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ASUS Desktop PC

CG Series

User Manual

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E6001 Second Edition

August 2010

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Contents

Notices ...........................................................................................................v

Safety information .........................................................................................vii

Conventions used in this guide .................................................................... viii

Where to nd more information ................................................................... viii

Package contents ..........................................................................................ix

Chapter 1 Getting started

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

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

Setting up your computer ............................................................................1-8

Turning your computer ON/OFF ............................................................... 1-10

Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7

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

Using Windows® 7 desktop ......................................................................... 2-2

Managing your les and folders .................................................................. 2-7

Restoring your system .............................................................................. 2-10

Protecting your computer ...........................................................................2-11

Getting Windows® Help and Support ........................................................ 2-15

Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer

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

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

Connecting multiple external displays ........................................................ 3-5

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Chapter 4 Using your computer

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

Using the memory card reader ................................................................... 4-2

Using the optical drive ................................................................................ 4-3

Using the multimedia keyboard ................................................................. 4-4

Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet

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

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Chapter 6 Using the utilities

ASUS AI Manager ....................................................................................... 6-1

ASUS Update ............................................................................................. 6-8

ASUS MyLogo2™ ....................................................................................... 6-9

Nero 9 .....................................................................................................

Recovering your system ........................................................................... 6-14

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

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

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Notices

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

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.

• 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.

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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.

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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.

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.

Lithium-Ion Battery Warning

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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: contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery.

• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32F)and 35˚C (95F).

•

DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from overheating.

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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.

DO NOT throw the battery in re. DO NOT short circuit the

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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 yourself

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.

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

local Technical Support Engineer.

http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of

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Package contents

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ASUS Desktop PC

Gaming mouse pad x1 Power cord x1 NERO 9 x1

Recovery CD x1 Support CD x1 Warranty card x1

Gaming cable ties x3 User manual x1

• 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.

• Keyboard and mouse may not be included in some regions.

USB gaming keyboard x1

(Optional)

USB gaming mouse x1

(Optional)

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Chapter 1 Getting started

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS CG Series Desktop PC! The ASUS CG Series 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.

Front panel

Click the number to view its corresponding description.

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1. Front I/O ports cover. Pull this cover up to open the front panel.

2. Optical disk drive.

3. Optical disk drive LED.

4. Optical disk drive emergency eject hole.

insert a pointed object such as a ballpen to ejext the tray.

5. Optical disk drive eject button.

6. Microphone port (pink).

7. Headphone port (lime).

8. USB 2.0 ports.

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

9. Power sensor.

10. Fingerprint scanner.

computer from unauthorized access.

11. IEEE 1394a port. This port connects to an IEEE 1394 device such as a digital

camcorder.

12. Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard/Memory Stick card slot.

card, MultiMediaCard, or a Memory Stick card into this slot.

13. Smart card slot.

14. CompactFlash

into this slot.

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

Lightly touch this sensor to turn on your computer.

This scans and authenticates a ngerprint, which secures your

Before using the ngerprint scanner, ensure that you have set up your user account and registered your ngerprint.

Insert a Smart card into this slot.

/ Microdrive™ card slot. Insert a CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card

Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray.

This port connects to a microphone.

This port connects to a headphone or speaker.

If the optical disk drive tray fails to eject,

Insert a Secure Digital™

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Rear panel CG7435

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Click the number to view its corresponding description.

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. Clr CMOS button. Press this button to clear the setup information when the system

hangs due to overclocking.

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

devices.

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. Power eSATA port. This port connects to Serial ATA (SATA) devices such as hard disk

and optical disk drives.

7. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in an 8-channel

audio conguration.

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8. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4, 6, and

8-channel audio conguration.

9. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects to the center/subwoofer

speakers.

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 con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 conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration.

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration

Port

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In

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

Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Gray – – – Side Speaker Out

Headset

2-channel

4-channel 6-channel 8-channel

13. DVI-I ports. These ports connect to a TV or monitor with a different video output.

14. Expansion slot brackets

. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an

expansion card.

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

Rating: 100-240V~, 60Hz/50Hz, 10A-5A

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

17. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation.

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

18. DisplayPorts.

These ports connect to a display monitor.

19. HDMI ports. These ports connect to an HDMI monitor or other HDMI-compatible

devices.

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

through a network hub.

LAN port LED indications

LED

LAN port

SPEED

LED

ACT/LINK

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

21. IEEE 1394a port. This port connects to an IEEE 1394 device such as a digital

camcorder.

22. Optical S/PDIF Out port.

This port connects an external audio output device via an

optical S/PDIF cable.

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Click the number to view its corresponding description.

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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. Clr CMOS button. Press this button to clear the setup information when the system

hangs due to overclocking.

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

devices.

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. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in an 8-channel

audio conguration.

7. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4, 6, and

8-channel audio conguration.

8. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects to the center/subwoofer

speakers.

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

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

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

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

sources.

Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration.

Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration

Port

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In

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

Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Gray – – – Side Speaker Out

Headset

2-channel

4-channel 6-channel 8-channel

12. DVI-I ports. These ports connect to a TV or monitor with a different video output.

13. Expansion slot brackets.

Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an

expansion card.

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

Rating: 100-240V~, 60Hz/50Hz, 10A-5A

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

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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. DisplayPorts. These ports connect to a display monitor.

18. HDMI ports. These ports connect to an HDMI monitor or other HDMI-compatible

devices.

19. LAN (RJ-45) port.

This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)

through a network hub.

LAN port LED indications

LED

LAN port

SPEED

LED

ACT/LINK

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

20. IEEE 1394a port. This port connects to an IEEE 1394 device such as a digital

camcorder.

21. Optical S/PDIF Out port.

This port connects an external audio output device via an

optical S/PDIF cable.

22. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port.

This port connects an external audio output device via a

coaxial cable.

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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.

Connecting an external monitor

Using the ASUS Graphics Card

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

To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card:

1. Using a DVI-to-VGA adapter, connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card.

2. Plug the monitor to a power source.

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

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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.

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.

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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, then lightly touch the power sensor to turn on your

computer..

OFF

Power sensor

3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.

Turning your computer OFF

To turn your computer OFF:

1. Close all running applications.

2. Click

3. Click

4. Turn the power switch OFF.

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on the Windows® desktop.

to shut down the operating system.

Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7

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 appears.

2. From dropdown list, select your language. Click

3. From the dropdown lists, select your Keyboard layout. Click Next.

4. Key in unique names for the

5. Key in the necessary information to set up your password, then click also click Next to skip this step without entering any information.

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.

Country or region, Time and currency, and

user name and computer name. Click Next.

Set Up Windows screen

Next.

Next. You may

6. Carefully read the license terms. Tick

7. Select

8. Review your date and time settings. Click

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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.

restarts. You may now start using your computer.

I accept the license terms and click Next.

Next. The system loads the new settings and

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Using Windows® 7 desktop

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Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7.

Start menu

Taskbar

Notication area

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

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.

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taskbar, click the Start icon .

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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® 7.

To use the Getting Started item:

1. From the Windows icon to launch the Start menu.

2. Select

3. Select the task that you want to do.

Getting Started. The list of available

tasks appears.

taskbar, click the Start

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 program.

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

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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 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.

taskbar, click the Start icon

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

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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.

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.

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Displaying an alert notication

To display an alert notication:

• Click the Notication icon

the message to open it.

For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this chapter.

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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

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

Customize.

customize.

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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

2. Click

Computer to launch Windows Explorer.

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

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Breadcrumb bar

Toolbar

Navigation pane

View icon

Search bar

Preview icon

View pane

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.

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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

3. Select your preferred arrangement type.

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

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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

by, then select your preferred sorting type.

Sort

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.

