Asus CG8890 User Manual

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ASUS Gaming Desktop PC

ROG CG8890

User Manual

English

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E7592
First Edition

July 2012

Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.

No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any
means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written
permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).

Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modied or altered, unless
such repair, modication of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the

product is defaced or missing.
ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS

OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS
DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS,
LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE),
EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY
DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.

SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR
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MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.

Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or

copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identication or explanation and to the
owners’ benet, without intent to infringe.

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Contents

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

Safety information .......................................................................................... 7

Conventions used in this guide ...................................................................... 8

Where to nd more information ..................................................................... 8

Package contents .......................................................................................... 9

Chapter 1 Getting started

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

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

Setting up your computer ............................................................................. 16

Turning your computer ON/OFF .................................................................. 18

Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7

Starting for the rst time ............................................................................... 19

Using Windows® 7 desktop .......................................................................... 20

Managing your les and folders ................................................................... 22

Restoring your system settings .................................................................... 24

Protecting your computer ............................................................................. 25

Getting Windows® Help and Support ........................................................... 26

Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device ............................................................... 27

Connecting microphone and speakers ........................................................ 28

Connecting multiple external displays ......................................................... 31

Connecting an HDTV ................................................................................... 33

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Chapter 4 Using your computer

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC.............................................. 35

Using the memory card reader .................................................................... 36

Using the optical drive ................................................................................. 37

Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard ............................................ 38

Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse ..................................................... 39

Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection ......................................................................................... 47

Wireless connection (on selected models only) ........................................... 49

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Chapter 6 Using the utilities

AI Suite II ..................................................................................................... 51

System Level Up .......................................................................................... 52

Probe II ........................................................................................................ 53

Sensor Recorder .......................................................................................... 56

Ai Charger+ ................................................................................................. 58

USB 3.0 Boost .............................................................................................

ASUS Update .............................................................................................. 61

USB BIOS Flashback .................................................................................. 62

MyLogo2 ......................................................................................................

Audio congurations .................................................................................... 64

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 .............................................................................

ASUS AI Manager ........................................................................................ 69

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

Recovering your system .............................................................................. 79

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Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 81

ASUS contact information ............................................................................ 88

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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://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

Federal Communications Commission Statement

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

• This device may not cause harmful interference; and

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

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

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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:

same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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

Lithium-Ion Battery Warning

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards
for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to
responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging
materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling
information in different regions.

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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

• DO NOT

• DO NOT

• DO NOT

• Battery safety warning: DO NOT

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

• DO NOT

• DO NOT

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expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.
place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the

Desktop PC.

expose to strong magnetic or electrical elds.

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

electrical storms.

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

contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery.

35˚C (95F).

cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting

overheated.

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.

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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 completing
a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing 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 ROG Gaming

Desktop PC

ASUS ROG U9N Gaming

Keyboard package x1

ASUS GX900 Gaming

Mouse x1

Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1Installation Guide x1

Warranty card x1 Support DVD x1 Recovery DVD x1

(optional)

OR

Wi-Fi Ring moving antenna x2

(optional)

• 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.

• For details on using the bundled gaming keyboard and mouse, refer to sections Using

the ASUS ROG Gaming Keyboard

and Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse.

Antenna x1 (optional)

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Chapter 1

Getting started

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ROG CG8890 Gaming Desktop PC!
The ASUS ROG CG8890 Gaming 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

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

2. Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard slot.

Insert a Secure Digital™ card or

MultiMediaCard into this slot.

3. Optical disk drive bay.

4. Hot Swap Bay (empty).

5. Power LED.

This LED lights up when you turn on your computer.

6. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot.

There is an optical disk drive in this bay.

Allows you to install an additional HDD in this bay.

Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory

Stick Pro™ card into this slot.

7. CompactFlash

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

into this slot.

8. OC Button.

This button adjusts the System Level Up prole of your computer.

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

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

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

operating system.

• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows
OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.

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

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster
and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

10. 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.

11. Microphone port.

12. Headphone port.

This port connects to a microphone.

This port connects to a headphone or speaker.

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1. USB 2.0 ports.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.

2. Clear CMOS switch.

Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information

only when the system hangs due to overclocking.

3. Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. This port connects to an external audio output device via

an optical S/PDIF cable.

4. ROG Connect switch. Allows you to monitor and adjust the local PC through your
remote PC.

5. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0
devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

6. USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.

These Universal Serial
Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

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• The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions. UASP standard only
supports Windows® 8.

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

• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows
OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.

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

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster
and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

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7. External SATA ports.External SATA ports. These external SATA ports connects to SATA storage devices.

8. USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.

These Universal Serial
Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

9. Side Speaker Out port (gray).

This port connects to the side speakers in an 8-channel

audio conguration.

10. Rear Speaker Out port (black).Rear Speaker Out port (black).

This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4, 6, and

8-channel audio conguration.

11. Center/Subwoofer port (orange).

This port connects to the center/subwoofer

speakers.

12. Microphone port (pink).Microphone port (pink).

13. Line Out port (lime).Line Out port (lime).

This port connects to a microphone.

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.

14. Line In port (light blue).Line In port (light blue).

This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio

sources.

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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

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Headset

2-channel

4-channel 6-channel 8-channel

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15. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.

16. LAN (RJ-45) port.LAN (RJ-45) port.

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

through a network hub.

LAN port LED indications

Activity/Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description

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

ACT/LINK

LED

LAN port

SPEED

LED

17. Expansion slot bracket.Expansion slot bracket. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an
expansion card.21.

18. Sound card ports (removable).

These ports connect to your output devices such as

microphone, headset and speakers.

19. ASUS Graphics Card (optional).ASUS Graphics Card (optional).

The display output ports on this optional ASUS

Graphics Card may vary with different models.

20. Power switch.

21. Power connector (input rated: 100~120/200~240Vac, 60/50Hz, 10/5A).

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

Plug the

power cord to this connector.

22 . Air vents.

These vents allow air ventilation.

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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 (on selected models only)

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

To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card:

1. Connect 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.

• If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the
primary display device in the BIOS. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port
on the graphics card.

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

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Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse

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

The pre-installed setup utility for the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse can be
accessed only when connecting the mouse to your computer before starting Windows

7 for the rst time. Otherwise, you will have to manually install the setup utility from the

bundled Support DVD. Refer to section Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse of
Chapter 4 for details.

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 press the power button on your computer.

Power button

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

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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 Set Up Windows

appears.

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

3. From the dropdown lists, select your Country or region
Keyboard layout, then click Next.

4. Key in uniques names for the user name

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.

and computer name, then click Next.

Next.

, Time and currency, and

screen

Next. You may

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6. Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms

7. Select Use recommended settings
security settings for your computer. To skip this step, select Ask me later.

8. Review your date and time settings. Click
restarts. You may now start using your computer.

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or Install important updates only to set up the

Next. The system loads the new settings and

and click Next.

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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.

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:

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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.

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

2. Select Getting Started

3. Select the task that you want to do.

taskbar, click the Start icon .

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

. The list of available tasks appears.

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:

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• From the Windows
program.

You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. For more details,
refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter.

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

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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 quick­access 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:

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1. From the Windows

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

3. Select Pin to Taskbar

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

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

or Pin to Start menu.

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Unpinning programs from the Start menu

To unpin programs from the Start menu:

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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

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Unpinning programs from the taskbar

To unpin programs from the taskbar:

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

then select Unpin this program from taskbar.

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Using the notication area

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

Action Center notication

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

Action Center.

Network connection

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

Volume

Click this icon to adjust the volume.

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Displaying an alert notication

To display an alert notication:

• Click the Notication icon

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

, then click the message to open it.

Customizing icons and notications

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

To customize icons and notications:

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

2. Click

Customize.

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

customize.

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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:

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1. From the Windows

2. Click

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Computer to launch Windows Explorer.

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

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Exploring les and folders

To explore les and folders:

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1. Launch Windows

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.

Explorer.

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.

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Arranging your les

To arrange your les:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the Arrange by

3. Select your preferred arrangement type.

eld, click to display the dropdown list.

Sorting your les

To sort your les:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane.

3. From the menu that appears, select Sort by

, then select your preferred sorting type.

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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

type.

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Adding a new folder

To add a new folder:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the toolbar, click New folder

3. Key in a name for the new folder.

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

Backing up your les

Setting up a backup

To set up a backup:

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1. Click

2. Click Set up backup

3. Select your backup destination. Click

4. Select Let Windows choose (recommended)

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

> All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.

. Click Next.

Next.

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 settings

The Windows® System Restore feature creates a restore point where the computer’s system
settings are stored at certain time and date. It allows you to restore or undo changes to your
computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data.

To restore your system:

1. Close all running applications.

2. Click

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.

> 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:

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

Action Center.

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

, then click Open

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 All Programs

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

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

> Windows Update.

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 Manage another account

3. Select Create a new account

4. Key in the name of the new user.

5. Select either Standard user

6. When done, click Create Account

taskbar, click > Getting Started > Add new users.

.

.

or Administrator as the user type.

.

