ASUS BM1645, BM1845, MD250 User Manual

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ASUS Desktop PC

BM1845, BM1645/MD250

User Manual

BM1845

BM1645/MD250

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Second Edition

October 2012

Contents

Notices .......................................................................................................... 5

Safety information .......................................................................................... 8

Conventions used in this guide ...................................................................... 9

Where to nd more information ..................................................................... 9

Package contents ........................................................................................ 10

Chapter 1 Getting started

Welcome! ......................................................................................................11

Getting to know your computer .....................................................................11

Setting up your computer ............................................................................. 17

Turning your computer ON/OFF .................................................................. 19

Chapter 2 Using Windows

Starting for the rst time ............................................................................... 21

Using Windows

7 desktop .......................................................................... 22

Managing your les and folders ................................................................... 24

Restoring your system settings .................................................................... 26

Protecting your computer ............................................................................. 27

Getting Windows

Help and Support ........................................................... 28

Chapter 3 Using Windows

Starting for the rst time ............................................................................... 29

Using the Windows

UI ................................................................................ 30

Working with Windows

apps ...................................................................... 33

Other keyboard shortcuts ............................................................................ 38

Turning your Desktop PC OFF .................................................................... 39

Putting your Desktop PC to sleep ................................................................ 39

Entering the BIOS Setup ............................................................................. 40

Chapter 4 Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device ............................................................... 41

Connecting microphone and speakers ........................................................ 43

Chapter 5 Using your computer

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC.............................................. 47

Using the optical drive (on selected models only) ....................................... 48

Conguring the USB ports using the BIOS .................................................. 49

Contents

Conguring the HDD security setting using the BIOS ................................. 50

Chapter 6 Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection ......................................................................................... 51

Chapter 7 Using the utilities

ASUS AI Suite II ........................................................................................... 59

ASUS WebStorage ...................................................................................... 66

ASUS Smart Cooling System (optional) ...................................................... 78

Recovering your system .............................................................................. 80

ASUS Easy Update ..................................................................................... 83

ASUS Secure Delete ................................................................................... 84

Nero 9 ........................................................................................................ 85

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 87

ASUS contact information ............................................................................ 95

Notices

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards

for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to

responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging

materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling

information in different regions.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of

Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at

ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference; and

• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference

to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee 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 and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required

to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications to this unit not

expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority

to operate this equipment.

Lithium-Ion Battery Warning

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the

same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries

according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

IC: Canadian Compliance Statement

Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS

210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian

interference-causing equipment regulations.

This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)

this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired

operation of the device.

Cut appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le

matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le

fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et

(2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer

un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from

digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department

of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement

VCCI Class B Statement

KC: Korea Warning Statement

RF Equipment Notices

CE: European Community Compliance Statement

The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council

Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to

electromagnetic elds (0–300 GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive.

Wireless Radio Use

This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency

band.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy

The radiated output power of the Wi-Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency

exposure limits. Nevertheless, it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner

that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance

The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with

any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant.

Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement

This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment

regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le

matériel brouilleur du Canada.

BSMI: Taiwan Wireless Statement

Japan RF Equipment Statement

KC (RF Equipment)

Safety information

Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a

clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent

and a few drops of warm water then remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.

• DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has

been damaged.

• DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.

• DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the

Desktop PC.

• DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical elds.

• DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during

electrical storms.

• Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in re. DO NOT short circuit the

contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery.

• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 5˚C (41F) and

40˚C (104F).

• DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting

overheated.

• DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.

•

To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet

before relocating the system.

•

Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices

could interrupt the grounding circuit.

•

Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not

sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power

company.

•

If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service

technician or your retailer.

Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used

throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourselfInformation to prevent injury to yourself

when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the componentsInformation to prevent damage to the components

when trying to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete aTips and additional information to help you complete a

task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

task.

Where to nd more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software

updates.

ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software

products. Refer to the ASUS website www.asus.com.

ASUS Local Technical Support

Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of

local Technical Support Engineer.

• The user manual is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC:

C:\Program Files(X86)/ASUS/eManual

ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1

Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 (Optional) Recovery DVD x1 (Optional)

stalla

tion

Guide

Nero 9 burning software

DVD x1 (Optional)

Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1

Package contents

• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specications may vary

with different models.

Getting to know your computer

Illustrations are for reference only. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary

with different models.

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC!

The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and

user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish

system casing.

Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC.

Front panel

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Front USB 2.0 port 5

Front USB 3.0 port 4

Front USB 3.0 port 3

Front USB 2.0 port 6

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Chapter 1 Getting started

Optical disk drive. The optical disk drive supports DVD-RW / CD-RW / DVD-

ROM.

Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive

tray.

Optical disk drive bay (empty). You may install an additional optical disk drive

in this bay.

HDD LED. This LED lights up when the hard disk drive operates.

Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.

Microphone. This port connects to a microphone.

Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker.

USB 3.0 ports. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB

3.0/2.0 devices.

• DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows

operating system.

• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a

Windows

OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation.

• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for

faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB

2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

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Front panel

Front USB 2.0 port 6

Front USB 3.0 port 3

Front USB 3.0 port 4

Front USB 2.0 port 5

Card Reader slots

2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays. The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays are

for 5.25 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices.

Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.

Headphone port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker.

USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB

2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB

3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

• DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows

operating system.

• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under

Windows

OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.

• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for

faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

Reset button. Press this button to reboot your computer.

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Rear panel

DVI

HDMI

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Rear USB 2.0 port 2

Rear USB 3.0 port 1

Rear USB 3.0 port 2

Rear USB 2.0 port 1

Rear USB 2.0 port 4

Rear USB 2.0 port 3

HDD LED. This LED lights up when the hard disk drive operates.

Power LED. This LED lights up when you turn on your computer.

Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.

2 x 3.5 inch drive bays. The 3.5 inch drive bays are for 3.5 inch hard disk drives

/ memory card readers.

Voltage selector switch. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input

voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. If the voltage supply in your

area is 100-127V, set the switch to 115V. If the voltage supply in your aear is 200-

240V, set the swtich to 230V.

Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V environment will

seriously damage the system!

Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector.

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LAN port LED indications

Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation.

DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your

computer.

PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple/green). This port is for a PS/2

keyboard or PS/2 mouse.

USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB

2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

Optical S/PDIF output port. This port connects to an external audio output

device via an optical S/PDIF cable.

HDMI port. This port is for a High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)

connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and

Setting up your computer

This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external

monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer.

Using the onboard display output ports

Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port.

To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports:

1. Connect your monitor to the VGA port, DVI-D port, or display port of your computer.

2. Plug your monitor to a power source.

DVI

HDMI

If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the

primary display device in the BIOS. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on

the graphics card.

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Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse

Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your

computer.

DVI

HDMI

Connecting the power cord

Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your

computer and the other end to a power source.

DVI

HDMI

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Turning your computer ON/OFF

This section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer.

Turning your computer ON

To turn your computer ON:

1. Turn your monitor ON.

2. Turn the power switch ON.

3. Press the power button on your computer.

Power button

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BM1645/MD250

4. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.

Turning your computer OFF

To turn your computer OFF on Windows

1. Close all running applications.

2. Click on the Windows

desktop.

3. Click to shut down the operating system.

For details on shutting down your Desktop PC on Windows

8, refer to the section Turning

your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 3.

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Chapter 2

Using Windows

Starting for the rst time

When you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in

conguring the basic settings of your Windows

7 operating system.

To start for the rst time:

1. Turn your computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the Set Up Windows screen

appears.

2. From dropdown list, select your language, then click Next.

3. From the dropdown lists, select your Country or region, Time and currency, and

Keyboard layout, then click Next.

4. Key in uniques names for the user name and computer name, then click Next.

5. Key in the necessary information to set up your password, then click Next. You may

also click Next to skip this step without entering any information.

6. Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms and click Next.

7. Select Use recommended settings or Install important updates only to set up the

security settings for your computer. To skip this step, select Ask me later.

8. Review your date and time settings. Click Next. The system loads the new settings and

restarts. You may now start using your computer.

If you want to set up a password for your account later, refer to the section Setting up a

user account and password in this chapter.

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Using Windows

7 desktop

Using the Start menu

The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your

computer. It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and

Support feature.

Launching items from the Start menu

To launch items from the Start menu:

1. From the Windows

taskbar, click the Start icon .

2. From the Start menu, select the item that you want to launch.

You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the Start menu. For more

details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this

chapter.

Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows

Using the Getting Started item

The Getting Started item on the Start menu contains information about some basic tasks

such as personalizing Windows

, adding new users, and transferring les to help you to

familiarize yourself with using Windows

To use the Getting Started item:

1. From the Windows

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

2. Select Getting Started. The list of available tasks appears.

3. Select the task that you want to do.

Using the taskbar

The taskbar allows you to launch and manage programs or items installed on your computer.

Launching a program from the taskbar

To launch a program from the taskbar:

• From the Windows

taskbar, click an icon to launch it. Click the icon again to hide the

program.

You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. For more details,

refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter.

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Pinning items on the jumplists

When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quick-

access to the program’s or item’s related links.You may pin items on the jumplist such as

favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media les.

To pin items to the jumplist:

1. From the taskbar, right-click an icon.

2. From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to pin, then select Pin to this list.

Unpinning items from the jumplist

To unpin items from the jumplist:

1. From the taskbar, right-click an icon.

2. From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to remove from the jumplist, then

select Unpin from this list.

Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar

To pin programs on the Start menu or taskbar:

1. From the Windows

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

2. Right-click the item that you want to pin on the Start menu or taskbar.

3. Select Pin to Taskbar or Pin to Start menu.

You may also right-click on the icon of a running program on the taskbar, then select Pin

this program to taskbar.

Unpinning programs from the Start menu

To unpin programs from the Start menu:

1. From the Windows

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

2. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want to unpin, then select

Remove from this list.

