Razer Blade 14 Master Guide

1. What's Inside

The Razer Blade 14 (Nvidia GPU Model: RZ09-0370, AMD GPU Model: RZ09-0391) is the primary component. The package also includes:

• Power adapter + regional power cord
• Micro-fiber cleaning cloth
• Important Product Information Guide

Laptop Features:

• ? Array microphone (A)
• ?️ Infrared sensor (B)
• ? Built-in webcam (C)
• ? Webcam indicator light (D)
• ?️ 14" Display (E)
• ? Power button (F)
• ? Speakers powered by THX® Spatial Audio (G)
• ⌨️ Per-key RGB powered by Razer Chroma™ N-key rollover backlit keyboard (H)
• ?️ Precision glass touchpad (I)
• ? Power indicator (J)

Ports:

• USB Type-C ports (K)
• USB Type-A ports (L)
• HDMI 2.1 port (M)
• Lock slot (N)
• Power port (O)
• 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo port (P)

2. Let's Get You Covered

Your Razer Blade 14 comes with a 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty and a 1-year limited battery warranty. Maximize your laptop's potential and access exclusive Razer benefits by registering at razerid.razer.com.

Your product's serial number can be found on the bottom of the laptop.

For questions, contact the Razer Support Team at support.razer.com.

*Warranty may vary by region and is subject to applicable local law.

3. Setting Up Your Laptop

1. Connect the power adapter to a power outlet and then to any of the power ports on your Razer Blade 14. Use the appropriate power cord for your region. For first-time use, please fully charge your Razer Blade 14 or connect it to a power outlet before turning it on. It takes at least 2 hours to fully charge.
2. Power on your Razer Blade 14. The power indicator will show the status of your laptop:
   • Sleep: [Sleep icon]
   • On: [On icon]
   • Low battery (10% left): [Red low battery icon]
   • Low battery (3% left): [Flashing red low battery icon]
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Windows 10 setup. It is recommended to connect your laptop to a wireless network with an active internet connection.

4. Installing Drivers

Razer Synapse allows you to download drivers and firmware updates for your Razer Blade 14 and other supported Razer peripherals. It also enables customization of advanced settings and lighting effects. Custom settings are stored in the cloud for access from any computer.

To install drivers:

1. Ensure your laptop has an active internet connection.
2. By default, Razer Synapse starts automatically upon entering Windows 10. Sign up for a Razer ID or log in with an existing account.
   You may also continue as a guest; however, you won't be able to store any of your settings to the cloud.
3. Wait until Razer Synapse automatically downloads and installs the necessary drivers.

5. Using Your Razer Blade 14

Keyboard Features

Pressing the "fn" key in combination with the function keys activates their secondary functions.

6. Configuring Your Razer Blade 14

Disclaimer: Internet connection is required for installation, updates, and cloud-based features. Registering for a Razer ID account is recommended but optional. Features are subject to change based on software version and connected devices.

Synapse Tab

The Synapse tab is your default tab when you first launch Razer Synapse. The Dashboard subtab provides an overview of your Razer Synapse, allowing access to devices, modules, and online services.

Modules

The Modules subtab displays installed and available modules for installation:

• Chroma Connect: Control center for Chroma-enabled apps and third-party hardware. Sync RGB devices with Razer Chroma.
• Chroma Studio: Create synchronized lighting effects across devices. Manage Chroma-enabled games and programs.
• Chroma Visualizer: Sync Chroma devices with media for an immersive listening experience.
• Hue: Sync Razer Chroma devices with your Philips Hue bridge.
• Macro: Create and execute complex button press sequences.
• Nanoleaf: Configure Nanoleaf light panels and synchronize with Razer Synapse.

Global Shortcuts

Bind operations or Razer Synapse functions to custom key combinations from any Synapse-enabled device inputs. These apply across all device profiles.

Only Razer Synapse-enabled device inputs will be recognized.

System Tab

The System tab allows customization of device profiles, key assignments, gaming mode settings, trackpad options, lighting, and power saving features.

Customize

Modify device key assignments, primary function key option, and gaming mode settings. Options include disabling keys like the Windows key, Alt+Tab, and Alt+F4 when Gaming Mode is active.

Profile

Profiles store your Razer device settings. They can be added, renamed, duplicated, or deleted using the miscellaneous button (⚫⚫⚫).

Gaming Mode

Customize which keys to disable when Gaming Mode is activated.

Hypershift

Hypershift mode provides a secondary set of key assignments activated when the Hypershift key is held down. The Fn key is the default Hypershift key.

Function Key Primary

Switch between primary and secondary key functions. Primary keys activate with a single press; secondary keys require the Fn key.

Trackpad Properties

Adjust scroll behavior, touchpad delay, edit gestures, and access cursor pointing options.

Sidebar

Clicking the Sidebar button (☰) reveals current key assignments.

Key Assignment Functions

When selecting a key assignment, you can change it to one of the following functions:

• Default: Returns the key to its original setting.
• Keyboard Function: Assigns a keyboard function. Turbo mode emulates repeated presses.
• Mouse Function: Assigns a mouse function. Turbo mode emulates repeated presses.
• Macro: Executes prerecorded sequences of keystrokes and button presses. Requires the Macro module.
• Inter-device: Changes the functionality of other Razer Synapse-enabled devices (e.g., adjusting mouse sensitivity).
• Switch Profile: Quickly change profiles and load new key assignments.
• Switch Lighting: Easily switch between lighting effects (requires Chroma Studio).
• Razer Hypershift: Activates Hypershift mode while the key is held down.
• Launch Program: Opens an app or website using the assigned key.
• Multimedia: Assigns multimedia controls to your Razer device.
• Windows Shortcuts: Assigns a key as a Windows Operating System shortcut command. For more information, visit support.microsoft.com/kb/126449.
• Text Function: Types predefined text with a touch of a key, supporting Unicode and special characters.
• Disable: Renders the assigned key unusable.