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Setting up a user’s password

To set up a user’s password:

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

2. Select Create a password

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

4. When done, click Create password

.

.

Activating the anti-virus software

Trend Micro Internet Security is pre-installed on your computer. It is a third-party anti-virus
software protecting your computer from virus. It is purchased separately. You have a 30-day
trial period after activating it.

To activate Trend Micro Internet Security:

1. Run the Trend Micro Internet Security application.

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

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

4. Click Finish to complete the activation.

.

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.

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

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online help.

Chapter 3

E-SATA

Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device

This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels.
These 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.

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Front panel

To remove a USB storage device:

1. Click

2. When the Safe to Remove Hardware

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from the Windows notication area on your

computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk or Eject
USB3.0 FlashDisk if you are using the USB3.0 ash drive

or USB3.0-compatible devices.

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.

Rear panel

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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 may come with VGA, HDMI, or 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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For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display
during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows.

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3. Turn on your computer.

4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution

setting screen:

• Click

> Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display >

Change display settings

.

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

click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.

5. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list.

• 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 desktop only on monitor

1 or monitor 2.

• Remove this display

: Select this options to remove the selected display.

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

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Connecting an HDTV

Connect a High Denition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer.

• You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. The HDMI cable is
purchased separately.

• To get the best display performance, ensure that your HDMI cable is less than 15
meters.

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Chapter 4

Eye level to the top of
the monitor screen

Foot rest 90˚ angles

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.

To maintain the proper posture:

• Position your computer chair to make sure 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 at the PC.

• Place the monitor directly in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even
with 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 straight 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. Insert the memory card into the card slot.

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

slot to avoid damaging the card.

• You can place 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.

2. 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 which is displayed on the Computer

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

screen.

3. 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 PUSH button.

2. Press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the tray.

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

4. Push the tray to close it.

5. 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.

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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 below the drive bay cover.

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

2. Remove the disc from the disc tray.

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Computer screen, and then click Eject.

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Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard

Your CG8580 Essentio Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS ROG U9N Gaming
Keyboard for an optimal gaming experience.

Installing the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard

Use the bundled PS/2 to USB adaptor to connect your gaming keyboard to your

1.

computer’s USB 2.0 port.

Check the section Package contents for the package contents of the ASUS ROG U9N
Gaming Keyboard.

Align and insert the wrist pad into the gaming keyboard’s wrist pad slots (A). Using both

2.

thumbs, push down the wrist pad until it snaps in place (B).

A

Restart your computer. Windows® automatically installs all necessary drivers for your

3.

keyboard.

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B

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Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse

Your CG8580 Essentio Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse
for your full-blast game control.

Check the section Package contents for the package contents of the ASUS GX900
Gaming Mouse.

The ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse comes with a left button, a right button, a scroll wheel, two

side buttons, a DPI button, and a specially designed Prole Switch button.

Keys Description Keys Description

Left button

1

Right button

2

Scroll wheel

3

DPI switch

4

Prole switch button/Prole indicator*

5

LED DPI indicator**

6

GX900 logo

7

IE Forward button

8

IE Backward button

9

Mouse feet

10

Mouse feet and Twin-Eye Laser sensor

11

Weight base (5 x 4.5g blocks)***

12

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*** To adjust the mouse weight, add or remove the weight blocks.

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*Prole switch LED indications

LED colors

None
Green
Red
Orange

**DPI switch LED indications

LED colors

2
4

Indications

Normal Prole

Prole 1
Prole 2
Prole 3

Indications

DPI Level 1

DPI Level 2

Launching the program

A specially designed program is pre-installed on your computer, which allows you to set up
your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to avail all its features.

When you connect ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to your computer before starting Windows®

7 for the rst time, the program automatically detected the mouse and can be accessed

directly. Otherwise, you will have to manually install the setup utility from the bundled Support
DVD.

To install the program from Support DVD, place the support DVD into the optical drive and
follow the onscreen instructions to launch the program.

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to
locate the GX900.exe le. Double-click the GX900.exe le to launch the program.

Setting your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse

Ensure that your gaming mouse is connected to your computer’s USB port. The program
automatically detects the mouse and displays the main menu.

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Main Menu

Items Description

1 Click each tab to display the selected prole menu.

Displays the prole icon to congure prole 1-3 menus.

2
3 Click to reset the DPI conguration to the previously saved settings.
4 Drag the slider to adjust the DPI value for each level.
5 Click to reset the button settings to the previous settings
6 Click to display the different prole color indicators and their status.
7 Click to load the saved prole to your mouse.
8 Click to save the current prole settings to your hard disk drive.