Adding a new folder

To add a new folder:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the toolbar, click

3. Key in a name for the new folder.

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

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Backing up your les

Setting up a backup

To set up a backup:

1. Click

2. Click

3. Select your backup destination. Click Next.

4. Select

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

> All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.

Set up backup. Click Next.

Let Windows choose (recommended) or Let me choose as your backup

mode.

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.

Restoring your system

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

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.

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

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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.

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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

2. Select

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

All Programs > Windows Update.

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

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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

2. Select

3. Select

4. Key in the name of the new user.

5. Select either

6. When done, click

Manage another account. Create a new account.

taskbar, click > Getting Started > Add new users.

Standard user or Administrator as the user type.

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

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

4. When done, click

Create a password.

Create password.

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Activating the anti-virus software

Trend Micro Internet Security is a pre-installed anti-virus software on your computer. After activating it, you have a 60-day trial period before the software expires and you need to purchase a licensed version.

To activate Trend Micro Internet Security:

1. Run the Trend Micro Internet Security application.

2. Carefully read the license terms. Click

3. Key in your e-mail address and select your location. Click

4. Click

Finish to complete the activation.

Agree & Activate.

Next.

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.

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Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device

This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on both the front and rear panels. The USB

ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices.

To connect a USB storage device:

• Insert the USB storage device to your computer.

Front panel

To remove a USB storage device:

1. Click

2. When the

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from the Windows notication area on your

computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk.

Safe to Remove Hardware message

pops up, remove the USB storage device from your computer.

DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device.

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Connecting microphone and speakers

This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and

rear panels. The audio I/O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2-channel,

4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.

Connecting Headphone and Mic

Connecting 2-channel Speakers

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Connecting 4-channel Speakers

Connecting 6-channel Speakers

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Connecting 8-channel Speakers

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Connecting multiple external displays

Your desktop PC comes with VGA, HDMI, and DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays.

When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect the monitors on the output ports of the graphics card.

Setting up multiple displays

When using multiple monitors, you are allowed to set display modes. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop.

To set up multiple displays:

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the

monitors. Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer.

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3. Turn on your computer.

4. Do any of the following to open the

Screen Resolution setting screen:

• Click

• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu appears,

5. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: dropdown list.

•

> Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display >

Change display settings.

click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.

Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display.

Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as an extension display. This increases your desktop space.

Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show the desktop only on

monitor 1 or monitor 2.

Remove this display: Select this option to remove the selected display.

6. Click Apply or OK, then click Keep Changes on the conrmation message.

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Chapter 4 Using your computer

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC

When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is necessary to prevent strain to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. This section provides you with tips on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC.

Eye level to the top of the monitor screen

Foot rest

To maintain the proper posture:

• Position your computer chair to ensure that your elbows are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position.

• Adjust the height of your chair to make sure that your knees are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your thighs. If necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees.

• Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is rmly supported and

angled slightly backward.

• Sit upright with your knees, elbows, and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you are in front of your PC.

• Place the monitor directly in front of you, and adjust the top of the monitor screen within your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward.

• Keep the mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing.

• Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and direct sunlight.

• Take regular mini-breaks from using your Desktop PC.

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Using the memory card reader

Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to store digital picture or

media les. The built-in memory card reader on the front panel of your system allows you to

read from and write to different memory card drives.

To use the memory card:

1. Pull up the I/O front cover open it.

2. Insert the memory card into the card slot.

• A memory card is keyed so that it ts in only one direction. DO NOT force the card into a

slot to avoid damaging the card.

• You can place the media in one or more of the card slots and use each media independently. Place only one memory card in a slot at one time.

3. Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your les.

• If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, click Windows® 7 Start button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the memory card icon to access the data on it.

• Each card slot has its own drive icon and it is displayed on the

• The memory card reader LED lights up and blinks when data is being read from or written to the memory card.

Computer screen.

4. When nished, right-click the memory card drive icon on the Computer screen, click Eject, and then remove the card.

Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur.

To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the Windows

notication area before removing the memory card.

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Using the optical drive

Inserting an optical disc

To insert an optical disc:

1. While your system is on, press the eject button to open the tray.

2. Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up.

3. Push the tray to close it.

4. Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your les.

If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, click Windows® 7 Start button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon to access the data on it.

Removing an optical disc

To remove an optical disc:

1. While the system is on, do either of the following to eject the tray:

• Press the eject button.

• Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the

2. Remove the disc from the disc tray.

Computer screen, and then click Eject.

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Using the multimedia keyboard

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• The keyboard varies with countries. The illustration below is for reference only.

• Keyboard and mouse may not be included in some regions.

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Keys Description Keys Description

Launches Windows® gadgets.

10.

Activates Windows® Flip 3D.

Reduces picture size in Windows®

Photo Viewer.

Increases picture size in Windows®

Photo Viewer.

Functions with keys F1~F12.

Press <Fn + F1> to launch Microsoft® Word.

Press <Fn + F2> to launch Microsoft®

Excel. Press <Fn + F3> to launch Microsoft®

PowerPoint. Press <Fn + F4> to launch Microsoft®

Internet Explorer. Press <Fn + F5> to launch Microsoft®

Outlook. Press <Fn + F6> to launch the

11.

Favorites folder in Windows® Internet Explorer.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

18.

19.

20.

21.

22.

Press <Fn + F7> to launch Microsoft® MSN or, if not installed, connects to the MSN download page.

Press <Fn + F8> to launch Windows® Search screen.

Press <Fn + F9> to play or pause playback in Windows® Media Player.

Press <Fn + F10> to stop playback in Windows® Media Player.

Press <Fn + F11> to go to the previous track in Windows® Media Player.

Press <Fn + F12> to go to the next

track in Windows® Media Player. Decreases the system volume.

Increases the system volume.

Turns the volume’s mute mode on/off.

Launches Windows® Media Player.

Launches Windows® Media Center.

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The special function keys only work on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 operating systems.

Chapter 5

Modem

RJ-45 cable

Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection

Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN).

Connecting via a DSL/cable modem

To connect via a DSL/cable modem:

1. Set up your DSL/cable modem.

Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL/cable modem.

2. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your

computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem.

3. Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer.

4. Congure the necessary Internet connection settings.

Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection.

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LAN

RJ-45 cable

Connecting via a local area network (LAN)

To connect via a LAN:

1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to your LAN.

2. Turn on your computer.

3. Congure the necessary Internet connection settings.

Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection.

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Chapter 6 Using the utilities

ASUS AI Manager

ASUS AI Manager is a utility which gives you quick and easy access to frequently-used applications.

Installing AI Manager

To install AI Manager:

1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled, the Drivers installation

wizard appears.

If Autorun is disabled, double-click the setup.exe le from the ASUS AI Manager folder in the support DVD.

2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS AI Manager.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

Launching AI Manager

To launch AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click

Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx

. The AI Manager quick bar appears on the desktop.

Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI

After launching the application, the AI Manager icon appears in the Windows® taskbar. Right-click this icon to switch between the quick bar and the

main window, and to launch the AI Manager either from the quick bar or taskbar.

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AI Manager quick bar

The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to display the menu’s contents.

Exit button Switch to main Window

Add to ToolBar

Main

My Favorites

Click the Maximize/restore button to switch between full window and quick bar. Click the Minimize button to keep the AI Manager on the taskbar. Click the Close button to quit

the AI Manager.

Main

The Main menu contains four utilities: AI Disk, AI Security, AI Boosting, and AI Probe. Click the arrow on the Main menu icon to browse through the utilities in the main menu.

Click to extend or restore

Click to display

items on the left

AI Disk

AI Disk allows you to easily clear temporary IE les, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history,

or the Recycle Bin. Click the AI Disk icon on the quick bar to display the full AI Disk window and select the items you want to clear. Click Apply when done.

