Huawei DRC-W38 User manual
User Guide
Contents
Get to know your computer
Appearance 1
Charging the computer 2
Start the computer
Powering on and o the computer 4
Protecting the screen 4
Highlighted features 4
2-in-1 Keyboard
Installing and using the keyboard 5
Keyboard 5
Touchpad 6
HUAWEI M-Pencil (2nd generation)
Information about the stylus 9
Pairing and charging 9
Changing the stylus tip 10
Accessories and extensions
MateDock (optional) 11
Connect to a TV, monitor, or projector 12
Connect to a USB mouse, printer, or other devices 14
Bluetooth mouse (optional) 14
Safety information
Personal Information and Data Security
Legal Notice
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Get to know your computer
Appearance
Keyboard layout varies by country or region. Actual product may dier.
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1 Volume button
Adjusts the volume.
2 Microphone x 4 *
Better at picking up sound and voices when used in conjunction with audio
processing apps.
Two microphones are located in the air outlet.
3 Front camera
Can be used to take photos or make video chats.
4 Fingerprint power button
After enrolling a ngerprint, simply press the power button with the enrolled nger
to power on and unlock the computer without having to enter a password.
5 Headset jack
Connects to a headset.
6 2-in-1 keyboard port
Connects to a keyboard cover.
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7ThunderboltTM 4 port
•Connects to Thunderbolt external storage devices for faster data transfers.
•Connects the power adapter to charge the computer.
•Connects external displays such as monitors and projectors via a docking station.
8 Rear camera
Can be used to take photos or make video chats.
9 Flashlight
Supplements light for the camera when the ambient light is insucient.
Charging the computer
The computer will display a prompt when the battery is running low. If you see this prompt,
charge your computer as soon as possible or it will aect your normal use.
Charging the computer with a power adapter
The computer features a non-removable rechargeable battery. Connect the standard power
adapter and charging cable to charge the computer. The battery charges more quickly when
the computer is powered o or in Sleep mode.
Safety information
•Charge the computer at room temperature in a well-ventilated, shaded area. Charging the
computer in hot environments may damage the internal components.
•Charging duration may vary based on the ambient temperature and battery use.
•It is normal for the computer to become warm after prolonged use or charging. If it
becomes hot to the touch, disable non-essential features and disconnect the charger.
•The battery is subject to wear over time. If the computer's standby time appears to have
fallen, do not attempt to replace the battery by yourself. Instead, take the computer and
proof of purchase to an authorized Huawei Customer Service Center for assistance.
Battery status
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The battery status is indicated by the battery icon in the taskbar.
: Indicates that the charger is connected. Click to view the estimated charging time.
: Indicates that the charger is not connected. Click to view the battery percentage
and battery time.
The charging time and remaining battery life displayed are estimated by the operating
system. The actual time may vary.
Only some models come with the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard (compatible with HUAWEI
MateBook E). This keyboard has a USB-C port, which can be used to charge the
computer. The actual keyboard shall prevail.
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Start the computer
Powering on and o the computer
When you are powering on the computer for the rst time, you must connect the computer
to a power adapter. The computer will then automatically power on.
When you power on the computer again, press and hold the Power button until the backlight
of the connected keyboard turns on.
If a keyboard isn't connected to the computer, press the Power button to power on the
computer.
When the computer is being used normally, go to > to enable sleep mode, power
the computer o, or restart it.
To forcibly power o the computer, press and hold the Power button for more than 10
seconds. Note that this will result in the loss of any unsaved data. Exercise caution when
performing this operation.
Protecting the screen
The HUAWEI MateBook E comes with an AMOLED screen. To protect the screen and
maintain the battery life, it is recommended that you do not set the screen to never turn o.
Highlighted features
Click at the bottom of the desktop to open HUAWEI PC Manager and click Tips to get
more features such as Huawei Share.
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2-in-1 Keyboard
Installing and using the keyboard
Before installation, place the keyboard on a stable surface, as shown in the following gure.
Hold both sides of the computer with your hands and align the 2-in-1 keyboard port on the
computer with the port on the keyboard's notch. The computer and keyboard will then
automatically connect magnetically.
•Only some product models come with the keyboard.
•The hinge on the keyboard can only be turned outwards. Forcibly turning the hinge
inwards may damage the keyboard.
•The following gures use the HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard (compatible with
HUAWEI MateBook E) as an example. The support angle of the keyboard is dierent
from that of the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard (compatible with HUAWEI MateBook E). The
actual support angle shall prevail.
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Keyboard
Keyboard layout varies by country or region. Actual product may dier.
Functions of shortcut keys
You can use F1, F2, and the other function keys (used as hotkeys by default) to perform
multiple functions.
Reduce the screen brightness.
Increase the screen brightness.
Enable or disable the keyboard backlight, and adjust the keyboard
backlight brightness.
If there is no on the key, it indicates that the backlight is
not supported.
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Mute or unmute.
Reduce the volume.
Increase the volume.
Lock the screen (equivalent to pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del).
Switch the screen projection mode.
Enable or disable the wireless network.
Enable HUAWEI PC Manager.
Launch the dictation feature provided by the system, which is the
same as by pressing the Windows key and H.
Switch between shortcut keys and function keys
Once function keys are enabled, keys such as F1 and F2 have dierent functions when used
with dierent software.
You can use the F keys as function keys in the following ways:
•Press the Fn key until its indicator turns on. Keys such as F1 and F2 will then work as
function keys. To use the keys as shortcut keys (hotkeys), press the Fn key again to turn o
its indicator. The keys will then work as shortcut keys (hotkeys).
•Open HUAWEI PC Manager, go to Settings > System settings, and select Function key
priority. Keys such as F1 and F2 will then work as function keys by default. To give priority
to shortcut keys on the keyboard, select Hotkey priority instead.
Touchpad
The touchpad provides similar functionality to a mouse and is a convenient way to control
the computer.
Not all gestures are available in all apps.
Common touchpad gestures
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Tap with one nger: Left-click.
Tap twice with one nger: Double-click.
Slide with one nger: Move the cursor.
Press the left touchpad button: Left-click.
Press the right touchpad button: Right-click.
Tap with two ngers: Right-click.
Slide up or down with two ngers: Scroll up or down.
Pinch in or stretch out with two ngers: Zoom in or out.
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Tap with three ngers: Open search.
Slide up with three ngers: See all open windows.
Slide down with three ngers: Show the desktop.
Slide left or right with three ngers: Switch between open
windows.
Tap with four ngers: Open notication center and calendar.
Modify touchpad settings
You can modify touchpad settings to suit your own preferences.
1Click > to open Settings.
2On the Settings screen, click , then click to:
•Enable or disable the touchpad.
•Automatically enable or disable the touchpad when a mouse is connected.
•Change the touchpad scroll direction.
•Congure touchpad gestures.
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