9 Click to reset all the mouse settings to the factory default settings.
10 Click to save the settings you have made.
11 Click to save the settings you have made and exit the program.

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* Each prole provides two DPI levels. Two DPI switch LEDs light up indicating that you are

using Level 1, and four LEDs light up indicating that you are using Level 2.

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Prole 1 menu

Items Description

1 Click to open the Edit menu and change the prole name and prole icon.
2 Enter the desired prole name.
3 Click to locate the image le you want to use as the prole icon.

4

Select the function for each button/action from the drop down list.

* Refer to the table below for more details.

Functions Description

L-Button Left mouse button function
R-Button Right mouse button function
M-Button Middle mouse button function

IE Backward

IE Forward

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IE Backward button function. If selected, press the button to go back to
the previous page.

IE Forward button function. If selected, press the button to go to the
next page.

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Functions Description

Keyboard Press the button to perform a keystroke or keystroke sequence.

Macro

Script #1-6

DPI [+]
DPI [-]

Press the button to run a command or series of commands that you
can edit via the Edit Macro menu. See Macro menu for details.

Press the button to run a script that you can edit via the Edit Script
menu. See Edit Script menu for details.

Press the button to increase the DPI value.
Press the button to decrease the DPI value.

DPI Level 1/2 Press the button to use the DPI Level 1/2.

Prole Switch Prole Switch button function.
Normal Prole Press the button to use the normal prolle.
User Prole 1/2/3 Press the button to use the customized prole 1/2/3.

Press the button to scroll leftward/rightward as a tilt wheel does.

Wheel (left/right)

This function only works for Microsoft® Ofce applications under
the Windows® 7/Vista operating systems.

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Rapid Fire (mouse)

Rapid Fire (key)

Web Browser

Press the button to do a rapid re in a click-to-attack game, which is

the same as triple clicking the left mouse button.

Press the button to do a rapid re in a game using the spacebar to

attack, which is the same as pressing the keyboard’s spacebar thrice.
Press the button to launch your default web browser.

E-mail Press the button to launch your default e-mail application.
Media Player

Press the button to launch your default media player.

Play/Pause
Stop
Next Track

These buttons become playback control buttons in an active media
player.

Prev Track
Volume Up/Down

Press the button to increase/decrease the system volume.

Mute Press the button to turn the volume’s mute mode on/off.
Calculator Press the button to launch the Calculator application.
My Computer

Press the button to open My Computer window.

Disabled Select this item to deactivate the mouse’s selected button.

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Edit Macro menu

Items Description

Edit Macro Click to open the Edit Macro menu.

Timing

Insert

Check this item to record the time between pressing down and
releasing a button. (Default: 12 milliseconds)

When checked, the new instruction will be inserted before the selected

instruction. Otherwise, any new instruction will be given the rst priority.

Start* Click to start recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
Stop Click to stop recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
Clear Click to clear all saved instructions.
Move up/down
Instruction

cycle time

Click to move up/down the selected instruction.
When Timing is unchecked, all the actions’ delay time will be the value

you chose from the drop down list.

Loop Sets the macro to run at a click and stop when clicked again.
Fire Sets the macro to run once in one click.

Keeping re

Sets the macro to run when you hold down the button and stop when
you release the button.

Export Click to save the current macro to your hard disk drive.
Import Click to load a macro from your hard disk drive.

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Edit Script menu

Items Description

Edit Script Click to open the Edit Script menu.

Timing

Insert

Check this item to record the time between pressing down and
releasing a button. (Default: 12 milliseconds)

When checked, the new instruction will be inserted before the selected

instruction. Otherwise, any new instruction will be given the rst priority.

Start Click to start recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
Stop Click to stop recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
Clear Click to clear all saved instructions.
Move up/down
Instruction

cycle time

Click to move up/down the selected instruction.
When Timing is unchecked, all the actions’ delay time will be the value

you chose from the drop down list.

Loop Sets the script to run at a click and stop when clicked again.
Fire Sets the script to run once in one click.

Keeping re

Sets the script to run when you hold down the button and stop when
you release the button.

Export Click to save the current script to your hard disk drive.
Import Click to load a script from your hard disk drive.

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Chapter 5

E-SATA

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.

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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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E-SATA

RJ-45 cable

LAN

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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Wireless connection (on selected models only)

E-SATA

Wireless AP

Modem

Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection.

To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP).

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• To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external
antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card.

• Place the antennas on the top of your computer for the best wireless performance.

• The external antennas are optional items.

To connect to a wireless network:

1. Click the network icon in the notication area to display the available wireless
networks.

2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click

3. You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network, then
click OK.

4. Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network.

