ASUS ROG Ally X: Step-by-Step Windows 11 & Armoury Crate SE Setup Guide

Initial Windows 11 Setup

• 🌍 Select your country/region and confirm.
• ⌨️ Choose your primary keyboard layout and confirm; tap 'Add layout' if a second is needed.
• 📶 Connect to your Wi-Fi network, ensuring 'Connect automatically' is checked if desired, then enter the password.
• ⚙️ For easier input, access keyboard settings via the gear icon and select 'traditional' layout.

Windows Updates and Account Configuration

• ⏳ Allow Windows to check for and download necessary updates, which may take a significant amount of time; plug in the charging cable.
• 📜 Read and accept the Microsoft license agreement to proceed.
• 👤 Sign in with your Microsoft account (email/phone number) and verify if prompted.
• 🔑 Create a PIN code for quick access, or opt to set up fingerprint later.
• 🔒 Review and adjust privacy settings, such as location and diagnostic data, choosing what to enable or disable.
• 💻 Select 'Set up as a new PC' to avoid restoring from a backup.

Installing Armoury Crate SE

• 🌐 If Armoury Crate SE is not pre-installed, open a web browser and search for it on the official ASUS support website.
• ⬇️ Download the Armoury Crate and Aura Creator installer tool (a zip file).
• 📂 Extract the contents of the zip file to a desired location.
• ▶️ Run the ArmouryCrateInstaller.exe and follow the prompts to install the application.

Armoury Crate SE Configuration and Updates

• ✨ Upon installation, confirm age requirements and choose your preferred theme (dark, light, or system-aligned).
• 🛠️ Navigate to the Update Center within Armoury Crate SE to download and install essential drivers and application updates.
• 🔄 Enable 'Automatic essential update' and ensure all component updates are installed; a restart will likely be required.
• 🎮 Launch Armoury Crate SE using the Xbox button to access the Game Bar and Control Center.
• ⚡ Configure power modes and control modes (gamepad, desktop, auto) to optimize performance.
• 📊 Enable the 'Real-time monitor' to track device performance and adjust settings like FPS limiter and resolution.

Final Windows Updates

• 🔍 Go to Windows Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
• 🗄️ Check for and install any optional updates, particularly driver updates from AMD, to ensure your system is fully optimized.
• 🚀 Perform a final restart after installing all updates.