Support

ASUS Utility

Information

Click to display items on the right

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AI Security

AI Security enables you to set a password to secure your devices, such as USB ash disks and CD/DVD disks, from unauthorized access.

To lock a device:

1. When using AI Security for the rst time, you are asked to set a password. Key in

2. Conrm the password.

3. Key in the password hint (recommended).

4. When done, click

a password with at most 20 alphanumeric characters.

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5. Select the device you want to lock, then click

6. Key in the password you have set previously, then click

To unlock the device:

1. Deselect the locked device, then click

2. Key in the password you have set previously, then click

To change the password:

• Click

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Change Password, then follow the onscreen instructions to change

password.

Apply.

Ok.

Apply.

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AI Booting

AI Booting allows you to specify the boot device priority sequence.

To specify the boot sequence:

1. Select a device, then click the left/right button to specify the boot sequence.

2. When done, press

AI Probe

AI Probe automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures, CPU fan speed, and the voltage output. You can adjust the values as you need.

Click the Temperature, Voltage, or Fan Speed tab, then select an item to enable and

change the value by dragging the bar.

Apply.

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My Favorites

My Favorites allows you to add applications that you frequently use, saving you from

searching for the applications throughout your computer.

To add an application:

1. Click

2. Click

Right click on the application icon to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. You can also double click to launch the selected application.

Add, then locate the application you want to add to My Favorites. Open on the le location window. The application is added to My Favorites list.

Support

Click any links on the Support window to go to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information.

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Information

Click the tab on the Information window to see the detailed information about your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed device(s), and memory.

ASUS Utility

System Level Up

System Level Up allows you to overclock immediately with OC prole presets in

Windows® environment without the hassle of entering the BIOS setup.

To launch System Level Up:

1. Launch AI Manager.

2. Click

Asus Utility, then double-click System Level Up.

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EPU-6 Engine

ASUS EPU-6 Engine is an energy-efcient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in real-time. It automatically adjusts the power usage for the CPU, VGA card, chipset, memory, hard drives, and CPU fan. It provides you with these modes to choose from: Auto, Turbo Mode, High Performance, Medium Power Saving Mode,

and Maximum Power Saving Mode.

To launch EPU-6 Engine:

1. Launch AI Manager.

2. Click

Asus Utility, then double-click EPU-6 Engine.

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ASUS Update

The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment.

• ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

• This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.

Installing ASUS Update

To install ASUS Update:

1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The

If Autorun is disabled, double-click the setup.exe le from the ASUS Update folder in the support DVD.

2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.

Drivers menu appears.

Updating the BIOS

To update the BIOS:

1. From the Windows ASUS Update to launch the ASUS Update utility.

2. From the dropdown list, select any of the updating process:

Updating from the Internet

a. Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto

Select

c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click

Next.

desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update >

then click Next.

The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features.

Updating from a BIOS file

a. Select Update BIOS from a le, then click Next.

b. Locate the BIOS le from the

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process.

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ASUS MyLogo2™

The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). ASUS MyLogo2™ is

automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the Support DVD.

• Obtain the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

• You can create your own boot logo image in GIF le format.

To launch ASUS MyLogo2™:

1. Launch the ASUS Update utility. Refer to the section “ manual for details.

2. Select

3. Check the option

4. Select

5. When prompted, locate the new BIOS le, then click

6. From the left window pane, locate the

7. From the

8. The system starts updating the BIOS and

9. After the updating process, the system

Options from the drop down menu, then click Next.

Launch MyLogo to replace system boot logo before ashing

BIOS, then click Next.

Update BIOS from le from the drop down menu, then click Next.

appears.

image that you want to use as your boot logo. Click Next.

Ratio dropdown list, select your

desired size for the boot logo. Click Next.

loading the new boot logo.

restarts and displays the new boot logo during POST.

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Nero 9

Nero 9 allows you to create, copy, burn, edit, share, and update different kinds of data.

Installing Nero 9

To install Nero 9:

1. Insert the Nero 9 DVD into your optical drive.

2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically.

If Autorun is disabled, double-click the SeupX.exe le from the main directory of your Nero 9 DVD.

3. From the main menu, click Nero 9 Essentials.

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4. Select the language you want to use for Installation Wizard. Click Next.

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5. Click

6. Tick I accept the License Conditions. When done, click Next.

Next to continue.

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7. Select Typical then click Next.

8. Tick Yes, I want to help by sending anonymous application data to Nero then click Next.

9. When done, click Exit.

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Burning les

To burn les:

1. From the main menu, click

2. Select the les that you want to burn. When done, click Add.

Data Burning > Add.

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3. After selecting the les that you want to burn, click Burn to burn the les to a disc.

For more details about using Nero 9, refer to the Nero website at www.nero.com

Recovering your system

Using the Recovery Partition

The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC’s software to its original working

state. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data les (such as Outlook PST les) to USB storage devices or to a network drive and make note of any customized conguration

settings (such as network settings).

About the Recovery Partition

The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Desktop PC at the factory.

DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. The Recovery Partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Take your Desktop

PC to an authorized ASUS service

center if you have problems with the recovery process.

Using the Recovery Partition:

1. Press <

2. Press <

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3. Select one of the following recovery options.

System Recovery:

This feature allows you to restore the system to the factory default settings.

System Image Backup:

This feature allows you to burn the system image backup in DVD discs, which you can use

later to restore the system to its default settings.

System DVD Backup:

This feature allows you to make a backup copy of the support DVD.

4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.

Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.

Using the Recovery DVD (on selected models)

Prepare 1~3 blank writable DVDs as instructed to create the Recovery DVD.

Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition.

To use the Recovery DVD:

1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Desktop PC needs to be powered ON.

2. Restart the Desktop PC and press <

labeled as “CD/DVD”) and press <Enter> to boot from the Recovery DVD.

3. Select OK to start to restore the image.

4. Select OK to conrm the system recovery.

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Restoring will overwrite your hard drive. Ensure to back up all your important data before the system recovery.

5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.

DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable.

Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.

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Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions.

My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front

panel does not light up

• Check if your computer is properly connected.

• Check if the wall outlet is functioning.

• Check if the Power Supply Unit is switched on. Refer to the section

your computer ON/OFF in Chapter 1.

My computer hangs.

• Do the following to close the programs that are not responding:

1. Simultaneously press <Alt> + <Ctrl> + <Delete> keys on the keyboard,

2. Click

3. Select the program that is not responding, then click

• If the keyboard is not responding. Press and hold the Power button on the top

then click Start Task Manger.

Applications tab.

End Task.

of your chassis until the computer shuts down. Then press the Power button to turn it on.

Turning

I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card

(on selected models only)?

• Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to.

• Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the top of your computer chassis for the best wireless performance.

The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working.

Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Number Lock LED is on,

the keys on the number key pad are used to input numbers only. Press the Number Lock key to turn the LED off if you want to use the arrow keys on the number key pad.

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No display on the monitor.

• Check if the monitor is powered on.

• Ensure that your monitor is properly connected to the video output port on your computer.

• If your computer comes with a discrete graphics card, ensure that you connect your monitor to a video output port on the discrete graphics card.

• Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is bent. If you discover bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable.

• Check if your monitor is plugged to a power source properly.

• Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information.

When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display.

• Ensure that the both monitors are powered on.

• During POST, only the monitor connected to the VGA port has display. The dual display function works only under Windows.

• When a graphics card is installed on your computer, ensure that you connect the monitors to the output port on the graphics card.

• Check if the multiple displays settings are correct. Refer to section

Connecting multiple external displays in Chapter 3 for details.

My computer cannot detect my USB storage device.

• The rst time you connect your USB storage device to your computer,

Windows automatically installs a driver for it. Wait for a while and go to My Computer to check if the USB storage device is detected.