5. The wireless connection is established successfully. The connection status is displayed
and the network icon displays the connected status.

Connect.

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Chapter 6

Using the utilities

Software information

Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you
through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software

application for more information.

AI Suite II

AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to
launch and operate these utilities simultaneously.

Installing AI Suite II

To install AI Suite II on your computer

1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your
computer has enabled the Autorun feature.

2. Click on the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation.

Using AI Suite II

AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). The AI
Suite II icon appears in the Windows® notication area. Click on the icon to open the AI Suite
II main menu bar.

Click on each button to select and launch a utility, to monitor the system, to update the

motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to customize the settings of AI Suite II.

.

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Click to
select a
utility

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Click to
monitor
sensors
or CPU
frequency

• •The applications in the Tool menu vary with models.

• The screeshots of AI Suite II in this user manual are for reference only. The actual
screenshots vary with models.

• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website
at www.asus.com for detailed software conguration.

Click to
update the
motherboard
BIOS

Click to
show system
information

Click to
display ASUS
support
information

Click to customize
interface settings

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The Tool menu

The Tool menu includes System Level Up, Probe II, Sensor
Recorder, Dr. Net, USB 3.0 Boost,and Ai Charger+.

System Level Up

System Level Up allows you to overclock the system from within Windows
settings.

To launch System Level up, click Tool > System Level Up on the AI Suite II menu bar.

Assign the hot keys for the System Level Up prole exchange. You can adjust the hot key
settings manually. See gure below for details.

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Adjust System Level Up via two methods:

BIOS

In the BIOS Setup program, click Extreme Tweaker > System Level Up, and congure
the options as needed.

OC Button

Press the OC button on the upper left side corner of the front panel of your desktop.

Probe II

Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you
of any problems. Probe II monitors fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages,
among others. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy
operating condition.

Launching Probe II

After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Probe II by clicking
Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

Conguring Probe II

Click the Voltage/Temperature/Fan Speed tabs to activate the sensors or to adjust the
sensor threshold values. The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of
sensor alerts, or change the temperature unit.

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Saves your

conguration

Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at
www.asus.com for detailed software conguration.

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conguration

Loads the default

threshold values

for each sensor

Applies changesLoads your saved

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Voltage

The Voltage tab displays the system voltage sensors, including the current and
threshold values. When a system voltage is less or more than the threshold
percentage, the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels, or via a
pop-up message.

Temperature

The Temperature tab displays the CPU and motherboard temperature sensors,
including the current and threshold values. When the CPU/MB temperature exceeds
the threshold temperature, the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor
panels or via a pop-up message.

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Fan Speed

The Fan Speed tab displays the current and threshold rotations (per minute) of the
CPU, chassis, and power fans. When a fan rotation is less than the threshold rotation,
the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels or via a pop-up
message.

Preference

The Preference tab allows you to enable the pop-up window, set the cycle detection
interval, and select the temperature unit.

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Alert Log

The Alert Log tab displays all normal and critical events detected by the sensors,
including the sensor value at the time of the event. Click Clear to empty the log.

Sensor Recorder

Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on

a timeline. The History Record function allows you to record specic time periods for all three

values.

Launching Sensor Recorder

After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Sensor Recorder by
clicking Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

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Using Sensor Recorder

Click on Voltage/ Temperature/ Fan Speed tabs for the status you want to monitor. Colored
lines will automatically appear on the diagram to indicate real-time changes to the system
status.

Using History Record

1. Click on the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Type, Date,
Record Interval, and Record Duration.

2. Colored lines representing the values will be displayed on the graph to indicate
changes over a given period of time.

3. Click on Recording to record the changes.

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Click on Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and a highlight of the system
statuses will appear on the right panel.

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Ai Charger+

Battery Charging Version 1.1 (BC 1.1), a USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) certied USB

charging function, is designed to make USB charging faster than standard USB. Using Ai

Charger+, a BC 1.1 compliant USB device* will be detected automatically once connected
to the system and will begin charging at up to three times faster** than standard USB

devices.

• * Check your USB device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 feature.

• ** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.

• Remove and reconnect your USB device after enabling or disabling Ai Charger+ to
ensure normal charging function.

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USB 3.0 Boost

ASUS’ exclusive USB 3.0 Boost increases the speed of USB 3.0 devices and provides up-to­date support for the USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP) standard. With USB 3.0 Boost, you
can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.0 devices with ease.