Unpinning programs from the taskbar

To unpin programs from the taskbar:

1. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from the taskbar,

then select Unpin this program from taskbar.

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Using the notication area

By default, the notication area shows these three icons:

Action Center notication

Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notications and launch the Windows

Action Center.

Network connection

This icon displays the connection status and signal strength of the wired or wireless network

connection.

Volume

Click this icon to adjust the volume.

Displaying an alert notication

To display an alert notication:

• Click the Notication icon , then click the message to open it.

For more details, refer to the section Using Windows

Action Center in this chapter.

Customizing icons and notications

You may choose to display or hide the icons and notications on the taskbar or on the

notication area.

To customize icons and notications:

1. From the notication area, click on the arrow icon .

2. Click Customize.

3. From the dropdown list, select the behaviors for the icons or items that you want to

customize.

Managing your les and folders

Using Windows

Explorer

Windows

Explorer allows you to view, manage, and organize your les and folders.

Launching Windows

Explorer

To launch Windows Explorer:

1. From the Windows

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

2. Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer.

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Exploring les and folders

To explore les and folders:

1. Launch Windows

Explorer.

2. From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data.

3. From the breadcrumb bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder.

Customizing the le/folder view

To customize the le/folder view:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the navigation pane, select the location of your data.

3. From the toolbar, click the View icon .

4. From the View menu, move the slider to select how you want to view the le/folder.

You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click View, and select the view type

that you want.

Arranging your les

To arrange your les:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the Arrange by eld, click to display the dropdown list.

3. Select your preferred arrangement type.

Sorting your les

To sort your les:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane.

3. From the menu that appears, select Sort by, then select your preferred sorting type.

Grouping your les

To group your les:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane.

3. From the menu that appears, select Group by, then select your preferred grouping

type.

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Adding a new folder

To add a new folder:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the toolbar, click New folder.

3. Key in a name for the new folder.

You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder.

Backing up your les

Setting up a backup

To set up a backup:

1. Click > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.

2. Click Set up backup. Click Next.

3. Select your backup destination. Click Next.

4. Select Let Windows choose (recommended) or Let me choose as your backup

mode.

Restoring your system settings

The Windows

System Restore feature creates a restore point where the computer’s system

settings are stored at certain time and date. It allows you to restore or undo changes to your

computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data.

To restore your system:

1. Close all running applications.

2. Click > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.

If you select Let Windows choose, Windows will not back up your programs, FAT-

formatted les, Recycle Bin les, or temporary les that are 1GB or more.

5. Follow the onscreen instructions to nish the process.

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Protecting your computer

Using Windows

7 Action Center

Windows

7 Action Center provides you with alert notications, security information, system

maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and x some common

computer problems.

You may customize the notications. For more details, refer to the previous section

Customizing icons and notications in this chapter.

Launching Windows

7 Action Center

To launch Windows

7 Action Center:

1. To launch Windows 7 Action Center, click the Notication icon , then click Open

Action Center.

2. From Windows 7 Action Center, click the task that you want to do.

Using Windows

Update

Windows Update allows you to check and install the latest updates to enhance the security

and performance of your computer.

Launching Windows

Update

To launch Windows

Update:

1. From the Windows

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

2. Select All Programs > Windows Update.

3. From the Windows Update screen, click the task that you want to do.

Setting up a user account and password

You may create user accounts and passwords for people who will use your computer.

Setting up a user account

To set up a user account:

1. From the Windows

taskbar, click > Getting Started > Add new users.

2. Select Manage another account.

3. Select Create a new account.

4. Key in the name of the new user.

5. Select either Standard user or Administrator as the user type.

6. When done, click Create Account.

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Setting up a user’s password

To set up a user’s password:

1. Select the user that you would like to set a password.

2. Select Create a password.

3. Key in a password and conrm it. Key in your password’s hint.

4. When done, click Create password.

Activating the anti-virus software

Trend Micro Internet Security is pre-installed on your computer. It is a third-party anti-virus

software protecting your computer from virus. It is purchased separately. You have a 30-day

trial period after activating it.

To activate Trend Micro Internet Security:

1. Run the Trend Micro Internet Security application.

2. Carefully read the license terms. Click Agree & Activate.

3. Input your e-mail address and select your location. Click Next.

4. Click Finish to complete the activation.

Getting Windows

Help and Support

Windows

Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications

in Windows

7 platform.

To launch Windows

Help and Support, click > Help and Support.

Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest Windows

online help.

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Chapter 3

Using Windows

Starting for the rst time

When you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in

conguring the basic settings of your Windows

8 operating system.

To start for the rst time:

1. Turn your computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears.

2. Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms for using Windows

and click Accept.

3. Follow the next onscreen instructions to congure the following basic items:

• Personalize

• Settings

4. Once you are done conguring the basic items, the Windows

8 video tutorial appears.

Watch this tutorial to learn more about Windows

8 functionalities.

For details on using Windows

8, refer to the next sections.

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