• Connect your USB storage device to another computer to test if the USB storage device is broken or malfunctions.

I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings

without affecting my personal les or data.

The Windows® System Restore feature allows you to restore or undo changes

to your computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos. For more details, refer to the section Restoring your

system in Chapter 2.

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The picture on the HDTV is stretched.

• It is caused by the different resolutions of your monitor and your HDTV. Adjust

the screen resolution to t your HDTV. To change the screen resolution:

1. Do any of the following to open the

• Click

Display > Change display settings.

• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up

2. Adjust the resolution. Refer to the documentation came with your HDTV

3. Click

My speakers produce no sound.

• Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front

• Check if your speak is connected to a electrical source and turned on.

• Adjust your speakers’ volume.

• Ensure that your computer’s system sounds are not Muted.

• Connect your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers arer

menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.

for the resolution.

message.

panel or the rear panel.

• If it is muted, the volume icon is displayed as sounds, click

• If it is not muted, click

working properly.

> Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization >

Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the conrmation

from the Windows notication area, then click .

Screen Resolution setting screen:

. To enable the system

and drag the slider to adjust the volume.

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The DVD drive cannot read a disc.

• Check if the disc is placed with the label side facing up.

• Check if the disc is centered in the tray, especially for the discs with

non-standard size or shape.

• Check if the disc is scratched or damaged.

The DVD drive eject button is not respond.

1. Click > Computer.

2. Right-click

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Power

Problem Possible Cause Action

• Set your computer’s power voltage

No power (The power indicator is off)

Incorrect power voltage

Your computer is not turned on.

Your computer’s power cord is not properly connected.

• Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure

Press the power key on the front panel to ensure that your computer is turned on.

• Ensure that the power cord is

• Use other compatible power cord.

switch to your area’s power requirements.

that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet.

properly connected.

PSU (Power supply unit) problems

Try installing another PSU on your computer.

Display

Problem Possible Cause Action

No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen)

The signal cable is not connected to the correct VGA port on your computer.

Signal cable problems Try connecting to another monitor.

• Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port).

• If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to the discrete VGA port.

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LAN

Problem Possible Cause Action

Cannot access the Internet

The LAN cable is not connected.

LAN cable problems

Your computer is not properly connected to a router or hub.

Network settings

Problems caused by the anti-virus software

Driver problems Reinstall the LAN driver

Connect the LAN cable to your computer.

Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not, try another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center.

Ensure that your computer is properly connected to a router or hub.

Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct LAN settings.

Close the anti-virus software.

Audio

Problem Possible Cause Action

Speaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port.

• Refer to your computer’s user manual for the correct port.

• Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer.

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Speaker or headphone does not work.

The front and back audio ports do not work.

Driver problems Reinstall the audio driver

Try using another speaker or headphone.

Try both the front and back audio ports. If one port failed, check if the port is set to multi-channel.

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System

Problem Possible Cause Action

Too many programs are running.

System speed is too slow

The system often

hangs or freezes.

Computer virus attack

Hard disk drive failure

Memory module problems

There is not enough air ventilation for your computer.

Incompatible softwares are installed.

Close some of the programs.

• Use an anti-virus software to scan for viruses and repair your computer.

• Reinstall the operating system.

• Send the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing.

• Replace with a new hard disk drive.

• Replace with compatible memory modules.

• Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again.

Move your computer to an area with

better air ow.

Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares.

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CPU

Problem Possible Cause Action

Your computer is booting up.

Too noisy right after turning on the computer.

Computer is too noisy when in use.

If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PC’s warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service center information.

The BIOS settings have been changed.

Old BIOS version

The CPU fan has been replaced.

There is not enough air ventilation for the computer.

The system temperature is too high.

It is normal. The fan runs on its full speed when the computer is powering on. The fan slows down after entering the OS.

Restore the BIOS to its default settings.

Update the BIOS to the latest version. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to download the latest BIOS versions.

Ensure that you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan.

Move your computer to an area with

better air ow.

• Update the BIOS.

• If you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis.

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La garantie sur le produit ou le service ne sera pas prolongée si (1) le produit est réparé, modié ou altéré, à moins que cette réparation, modication ou altération ne soit autorisée par écrit par ASUS; ou (2) si le

numéro de série du produit est dégradé ou manquant.

ASUS FOURNIT CE MANUEL “TEL QUE” SANS GARANTIE D’AUCUNE SORTE, QU’ELLE SOIT EXPRESSE OU IMPLICITE, COMPRENANT MAIS SANS Y ETRE LIMITE LES GARANTIES OU CONDITIONS DE COMMERCIALISATION OU D’APTITUDE POUR UN USAGE PARTICULIER. EN AUCUN CAS ASUS, SES DIRECTEURS, CADRES, EMPLOYES OU AGENTS NE POURRONT ÊTRE TENUS POUR RESPONSABLES POUR TOUT DOMMAGE INDIRECT, SPECIAL, SECONDAIRE OU CONSECUTIF (INCLUANT LES DOMMAGES POUR PERTE DE PROFIT, PERTE DE COMMERCE, PERTE D‘UTILISATION DE DONNEES, INTERRUPTION DE COMMERCE ET EVENEMENTS SEMBLABLES), MEME SI ASUS A ETE INFORME DE LA POSSIBILITE DE TELS DOMMAGES PROVENANT DE TOUT DEFAUT OU ERREUR DANS CE MANUEL OU DU PRODUIT.

LES SPECIFICATIONS ET INFORMATIONS CONTENUES DANS CE MANUEL SONT FOURNIES A TITRE INFORMATIF SEULEMENT, ET SONT SUJETTES A CHANGEMENT A TOUT MOMENT SANS AVERTISSEMENT ET NE DOIVENT PAS ETRE INTERPRETEES COMME UN ENGAGEMENT DE LA PART D’ASUS. ASUS N‘ASSUME AUCUNE RESPONSABILITE POUR TOUTE ERREUR OU INEXACTITUDE QUI POURRAIT APPARAITRE DANS CE MANUEL, INCLUANT LES PRODUITS ET LOGICIELS QUI Y SONT DECRITS.

Les produits et noms de sociétés qui apparaissent dans ce manuel ne sont utilisés que dans un but

d’identication ou d’explication dans l’intérêt du propriétaire, sans intention de contrefaçon. Toutes les

marques mentionnées dans ce manuel sont la propriété de leur propriétaires respectifs.

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Table des matières

Notes ...........................................................................................................v

Consignes de sécurité ..................................................................................vii

Conventions utilisés dans ce manuel .......................................................... viii

Où trouver plus d’informations ..................................................................... viii

Contenu de la boîte .......................................................................................ix

Chapitre 1 Démarrer

Bienvenue ! ................................................................................................. 1-1

Faire connaissance avec votre ordinateur .................................................. 1-1

Congurer votre ordinateur ......................................................................... 1-8

Allumer ou éteindre l’ordinateur ................................................................ 1-10

Chapitre 2 Utiliser Windows® 7

Démarrer pour la première fois ................................................................... 2-1

Utiliser le Bureau de Windows® 7 ............................................................... 2-2

Gérer vos chiers et vos dossiers ............................................................... 2-7

Restaurer le système ................................................................................ 2-10

Protéger votre ordinateur ...........................................................................2-11

Centre d’Aide et support Windows® ......................................................... 2-15

Chapitre 3 Connecter des périphériques

Connecter un périphérique de stockage USB ............................................ 3-1

Connecter un microphone ou un système de haut-parleurs ....................... 3-2

Connecter plusieurs périphériques d’afchage........................................... 3-5

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Chapitre 4 Utiliser votre ordinateur

Posture recommandée lors de l’utilisation de l’ordinateur .......................... 4-1

Utiliser le lecteur de carte mémoire ............................................................ 4-2

Utiliser le lecteur optique ............................................................................ 4-3

Utiliser le clavier multimédia ...................................................................... 4-4

Chapitre 5 Se connecter à Internet

Connexion laire ......................................................................................... 5-1

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Table des matières

Chapitre 6 Utiliser les utilitaires

ASUS AI Manager ....................................................................................... 6-1

ASUS Update ............................................................................................. 6-8

ASUS MyLogo2™ ....................................................................................... 6-9

Nero 9 .....................................................................................................

