ASUS BM5365 User Manual
BM5365
ASUS PC
User’s Manual
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First Edition V1
March 2009
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Table of contents
Notices ......................................................................................................... iv
Safety information ....................................................................................... v
About this guide ......................................................................................... vi
System package contents ........................................................................ viii
Chapter 1: System introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Front panel ................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Rear panel ..................................................................................... 1-3
Voltage selector .............................................................................. 1-3
1.4 Connecting to other devices ....................................................... 1-4
Chapter 2: Starting up
2.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 2-2
2.2 Powering up .................................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Support DVD information ............................................................ 2-3
2.3.1 Running the support DVD ............................................... 2-3
2.3.2 Drivers menu ................................................................... 2-4
2.3.3 Utilities menu .................................................................. 2-5
2.3.4 Make Disk menu ............................................................. 2-6
2.3.5 Manual menu .................................................................. 2-7
2.3.6 ASUS contact information ............................................... 2-7
2.3.6 Other information ............................................................ 2-8
2.4 ASUS AI Manager ....................................................................... 2-10
2.4.1 Installing AI Manager .................................................... 2-10
2.4.2 Launching AI Manager .................................................. 2-10
2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar ................................................... 2-10
2.4.4 Main ...............................................................................2-11
2.4.5 Support ......................................................................... 2-14
2.4.6 Information .................................................................... 2-14
2.5 Loading the initial OS default settings ..................................... 2-15
2.6 Recovery DVD ............................................................................ 2-15
2.6.1 Recovering a Windows® XP OS: ................................... 2-15
2.6.2 Recovering a Windows® Vista OS: ................................ 2-16
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes
or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
ASUS 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://green.asus.com/
english/REACH.htm
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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.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical,
electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not
be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic
products.
Safety information
Electrical safety
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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system.
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When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power
cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
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Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation
that came with the package.
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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the
power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer
immediately.
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To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in
any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a stable surface.
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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
• It is recommended that you use this product in environment with an
ambient temperature below 40℃.
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About this guide
Audience
This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the
ASUS BM5365 barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users
and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS BM5365. The chapter
lists the system features, including introduction on the front and rear panel,
and internal components.
2. Chapter 2: Starting up
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities
from the support CD.
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.
VORSICHT: Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie.
Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem
ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des
Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
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System package contents
Check your BM5365 system package for the following items.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
1. ASUS BM5365 barebone system with
• ASUS motherboard
• Power supply unit
• ASUS chassis
2. Cable
• AC power cable
3. CD
• Support CD
• Recovery CD
4. Documents
• User guide
• Warranty card
Chapter 1
System introduction
This chapter gives a general
description of the ASUS BM5365.
The chapter lists the system features
including introduction on the front and
rear panel, and internal components.
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