWave.
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