Restaurer le système ................................................................................ 6-14

6-10

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Chapitre 7 Dépannage

Dépannage ................................................................................................. 7-1

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Notes

REACH

Conforme avec le Règlement REACH (Enregistrement, Évaluation, Autorisation et Restriction des produits chimiques), nous avons publié la liste des substances chimiques utilisées dans nos produits sur le site Web ASUS REACH à l’adresse http://green.asus.com/english/ REACH.htm.

Rapport de la Commission Fédérale des Communications

Ce dispositif est conforme à l’alinéa 15 des règles établies par la FCC. L'opération est sujette aux 2 conditions suivantes:

• Ce dispositif ne peut causer d'interférence nuisible, et

• Ce dispositif se doit d'accepter toute interférence reçue, incluant toute interférence

pouvant causer des résultats indésirables.

Cet équipement a été testé et s'est avéré être conforme aux limites établies pour un dispositif numérique de classe B, conformément à l'alinéa 15 des règles de la FCC. Ces limites sont conçues pour assurer une protection raisonnable contre l’interférence nuisible à une installation réseau. Cet équipement génère, utilise et peut irradier de l'énergie à

fréquence radio et, si non installé et utilisé selon les instructions du fabricant, peut causer

une interférence nocive aux communications radio. Cependant, il n'est pas exclu qu'une interférence se produise lors d'une installation particulière. Si cet équipement cause une interférence nuisible au signal radio ou télévisé, ce qui peut-être déterminé par l'arrêt puis le réamorçage de celui-ci, l'utilisateur est encouragé à essayer de corriger l'interférence en s'aidant d'une ou plusieurs des mesures suivantes:

• Réorientez ou replacez l'antenne de réception.

• Augmentez l'espace de séparation entre l'équipement et le récepteur.

• Reliez l’équipement à une sortie sur un circuit différent de celui auquel le récepteur est relié.

• Consultez le revendeur ou un technicien expérimenté radio/TV pour de l’aide.

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L’utilisation de câbles protégés pour le raccordement du moniteur à la carte de graphique est exigée pour assurer la conformité aux règlements de la FCC. Les changements ou

les modications apportés à cette unité n'étant pas expressément approuvés par la partie

responsable de la conformité pourraient annuler l’autorité de l’utilisateur à manipuler cet équipement.

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Avertissement concernant l’exposition aux RF

Cet équipement doit être installé et opéré conformément aux instructions fournies et l’antenne utilisée par cet émetteur doit être installée de sorte à garantir une distance de

séparation d’au moins 20 cm entre l’antenne et l’utilisateur, et ne doit pas être colocalisée ou opérée conjointement avec d’autres antennes ou émetteurs. Les utilisateurs et

installateurs doivent être en possession des instruction d’installation de l’antenne et des conditions d’opération de l’émetteur pour assurer la conformité en matière d’exposition aux radiofréquences.

Rapport du Département Canadien des Communications

Cet appareil numérique ne dépasse pas les limites de classe B en terme d'émissions

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de nuisances sonore, par radio, par des appareils numériques, et ce conformément aux régulations d’interférence par radio établies par le département canadien des communications.

(Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme ICES-003 du Canada.)

Note relative aux produits de Macrovision Corporation

Ce produit comprend une technologie de protection de copyright protégée par certains brevets déposés aux U.S.A. et autres droits de propriété intellectuelle appartenant à Macrovision Corporation et autres détenteurs de droits. L’usage de cette technologie doit être autorisé par Macrovision Corporation, et n’est destiné qu’à un usage familial ou autres usages limités de même sorte à moins d’une autorisation par Macrovision Corporation. Rétro-ingénierie et démontage sont interdits.

ATTENTION : Danger d’explosion si la batterie n’est pas remplacée correctement. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Mettez au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

Avertissement relatif aux batterie Lithium-Ion

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Consignes de sécurité

Déconnectez le cordon d’alimentation et tous les périphériques avant tout entretien. Nettoyez l’ordinateur portable avec une éponge en cellulose propre ou un chiffon en peau de chamois humide et une solution détergeante non abrasive et quelques gouttes d’eau tiède puis nettoyez les surfaces humides ‘à l’aide d’un chiffon sec.

• NE PAS placer sur une surface irrégulière ou instable. Contactez le service après-vente si le châssis a été endommagé.

•

NE PAS utiliser dans des environnements sales ou poussiéreux. NE PAS utiliser lors d’une fuite de gaz.

•

NE PAS placer, faire tomber ou insérer d’objets sur/dans l’ordinateur.

•

NE PAS exposer à des champs magnétiques ou électriques trop forts.

•

NE PAS exposer ou utiliser à proximité de liquides, de la pluie ou d'environnements

humides. NE PAS utiliser le modem lors d'un orage.

• Avertissement de sécurité concernant la batterie : circuiter les contacts. NE PAS désassembler la batterie.

• Utilisez ce produit dans des environnements dont la température ambiante est comprise

entre 0˚C (32F) et 35˚C (95F).

•

NE PAS bloquer les ouvertures destinées à la ventilation de l’ordinateur pour éviter que celui-ci ne surchauffe.

•

NE PAS utiliser un cordon d’alimentation, accessoire ou autre périphérique endommagé.

•

Pour éviter tout choc électrique, déconnectez le câble d’alimentation de la prise électrique avant tout déplacement du système.

•

Demandez l’assistance d’un professionnel avant d’utiliser un adaptateur ou une rallonge. Ces équipements peuvent interrompre le circuit de mise à la terre.

•

Assurez-vous que le bloc d’alimentation est bien réglé sur le voltage approprié à votre région. Si vous ‘êtes pas certain du voltage à utiliser, contactez votre fournisseur électrique.

•

Si le bloc d’alimentation est endommagé, n’essayez pas de le réparer vous-même.

Contactez un technicien électrique qualié ou votre revendeur.

NE PAS jeter au feu. NE PAS court-

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Conventions utilisés dans ce manuel

Pour être certains que vous effectuiez certaines tâches correctement, veuillez prendre notes des symboles suivants.

DANGER/AVERTISSEMENT: Ces informations vous permettront d’éviter de

vous blesser lors de la réalisation d’une tâche.

ATTENTION : Informations destinées à éviter d’endommager le matériel lors

d’une tâche.

IMPORTANT : Instructions que vous devez suivre pour terminer une tâche.

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REMARQUE : Informations additionnelles destinées à certaines situations

spéciques..

Où trouver plus d’informations

Consultez les sources suivantes pour plus d’informations ou pour la mise à jour du produit

et/ou des logiciels.

Sites Web ASUS

Le site Web ASUS offre des informations à jour sur le matériel ASUS et sur les logiciels

afférents. Reportez-vous au site Web d’ASUS sur www.asus.com.

Support technique ASUS local

Visitez le site de support d’ASUS sur

contact avec un ingénieur de support technique.

http://support.asus.com/contact pour prendre

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Contenu de la boîte

Ordinateur de bureau ASUS

Tapis de souris x1 Cordon d’alimentation x1 NERO 9 x1

CD de restauration x1 CD de support x1 Carte de garantie x1

Attaches de câble x3 Manuel de l’utilisateur x1

• Si l’un des éléments est endommagé ou manquant, contactez votre revendeur.