Lighting

The Lighting subtab allows modification of your Razer device's light settings.

System Lighting

Customize brightness when plugged in and/or on battery. You can turn off lighting or adjust luminance with a slider. The Link option applies a single brightness setting.

Switch Off Lighting

This power-saving tool disables device lighting in response to the system's display turning off, idle time, or when the device's battery level falls below a set percentage.

Quick Effects

A variety of quick effects can be applied to your device's lighting:

Advanced Effects: Choose custom Chroma Effects via the Chroma Studio button (??).

Performance

The Performance subtab optimizes system power usage and screen image smoothness.

Performance Modes

Select modes that adjust system performance, fan speed, and power usage for different tasks.

Screen Refresh Rate

Determines how many times per second an image is updated on the screen; a higher value results in smoother motion.

Color Profile

The laptop is calibrated for accurate colors. Settings can be adjusted using ICC or ICM files.

Profiles Tab

The Profiles tab manages profiles and links them to games and applications.

Devices

View games linked to each device's profiles or Chroma Effects.

Linked Games

Add games, view linked devices, and search for games. Profiles can be set to automatically activate when a linked application runs.

Settings Window

Accessible via the (⚙️) button, the Settings window configures startup behavior, display language, and allows viewing master guides or performing factory resets.

General Tab

Change software display language, startup behavior, theme, and on-screen notifications. Manually sync profiles to the cloud.

Reset Tab

Perform a factory reset on a connected Razer device or Razer Synapse tutorials. ⚠️ By resetting a Razer device, all profiles on the selected device and its on-board memory (if present) will be erased.

About Tab

Displays software information, copyright statements, terms of use, and links for software updates and Razer's social communities.

7. Safety and Maintenance

Safety Guidelines

1. If you encounter operating issues, unplug the device and contact Razer support at support.razer.com.
2. Do not disassemble the device, as this may void your warranty. Avoid operating under abnormal current loads.
3. Keep the device away from liquid, humidity, or moisture. Operate within the temperature range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F). Unplug or switch off the device if the temperature exceeds this range.

Comfort

To avoid injury and ensure optimum comfort, follow these guidelines:

1. Position your laptop directly in front of you. Place an external mouse next to the laptop, keep elbows at your side, and mouse within easy reach.
2. Adjust chair and table height so the laptop is at or below elbow height.
3. Keep feet supported, posture straight, and shoulders relaxed.
4. During gameplay, keep wrists relaxed and straight. Avoid prolonged bending, extending, or twisting of hands.
5. Do not rest wrists on hard surfaces for long periods. Use a wrist rest when gaming with an external mouse.
6. Avoid sitting in the same position all day. Get up, step away, and do exercises to stretch arms, shoulders, neck, and legs.
7. If you experience discomfort (pain, numbness, tingling), consult a qualified medical doctor immediately.

Battery Warning

The Razer Blade 14 contains an internal, lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Battery life expectancy depends on usage. If you suspect the battery is drained, try charging it. If it does not recharge, it may be non-operational.

⚠️ Do not open, mutilate, or expose to conducting materials (metal), moisture, liquid, fire, or heat. Doing so may cause the battery to leak or explode, resulting in personal injury. Do not use or charge the battery if leaking, discolored, or deformed. Do not leave the rechargeable battery discharged or unused for extended periods. If not using the battery for more than 30 days, store it in a fully charged state. Do not tamper with the battery. Dispose of the used battery according to local regulations.

8. Legalese

Copyright and Intellectual Property Information

©2021 Razer Inc. All rights reserved. Razer, the triple-headed snake logo, Razer logo, "For Gamers. By Gamers.", and "Razer Chroma" logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Razer Inc. and/or affiliated companies. Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks of Microsoft. THX® and the THX® Logo are property of THX® Ltd. Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation. HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

Razer Inc. may hold copyright, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, or other intellectual property rights concerning this Master Guide. This guide does not grant a license to any of these rights. The Razer Blade 14 may differ from pictures; Razer assumes no responsibility for such differences or errors.

Limited Product Warranty

For the latest and current terms of the Limited Product Warranty, please visit razer.com/warranty.

Limitation of Liability

Razer shall not be liable for any lost profits, loss of information or data, incidental, indirect, punitive, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the Product. Razer's liability shall not exceed the retail purchase price of the Product.

General Terms

These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where the Product was purchased. If any term is invalid or unenforceable, it shall be excluded without invalidating the remaining terms. Razer reserves the right to amend terms without notice.

FCC Declaration of Conformance

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules for a Class B digital device, designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. It generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If interference occurs, users are encouraged to take measures such as reorienting the receiving antenna, increasing separation between equipment and receiver, connecting to a different circuit, or consulting a dealer or technician. For more information, refer to the online help system on razer.com.

FCC Caution Statement

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, subject to two conditions: it may not cause harmful interference, and it must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Important Notes

• FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: Complies with FCC limits for uncontrolled environments. Users must follow operating instructions for RF exposure compliance. The transmitter must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna or transmitter.
• Usage Restrictions: Designed to comply with wireless and telecom agency requirements worldwide, ensuring no harm to Public Switching Telecommunication Networks (PSTN) and adhering to spectrum allocations. Compliant with Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) limits.
• Important Notice for Use in Healthcare Environments: This device is not a medical device and should be kept at a distance to avoid harmful effects to patients or medical equipment.
• Aviation Usage Restrictions: Certain restrictions apply when on-board an aircraft. Understand these restrictions for flight safety and security.