Launching USB 3.0 Boost

After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch USB 3.0 Boost by
clicking Tool > USB 3.0 Boost on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

Conguring USB 3.0 Boost

1. Connect a USB 3.0 device to the USB 3.0 port.

2. USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the type of connected device and switches to

Turbo mode or UASP mode (if UASP is supported by the connected device).

3. You can manually switch the USB 3.0 mode back to

Normal mode at any time.

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Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at
www.asus.com for detailed software conguration.

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The Monitor menu

The Monitor menu includes the Sensor and CPU
Frequency panels.

Sensor

The Sensor panel displays real-time values provided by system sensors monitoring fan
rotation, CPU temperature, and voltage.

To launch Sensor:

• Click

Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

CPU Frequency

The CPU Frequency panel displays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage.

To launch CPU frequency:

• Click

Monitor > CPU Frequency on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

As displayed in the right pane (system information area)

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CPU Frequency panel

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The Update menu

The Update menu allows you to update the
motherboard BIOS and the boot logo using ASUS
update utilities.

ASUS Update

ASUS Update provides options for updating the BIOS on your system. You can update the

BIOS on your system immediately or simply save the BIOS le for later use.

Launching ASUS Update

After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by
clicking Update> ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

Using ASUS Update

Select what you would like to do with the BIOS utility. Click Next and follow the instructions to
complete your request.

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• Update BIOS from Internet

Download the latest BIOS utility from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com) and

follow the procedures to update the BIOS version on your system.

• Download BIOS from Internet

Download the latest BIOS utility from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com) and
save for later use.

•

Update BIOS from le

Use the BIOS utility to upload a saved BIOS le to update the BIOS version on your

system.

•

Save BIOS to le

Back up the current BIOS on your system to a le or USB disk.

There may be risks of a system crash when updating BIOS. Backing up the original BIOS
utility is recommended before updating.

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USB BIOS Flashback

The USB BIOS Flashback allows user to update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or the

operating system by using a USB ash disk drive.

1. Download the latest BIOS le from the

ASUS website.

2. Extract and rename the BIOS image le

to “CG8890.CAP”.

3. Copy

4. Turn off the system and connect the

5. Hold the ROG Connect button

6. Wait until the LED stops blinking,

“CG8890.CAP” to the root

directory of the USB ash disk drive.

USB ash drive to the ROG Connect

port (the white USB 2.0 port) at the rear
panel of the motherboard.

until the
LED begins to blink, then release the
button.

indicating that the BIOS update process is
complete.

• This function supports USB ash disks formatted using FAT 32/16 on a

single partition.

• Disable ErP READY in the BIOS before using the USB BIOS Flashback

feature via the ROG Connect port.

• DO NOT unplug the power while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot

failure.

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MyLogo2

This MyLogo utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears
on screen during the Power-On-Self-Tests (POST). Personalize your computer from the very

beginning!

Launching ASUS Update

After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch MyLogo by clicking

Update> MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

Using MyLogo

Select what you would like to do then click Next and follow the instructions.

Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard

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1. On the Picture File item, click

logo. Then click Next.

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Browse and choose the desired image for your boot

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Audio congurations

The Realtek® audio CODEC provides 7.1-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate
audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF
Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes the Realtek® proprietary
UAJ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for all audio ports, eliminating cable connection
errors and giving users plug and play convenience.

Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that

came with the motherboard package.
If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will

nd the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar.
Double-click on the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio
Manager.

A. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows® Vista™ / 7

Set default

device button

Conguration

option tabs

Control

settings

window

Realtek HD Audio Manager

Device
advanced
settings

Connector
settings

Analog
and digital
connector
status

Information
button

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B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP

Conguration

options

Control settings

window

Information
button

Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at
www.asus.com for detailed software conguration.

Exit
button

Minimize
button

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2

This application is available only under Windows® Vista and Windows® 7 operating
systems.

This installation requires that you have the latest version of the Windows Media Player
installed on your system. Ensure to download and install the latest Windows Media Player
before installing Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2.

The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Denition Audio, previously code-named Azalia)
CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking

functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams
to different destinations.

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Activating Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2

After installing Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 successfully, you need to activate this utility online

before rst use.

1. Double-click Activate on the desktop.

Ensure that you have successfully installed the LAN driver and you are connected to the
Internet.

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2. Click Activate to start activation.

Using Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2

Speaker and Headphone
EAX

Equalizer
Mixer

THX
Adjusting Volume

Restore to Defaults

Mute

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Speaker and Headphone

You can adjust speaker-related or

headphone-related congurations in

the Sound Blaster Console.

Environment Audio Extensions (EAX)

After enabling the EAX effects, you
are allowed to select and add your
desired environment sounds into the
music.