• Les illustrations ci-dessus sont données à titre indicatif. Les spécications du produit

peuvent varier en fonction des modèles.

• Le clavier et la souris peuvent être inclus dans certaines régions.

Clavier de jeu USB x1

(Optionnel)

Souris de jeu x1 (Optionnel)

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Chapitre 1

Démarrer

Bienvenue !

Merci pour votre achat d’un ordinateur de bureau ASUS Séries CG ! Les séries d’ordinateurs de bureau ASUS Séries CG offrent des performances à la pointe de

l’industrie, une abilité sans faille et des utilitaires variés et conviviaux. Le tout dans un boîtier

au style futuriste et stylisé.

Lisez la carte de garantie ASUS avant de congurer votre ordinateur de bureau ASUS.

Faire connaissance avec votre ordinateur

Les illustrations sont uniquement données à titre indicatif. Les ports et leur emplacement ainsi que la couleur du châssis peuvent varier en fonction des modèles.

Panneau avant

Cliquez sur un nombre pour visualiser la description correspondante.

ASUS Séries CG 1-1

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1. Clapet des ports d’E/S. Soulevez pour accéder aux ports d’E/S.

2. Lecteur optique.

3. LED d’activité du lecteur optique.

4. Bouton d’éjection d’urgence du lecteur optique.

s’éjecte pas, insérez un objet pointu tel qu’un stylo à bille pour éjecter le plateau.

5. Bouton d’éjection du lecteur optique.

optique.

6. Port microphone (rose).

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7. Port casque (vert).

8. Ports USB 2.0.

périphériques disposant de ports USB 2.0 (souris, imprimante, PDA, appareil photo).

9. Capteur d’alimentation.

10. Lecteur d’empreintes digitales.

digitale pour sécuriser votre ordinateur contre les accès non autorisés.

Ces ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 permettent de connecter des

Ce port permet de connecter un micro.

Se connecte à des écouteurs stéréo ou à une paire d’enceintes.

Touchez ce capteur pour allumer l’ordinateur.

Appuyez pour éjecter le plateau du lecteur

Ce lecteur numérise et anthentie une empreinte

Si le plateau du lecteur optique ne

Avant d’utiliser le lecteur d’empreintes digitales, assurez-vous d’avoir congurer un compte

utilisateur et enregistré une ou plusieurs empreintes digitales.

11. Port IEEE 1394a. Ce port IEEE 1394a 6 broches offre une connectivité haut débit pour

les dispositifs audio/vidéo, les périphériques de stockage ou portables et les PC.

12. Fente pour carte Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard/Memory Stick.

carte mémoire Secure Digital™, MultiMediaCard ou Memory Stick dans l’une de ces

fentes.

13. Fente pour carte Smart.

14. Fente pour carte CompactFlash

Microdrive™ dans ce slot.

Insérez une carte Smart dans cette fente.

/ Microdrive™. Insérez une carte CompactFlash® /

Insérez une

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Panneau arrière CG7435

7 8 9

10 11 12

Cliquez sur un nombre pour visualiser la description correspondante.

1. Port souris PS/2 (vert). Ce port est destiné à la connexion d’une souris PS/2.

2. Port clavier PS/2 (mauve). Ce port est destiné à la connexion d’un clavier PS/2.

3. Bouton d’effacement du CMOS. Appuyez sur ce bouton pour effacer les informations

de conguration lorsque le système plante en raison d’un overclocking.

4. Ports USB 3.0. Ces ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 permettent de connecter des

périphériques disposant de ports USB 3.0.

5. Ports USB 2.0. Ces ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 permettent de connecter des

périphériques disposant de ports USB 2.0 (souris, imprimante, PDA, appareil photo).

6. Port eSATA. Ce port permet de connecter un périphérique Serial ATA (SATA) tel qu’un

disque dur ou un lecteur optique externe.

7. Port de sortie pour haut-parleurs latéraux (gris). Ce port permet de connecter les

haut-parleurs latéraux d’un système d’enceintes 8 canaux.

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ASUS Séries CG 1-3

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8. Port de sortie pour haut-parleurs arrières (noir). Ce port permet de connecter les

haut-parleurs arrières d’un système d’enceintes 4, 6 et 8 canaux.

9. Port de sortie pour haut-parleur central/Caisson de basse (orange). Ce port

permet de connecter le haut-parleur central ou le caisson de basse d’un système d’enceintes.

10. Port microphone (rose). Ce port permet de connecter un microphone.

11. Port de sortie audio (vert). Ce port permet de connecter un casque audio ou un haut-

parleur. En conguration audio 4, 6 ou 8 canaux, ce port se connecte aux haut-parleurs

avants d’un système d’enceintes.

12. Port d’entrée audio (bleu clair). Ce port permet de connecter un lecteur CD/DVD ou

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toute autre source audio.

Reportez-vous au tableau de conguration audio ci-dessous pour une description de la fonction des ports audio en conguration 2, 4, 6 ou 8 canaux.

Congurations audio 2, 4, 6 et 8 canaux

Port

Bleu clair Entrée audio Entrée audio Entrée audio Entrée audio

Vert Sortie audio

Rose Entrée micro Entrée micro Entrée micro Entrée micro

Orange – –

Noir –

Gris – – –

Casque/2

canaux

4 canaux 6 canaux 8 canaux

Sortie haut-parleurs

avants

Sortie haut-parleurs

arrières

Sortie haut-parleurs

avants

Haut-parleur central/

Caisson de basse

Sortie haut-parleurs

arrières

Sortie haut-parleurs

Haut-parleur central/

Caisson de basse

Sortie haut-parleurs

avants

arrières

latéraux

13. Ports DVI-I. Ces ports permettent de connecter un téléviseur ou un moniteur disposant

d’un connecteur DVI-I.

14. Supports métalliques

. Retirez ces supports métalliques pour insérer une carte

d’extension.

15. Connecteur d’alimentation. Branchez le cordon d’alimentation sur ce connecteur.

Tension nominale : 100-240V~, 60Hz/50Hz, 10A-5A

16. Interrupteur d’alimentation. Déplacez cet interrupteur pour alimenter ou non

l’ordinateur en courant électrique.

17. Bouches d’aération. Ces ouvertures du châssis permettent la ventilation de l’air.

NE PAS couvrir les bouches d’aération du châssis an de garantir la bonne ventilation de

votre ordinateur

18. DisplayPorts.

Ces ports permettent de connecter un moniteur d’afchage.

19. Ports HDMI. Ces ports permettent de connecter un moniteur HDMI ou tout autre

équipement doté d’un connecteur HDMI.

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20. Port réseau (RJ-45). Ce port permet une connexion Gigabit à un réseau local par le

biais d’un hub réseau.

Indicateurs LED réseau

LED Activité/Lien LED vitesse État Description État Description

ÉTEINTE Pas de lien ÉTEINTE Connexion 10Mbps ORANGE Lié ORANGE Connexion 100Mbps CLIGNOTANTE Activité de

données

VERTE Connexion 1Gbps

LED ACT/

VITESSE

LIEN

Port réseau

LED

21. Port IEEE 1394a. Ce port permet de connecter un périphérique IEEE 1394 tel qu’un

camescope.

22. Port de sortie S/PDIF optique.

Ce port sert à être relié à un périphérique audio

externe via un câble optique S/PDIF.

CG8490

6 7 8

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9 10 11

Cliquez sur un nombre pour visualiser la description correspondante.

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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. Bouton d’effacement du CMOS. Appuyez sur ce bouton pour effacer les informations

de conguration lorsque le système plante en raison d’un overclocking.

4. Ports USB 3.0. Ces ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 permettent de connecter des

périphériques disposant de ports USB 3.0.

