ASUS BM6360, BM6660, BP6260, MD710, SD710 User Manual

ASUS Desktop PC

BM6660/MD710

BP6260/SD710

BM6360

BM6660/MD710

User Manual

BM6360

BP6260/SD710

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E6310

First Edition January 2011

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Contents

Notices .......................................................................................................... iv

Safety information ..........................................................................................vi

Conventions used in this guide ..................................................................... vii

Where to ﬁ nd more information .................................................................... vii

Package contents ........................................................................................ viii

Chapter 1: Getting started

Welcome! .................................................................................................... 1-1

Getting to know your computer ................................................................... 1-1

Setting up your computer .......................................................................... 1-10

Turning your computer ON/OFF ............................................................... 1-15

Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7

Starting for the ﬁ rst time .............................................................................. 2-1

Using Windows

Managing your ﬁ les and folders .................................................................. 2-5

Restoring your system ................................................................................ 2-7

Protecting your computer ............................................................................ 2-7

Getting Windows

Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device .............................................................. 3-1

Connecting microphone and speakers ....................................................... 3-2

7 desktop ......................................................................... 2-2

Help and Support .......................................................... 2-9

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Chapter 4: Using your computer

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC............................................. 4-1

Using the optical drive (on selected models only) ...................................... 4-2

Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection ........................................................................................ 5-1

Chapter 6: Using the utilities

ASUS AI Suite II .......................................................................................... 6-1

ASUS AI Manager ....................................................................................... 6-7

Recovering your system ............................................................................. 6-9

Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 7-1

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Notices

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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 manufacturerʼs 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 modiﬁ cations to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the userʼs authority to operate this equipment.

RF exposure warning

This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

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.

Macrovision Corporation Product Notice

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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 manufacturerʼs instructions.

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Safety information

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• 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 ﬁ 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 ﬁ 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 ﬁ x it by yourself. Contact a qualiﬁ ed service technician or your retailer.

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.

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

when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a

task.

: Information to prevent injury to yourself

Where to ﬁ 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.

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Package contents

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Check your system package for the following items.

Standard items

1. ASUS Desktop PC with

• ASUS Desktop x1

• Mouse x1

• Keyboard x1

2. Cables

• Power cord x1

3. Accessories

• Mouse pad x1

4. DVD

• Support DVD x1

5. Documentation

• User Manual x1

• Warranty card x1

Optional items

1. Optical disk drive (ODD)

2. Memory card reader

3. LAN cable

4. Power strip

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

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Speciﬁ cations depend on the desktop PC you purchased. Check with your supplier for the exact speciﬁ cations.

Chapter 1

Getting started

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.

Getting to know your computer

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

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Front panel

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1. 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.

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

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

4. 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.

5. Reset button. Press this button to reboot your computer.

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

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

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

9. 2 x 3.5 inch drive bays. The 3.5 inch drive bays are for 3.5 inch hard disk drives /

memory card readers.

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1. 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.

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

3. 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.

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

5. 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.

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

7. Reset button. Press this button to reboot your computer.

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

9. 2 x 3.5 inch drive bays. The 3.5 inch drive bays are for 3.5 inch hard disk drives /

memory card readers.

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1. 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay. The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay is for 5.25 inch

DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices.

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

card readers.

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

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

5. 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.

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

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

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Rear panel

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1. Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer.

2. Voltage selector. 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 100127V, set the switch to 115V. If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240V, set the switch to 230V.

Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V environment will seriously damage the system!

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3 . Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector.

4. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

5. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

6. Display port. This port connects to a display monitor.

7. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and is HDCP compliant

allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content.

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

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9. 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.

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

11. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4, 6, or

8-channel conﬁ guration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

12. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio

sources.

Refer to the audio conﬁ guration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, or 6-channel conﬁ guration.

Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel conﬁ guration

Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In

Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In

Orange – – Center/Subwoofer

Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Gray – – –

13. Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an

expansion card.

14. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this

optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.

15. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)

through a network hub.

LAN port LED indications

Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description

OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection

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ACT/LINK

LED

LAN port

SPEED

LED

16. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation.

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

17. VGA port. This port is for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor.

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1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.

2. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.

3. Display port. This port connects to a display monitor.

4. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and is HDCP compliant

allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content.

5. 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.

6. 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.

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

8. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4, 6, or

9. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio

Audio 2, 4, or 6-channel conﬁ guration

• 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.

8-channel conﬁ guration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

sources.

Refer to the audio conﬁ guration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, or 6-channel conﬁ guration.

Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In

Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In

Orange – – Center/Subwoofer

Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Gray – – –

10. Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an

expansion card.

11. Voltage selector. 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 100127V, set the switch to 115V. If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240V, set the switch to 230V.

Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V environment will seriously damage the system!

12. Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector.

13. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation

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

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14. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)

through a network hub.

LAN port LED indications

Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description

OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection

ACT/LINK

LED

LAN port

SPEED

LED

15. VGA port. This port is for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor.

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Setting up your computer

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This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer.

Connecting an external monitor

Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only)

Connect your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card.

To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card:

1. Connect your monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card.

2. Plug your monitor to a power source.

The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.

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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.

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• 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.

• To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to Connecting multiple external monitors in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details.

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