5. Ports USB 2.0. Ces ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 permettent de connecter des

périphériques disposant de ports USB 2.0 (souris, imprimante, PDA, appareil photo).

6. Port de sortie pour haut-parleurs latéraux (gris). Ce port permet de connecter les

haut-parleurs latéraux d’un système d’enceintes 8 canaux.

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7. Port de sortie pour haut-parleurs arrières (noir). Ce port permet de connecter les

haut-parleurs arrières d’un système d’enceintes 4, 6 et 8 canaux.

8. Port de sortie pour haut-parleur central/Caisson de basse (orange). Ce port

permet de connecter le haut-parleur central ou le caisson de basse d’un système d’enceintes.

9. Port microphone (rose). Ce port permet de connecter un microphone.

10. Port de sortie audio (vert). Ce port permet de connecter un casque audio ou un haut-

parleur. En conguration audio 4, 6 ou 8 canaux, ce port se connecte aux haut-parleurs

avants d’un système d’enceintes.

11. Port d’entrée audio (bleu clair). Ce port permet de connecter un lecteur CD/DVD ou

toute autre source audio.

Reportez-vous au tableau de conguration audio ci-dessous pour une description de la fonction des ports audio en conguration 2, 4, 6 ou 8 canaux.

Congurations audio 2, 4, 6 et 8 canaux

Port

Bleu clair Entrée audio Entrée audio Entrée audio Entrée audio

Vert Sortie audio

Rose Entrée micro Entrée micro Entrée micro Entrée micro

Orange – –

Noir –

Gris – – –

Casque/2

canaux

4 canaux 6 canaux 8 canaux

Sortie haut-parleurs

avants

Sortie haut-parleurs

arrières

Sortie haut-parleurs

avants

Haut-parleur central/

Caisson de basse

Sortie haut-parleurs

arrières

Sortie haut-parleurs

Haut-parleur central/

Caisson de basse

Sortie haut-parleurs

avants

arrières

latéraux

12. Ports DVI-I. Ces ports permettent de connecter un téléviseur ou un moniteur disposant

d’un connecteur DVI-I.

13. Supports métalliques

. Retirez ces supports métalliques pour insérer une carte

d’extension.

14. Connecteur d’alimentation. Branchez le cordon d’alimentation sur ce connecteur.

Tension nominale : 100-240V~, 60Hz/50Hz, 10A-5A

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15. Interrupteur d’alimentation. Déplacez cet interrupteur pour alimenter ou non

l’ordinateur en courant électrique.

16. Bouches d’aération. Ces ouvertures du châssis permettent la ventilation de l’air.

NE PAS couvrir les bouches d’aération du châssis an de garantir la bonne ventilation de

votre ordinateur

17. DisplayPorts. Ces ports permettent de connecter un moniteur d’afchage.

18. Ports HDMI. Ces ports permettent de connecter un moniteur HDMI ou tout autre

équipement doté d’un connecteur HDMI.

19. Port réseau (RJ-45).

Ce port permet une connexion Gigabit à un réseau local par le

biais d’un hub réseau.

Indicateurs LED réseau

LED Activité/Lien LED vitesse État Description État Description

ÉTEINTE Pas de lien ÉTEINTE Connexion 10Mbps ORANGE Lié ORANGE Connexion 100Mbps CLIGNOTANTE Activité de

données

VERTE Connexion 1Gbps

LED ACT/

VITESSE

LIEN

Port réseau

LED

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20. Port IEEE 1394a.

Ce port permet de connecter un périphérique IEEE 1394 tel qu’un

camescope.

21. Port de sortie S/PDIF optique.

Ce port sert à être relié à un périphérique audio

externe via un câble optique S/PDIF.

22. Port de sortie S/PDIF coaxial.

Ce port sert à être relié à un périphérique audio

externe via un câble coaxial S/PDIF.

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Congurer votre ordinateur

Cette section vous offre des informations sur la connexion des composants principaux de l’ordinateur tels que le moniteur, le clavier, la souris et le cordon d’alimentation.

Connecter un moniteur externe

Pour connecter un moniteur externe à la carte graphique ASUS :

1. Connectez votre moniteur à l’un des ports d’afchage de la carte graphique ASUS.

2. Connectez le moniteur à une source d’alimentation.

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Les ports d’afchage de la carte graphique ASUS peuvent varier en fonction des modèles.

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Connecter un clavier et une souris USB

Connectez un clavier et/ou une souris USB aux ports USB situés à l’arrière de votre ordinateur.

Connecter le cordon d’alimentation

Connectez une extrémité du cordon d’alimentation au connecteur d’alimentation situé à l’arrière de votre ordinateur et l’autre extrémité à une prise électrique.

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Allumer ou éteindre l’ordinateur

Cette section décrit comment éteindre ou allumer votre ordinateur.

Allumer votre ordinateur

Pour allumer votre ordinateur :

1. Allumez le moniteur.

2. Placez l’ordinateur sous tension en mettant l’interrupteur d’alimentation sur la position

“I”, puis touchez le capteur pour mettre en route l’ordinateur.

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Sous tension

Hors tension

Capteur d’alimentation

3. Patientez le temps que le système d’exploitation se charge automatiquement.

Éteindre votre ordinateur

Pour éteindre votre ordinateur :

1. Fermez toutes les applications en cours d’exécution.

2. Cliquez sur

3. Cliquez sur

4. Placez l’interrupteur d’alimentation sur la position “

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dans le Bureau de Windows®.

pour fermer le système d’exploitation.

O”.

Chapitre 2

Utiliser Windows® 7

Démarrer pour la première fois

Lorsque vous démarrez votre ordinateur pour la première fois, une série d’écrans

apparaissent pour vous guider dans la conguration des paramètres de base du système

d’exploitation Windows® 7.

Pour démarrer pour la première fois :

1. Allumez votre ordinateur. Patientez quelques minutes jusqu’à ce que l’écran

Congurer Windows apparaisse.

2. Dans le menu déroulant, sélectionnez votre langue. Cliquez sur

3. Dans les menus déroulant, sélectionnez votre

monétaires et Disposition du clavier. Cliquez sur Suivant.

4. Entrez un identiant unique dans les champs

l’ordinateur. Cliquez sur Suivant.

5. Entrez les informations nécessaires à la conguration du mot de passe, puis cliquez

sur Suivant. Vous pouvez aussi cliquer sur Suivant pour ignorer cette étape.

Si vous souhaitez dénir un mot de passe ultérieurement, référez-vous à la section

Congurer un compte d’utilisateur et un mot de passe de ce chapitre.

Pays ou région, Formats d’horaires et

nom d’utilisateur et nom de

Suivant.

6. Lisez attentivement les termes du contrat de licence. Cochez

contrat de licence puis cliquez sur Suivant.

7. Sélectionnez

les mises à jour importantes pour congurer les paramètres de sécurité de votre ordinateur. Pour ignorer cette étape, sélectionnez Me redemander ultérieurement.

8. Vériez vos paramètres de date et d’heure. Cliquez sur

les nouveaux paramètres et redémarre. Vous pouvez dès lors commencer à utiliser votre ordinateur.

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Utiliser les paramètres recommandés ou Installer uniquement

J’accepte les termes du

Suivant. Le système charge

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Utiliser le Bureau de Windows® 7

Cliquez sur l’icône Démarrer > Aide et support pour obtenir plus d’informations sur Windows® 7.

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Menu Démarrer

Barre des tâches

Zone de notication

Utiliser le menu Démarrer

Le menu Démarrer vous donne accès aux programmes, utilitaires et autres outils utiles pour votre ordinateur. Il permet également d’obtenir plus d’informations sur Windows 7 par le biais de la fonctionnalité Aide et support.

Lancer des éléments du menu Démarrer

Pour exécuter un élément du menu Démarrer :

1. Dans la barre des tâches de Windows

2. Dans le menu Démarrer, sélectionnez l’élément à exécuter.

Vous pouvez épingler les programmes que vous souhaitez voir apparaître dans le menu Démarrer. Pour plus de détails, référez-vous à la section Épingler des programmes dans le menu Démarrer ou la barre des tâches de ce chapitre.

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, cliquez sur l’icône Démarrer .

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Utiliser l’élément Mise en route

La fonctionnalité Mise en route du menu Démarrer contient des informations sur les tâches de base comme la personnalisation de Windows®,

l’ajout de nouveaux utilisateurs et le transfert de chiers pour vous aider à vous familiariser avec

Windows® 7.

Pour utiliser la fonctionnalité Mise en route :

1. Dans la barre des tâches de Windows cliquez sur l’icône Démarrer pour ouvrir

le menu Démarrer.

2. Sélectionnez

tâches disponibles apparaît.

3. Sélectionnez une tâche.

Mise en route. La liste des

Utiliser la barre des tâches

La barre des tâches vous permet de démarrer et de gérer les programmes ou outils installés sur votre ordinateur.

Lancer un programme depuis la barre des tâches

Pour lancer un programmes depuis la barre des tâches :

• Dans la barre des tâches de Windows programme/utilitaire associé. Cliquez de nouveau sur l’icône pour masquer le programme.

, cliquez sur une icône pour lancer le

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Vous pouvez épingler les programmes que vous souhaitez voir apparaître dans la barre des tâches. Pour plus de détails, référez-vous à la section Épingler des programmes dans le menu Démarrer ou la barre des tâches de ce chapitre.

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Épingler des éléments dans la liste des liens

Lorsque vous faites un clic droit sur une icône de la barre des tâches, une liste apparaît pour offrir un accès rapide à certains liens des programmes ou éléments. Vous pouvez épingler divers éléments dans la liste de liens comme la liste de vos sites Web favoris, les dossiers fréquemment utilisés ou

vos chiers multimédia préférés.

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Pour épingler des éléments à la liste de liens :

1. Dans la barre des tâches, faites un clic droit sur une icône.

2. Dans la liste des liens, faites un clic droit sur l’élément à épingler, puis sélectionnez

Épingler à cette liste.

Détacher des éléments de la liste de liens

Pour détacher des éléments de la liste de liens :

1. Dans la barre des tâches, faites un clic droit sur une icône.

2. Dans la liste des liens, faites un clic droit sur l’élément à supprimer de la liste des liens,

puis sélectionnez Détacher de cette liste.

Épingler des programmes au menu Démarrer ou à la barre des tâches

Pour épingler des programmes au menu Démarrer ou à la barre des tâches :

1. Dans la barre des tâches de Windows sur l’icône Démarrer pour ouvrir le menu

Démarrer.

2. Faites un clic droit sur l’élément à épingler au

menu Démarrer ou à la barre des tâches.

3. Sélectionnez

Épingler au menu Démarrer.

Épingler à la barre des tâches ou

, cliquez

Vous pouvez aussi faire un clic droit sur l’icône d’un programme en cours d’exécution de la barre des tâches, puis sélectionner Épingler

ce programme à la barre des tâches.

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Détacher des programmes du menu Démarrer

Pour détacher des programmes du menu Démarrer :

1. Dans la barre des tâches de Windows

, cliquez sur l’icône Démarrer pour ouvrir le

menu Démarrer.

2. Dans le menu Démarrer, faites un clic droit sur le programme à détacher, puis

sélectionnez Supprimer de cette liste.

Détacher des programmes de la barre des tâches

Pour détacher des programmes de la barre des tâches :

1. Dans la barre des tâches, faites un clic droit sur le programme à supprimer, puis sélectionnez Détacher ce programme de la barre des tâches.

Utiliser la zone de notication

Par défaut, la zone de notication afche les trois icônes suivantes :

Centre de maintenance

Cliquez sur cette icône pour afcher tous les messages d’alerte/notications et ouvrir le

Centre de maintenance Windows®.

Connexion réseau

Cette icône afche l’état et la puissance du signal de la connexion avec ou sans l.

Volume

Cliquez sur cette icône pour ajuster le volume.

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Afcher une notication d’alerte

Pour afcher une notication d’alerte :

• Cliquez sur l’icône le message pour l’ouvrir.

Pour plus de détails, reportez-vous à la section Utiliser le Centre de maintenance Windows® de ce chapitre.

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, puis cliquez sur

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Personnaliser les icônes et les notications

Vous pouvez choisir d’afcher ou de masquer les icônes et les notications de la barre des tâches ou de la zone de notication.

Pour personnaliser les icônes et les notications :

1. Dans la zone de notication, cliquez sur l’icône

2. Cliquez sur

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3. Dans le menu déroulant, sélectionnez le comportement de chaque icône ou élément.

Personnaliser.

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Gérer vos chiers et vos dossiers

Utiliser Windows® Explorer

Windows® Explorer vous permet de visualiser, gérer et organiser vos chiers et dossiers.

Lancer Windows® Explorer

Pour démarrer Windows Explorer :

1. Dans la barre des tâches de Windows, cliquez sur l’icône Démarrer menu Démarrer.

2. Cliquez sur

Barre d’outils

Volet de navigation

Ordinateur pour lancer Windows Explorer.

Barre de navigation

Icône Afchage

pour ouvrir le

Barre de recherche

Icône Aperçu

Volet

d’afchage

Explorer les chiers et les dossiers

Pour explorer les chiers et les dossiers de votre ordinateur :

1. Lancez Windows Explorer.

2. Localisez vos données à partir du volet de navigation ou d’afchage.

3. Dans la barre de navigation, cliquez sur la èche pour afcher le contenu du disque

dur ou du dossier.

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Personnaliser l’afche des chiers/dossiers

Pour personnaliser l’afchage de vos chiers/dossiers :

1. Lancez Windows Explorer.

2. Localisez vos données à partir du volet de navigation.

3. Dans la barre d’outils, cliquez sur l’icône Afchage

4. Dans le menu Afchage, déplacez le curseur pour sélectionner le mode d’afchage à utiliser.

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Vous pouvez aussi cliquer n’importe

où sur le volet d’afchage, cliquer

sur Afchage, et sélectionner le

type d’afchage désiré.

Organiser vos chiers

Pour organiser vos chiers :

1. Lancez Windows Explorer.

2. Dans le champ

3. Sélectionnez le type d’organisation désiré.

Organiser par, cliquez pour afcher le menu déroulant.

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Asus CG8490 User Manual [en, de, fr]

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Notices

Safety information

Conventions used in this guide

Package contents

Chapter 1

Getting started

Welcome!

Getting to know your computer

Setting up your computer

Turning your computer ON/OFF

Chapter 2

Using Windows® 7

Using Windows® 7 desktop

Restoring your system

Protecting your computer

Getting Windows® Help and Support

Chapter 3

Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device

Connecting microphone and speakers

Connecting multiple external displays

Chapter 4

Using your computer

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC

Using the memory card reader

Using the optical drive

Using the multimedia keyboard

Chapter 5

Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection

Chapter 6

Using the utilities

ASUS AI Manager

ASUS Update

ASUS MyLogo2™

Nero 9

Recovering your system

Chapter 7

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Notes

Consignes de sécurité

Conventions utilisés dans ce manuel

Où trouver plus d’informations

Contenu de la boîte

Chapitre 1

Démarrer

Bienvenue !

Faire connaissance avec votre ordinateur

Allumer ou éteindre l’ordinateur

Chapitre 2

Utiliser Windows® 7

Démarrer pour la première fois

Utiliser le Bureau de Windows® 7