Equalizer

You can manually adjust the audio

frequency with the equalizer and
customize your presets for later use.

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Mixer

You can manually adjust the audio
volumes, including Line In, Stereo Mix
and Microphone, when recording or
during the playback.

THX

THX is a high-delity sound

technology that allows you to adjust
the surround sound effect, sub-woofer
volume, etc.

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ASUS AI Manager

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

Launching AI Manager

To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click

AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx

After launching the application, the AI Manager icon appears on
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.

. The AI Manager quick bar appears on the desktop.

AI Manager quick bar

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

Click to extend or restore

Start > All Programs > ASUS >

Exit button
Switch to main Window

Add to ToolBar

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My Favorites

Main

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.

Support Information

Main

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

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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.

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

a password with a maximum of 20 alphanumeric characters.

2. Conrm password.

3. Key in a password hint (recommended).

4. Click

Ok.

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

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

To unlock the device:

1. Select the locked device, then click

Apply.

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

To change the password:

• Click Change Password

, then follow the onscreen instructions to change

password.

AI Booting

AI Booting allows you to specify boot device priority sequence.

Ok.

Ok.

English

To specify the boot sequence:

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

2. Click

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Apply.

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My Favorites

My Favorites allows you to add applications 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 detailed information about your system,
motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed device(s), and memory.

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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 the Installation Wizard. Click Next.

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5. Click

Next to continue.

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

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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 Data Burning

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

> Add.

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3. After selecting 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

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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 <

3. Select one of the following recovery options.

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

F9> during bootup.
Enter> to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled].

System Recovery:

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

System Image Backup:

This feature allows you to burn system image backups to 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.

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

Remove or disconnect any external hard disks before performing system recovery on your
Desktop PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data due to the risk 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 <

F8> on bootup and select the optical drive (may be

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

3. Select OK to start.

4. Select OK to conrm system recovery.

Restoring will overwrite your hard drive. Back up all your important data before 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

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

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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 Turning

your computer ON/OFF

My computer hangs.

?

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

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

then click Start Task Manager.

2. Click the

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

• If the keyboard is not responding. Press and hold the Power button on the top
of your chassis until the computer shuts down. Then press the Power button
to turn it on.

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.

Applications tab.

in Chapter 1.

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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.

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• 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.

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• 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 moment 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 is malfunctioning.

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

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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 distorted.

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• 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 Screen Resolution setting screen:

• Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display >
Change display settings.

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

appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.

2. Adjust the resolution. Refer to the documentation included with your HDTV
for the resolution.

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 an electrical power source and turned on.

• Adjust your speakers’ volume.

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

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

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

from the Windows notication area, then click .

and drag the slider to adjust the volume.

. To enable the system

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The DVD drive cannot read a disc.

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

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

non-standard size or shape.

• Check if the disc is scratched or damaged.

The DVD drive eject button is not responding.

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1. Click > Computer.

2. Right-click

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, then click Eject from the menu.

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Power

Problem Possible Cause Action

Incorrect power voltage

No power
(The power
indicator is off)

Your computer is not
turned on.

Your computer’s power
cord is not properly
connected.

• If your computer has a power
voltage switch, set it to your area’s
power requirements.

• Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure
that the power cord is unplugged
from the power outlet.

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

• Ensure that the power cord is

properly connected.

• Use a different power cord.

PSU (Power supply unit)
problems

Please call our Call Center for repair.

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

The LAN cable is not
connected.

Connect the LAN cable to your
computer.

Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not,

LAN cable problems

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

Cannot access
the Internet

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

Network settings

Problems caused by the
anti-virus software

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.

Driver problems Reinstall the LAN driver

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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No Audio

Speaker or headphone
does not work.

The front and back audio
ports do not work.

Try using another speaker or
headphone.

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

Driver problems Reinstall the audio driver

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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 software is
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 software.

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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.

Ensure that your computer is

working in an area with good 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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ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail [e-mail]
Web site www.asus.com.tw

Technical Support

Telephone [phone]
Online support support.asus.com

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Web site usa.asus.com

Technical Support

Telephone [phone]
Support fax [phone]
Online support support.asus.com

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
Fax [phone]
Web site www.asus.de
Online contact www.asus.de/sales

Technical Support

Telephone (Component) [phone]*
Telephone (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) [phone]*

Support Fax [phone]
Online support support.asus.com

* EUR 0.14/minute from a German xed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile

phone.

Manufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
Address: No.150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112,

Authorised representative in
Europe:

Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN,

TAIWAN
ASUS Computer GmbH

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Bemærk ....................................................................................................... 93

Sikkerhedsinformation ................................................................................. 95

Konventioner brugt i denne vejledning ........................................................ 96

Yderligere oplysninger ................................................................................. 96

Pakkeindhold ............................................................................................... 97

Kapitel 1 Kom i gang

Velkommen! ................................................................................................. 99

Lær din computer at kende .......................................................................... 99

Installation af computeren .......................................................................... 104

TÆND/SLUK for computeren .................................................................... 106

Kapitel 2 Brug af Windows® 7

Når der startes første gang ........................................................................ 107

Brug af Windows® 7 desktop ..................................................................... 108

Styring af ler og mapper ............................................................................110

Genopretning af systemet ...........................................................................112

Beskyttelse af computeren .........................................................................113

Sådan fås Windows® Hjælp og Støtte ........................................................114

Kapitel 3 Tilslutning af enheder til computeren

Tilslutning af USB lagerenhed ....................................................................115

Tilslutning af mikrofon og højtalere .............................................................116

Tilslutning af multiple, eksterne skærme ....................................................119

Tilslutning af HDTV .................................................................................... 121

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Kapitel 4 Sådan bruger du din computer

Korrekt arbejdsstilling, når du bruger desktop-Pc ...................................... 123

Brug af hukommelseskortlæseren ............................................................. 124

Sådan bruges det optiske drev .................................................................. 125

Sådan bruger du ASUS ROG U9N Gaming tastaturet .............................. 126

Sådan bruger du ASUS GX900 Gaming musen ........................................ 127

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Kapitel 5 Tilslutning til internettet

Ledningsført forbindelse ............................................................................ 135

Trådløs forbindelse (på udvalgte modeller) ............................................... 137

Kapitel 6 Brug af hjælperedskaber

Softwareoplysninger .................................................................................. 139

ASUS AI Suite II-pakken ............................................................................ 139

Sensor Recorder ........................................................................................ 144

Ai Charger+ ............................................................................................... 146

USB 3.0 Boost ........................................................................................... 147

ASUS Update ............................................................................................ 149

USB BIOS Flashback ................................................................................ 150

MyLogo2 .................................................................................................... 151

Lydkongurationer ..................................................................................... 152

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 ........................................................................... 153

ASUS AI Manager ...................................................................................... 157

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

Genopretning af systemet .......................................................................... 167

Kapitel 7 g

Fejlnding .................................................................................................. 169

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Bemærk

REACH

Idet vi overholder REACH (registrering, vurdering og godkendelse af samt begrænsninger
for kemikalier) bestemmelserne, offentliggør vi vores produkters kemiske stoffer på ASUS
REACH webstedet http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

Erklæring fra Den Føderale Kommunikationskommission (FCC)

Dette apparat opfylder FCC reglernes afsnit 15. Driften sker på følgende to betingelser:

• Dette apparat må ikke forårsage skadelig interferens, og

• Dette apparat skal acceptere enhver modtagen interferens, inklusive interferens, som
kan forårsage uønsket drift.

Dette udstyr er testet og fundet at opfylde grænserne for klasse B digitalt udstyr i henhold
til FCC reglernes afsnit 15. Disse grænser har til formål at skabe rimelige beskyttelse mod
skadelig interferens i private installationer. Dette udstyr skaber, bruger og kan udstråle
radiofrekvensenergi, som, hvis det ikke installeres og bruges i overensstemmelse med
fabrikantens instruktioner, kan forårsage skadelig interferens på radiokommunikation. Der er
imidlertid ingen garanti for, at der ikke vil opstå interferens i en given installation. Hvis dette
udstyr forårsager skadelig interferens på radio- og fjernsynsmodtagelse, hvilket kan afgøres

ved at slå udstyret til og fra, skal brugeren prøve at afhjælpe interferensen på en eller ere af

følgende måder:

• Ret modtagerantennen i en anden retning eller anbring den et andet sted.

• Øg afstanden mellem udstyret og modtageren.

• Forbind udstyret til en anden kontakt i et andet kredsløb end det, modtageren er
forbundet til.

• Bed forhandleren eller en erfaren radio- eller TV-teknikner om hjælp.

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For at sikre opfyldelse af FFC reglerne, skal der bruges beskyttede kabler ved tilslutningen

af skærmen til grakkortene. Ændringer eller modikationer på dette udstyr, som ikke er

udtrykkeligt godkendt af parten ansvarlig for overholdelse, kan annullere brugerens ret til at
anvende dette udstyr.

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RF eksponeringsadvarsel

Dette udstyr skal installeres og betjenes i overensstemmelse med de medfølgende
instruktioner, og antennen/antennerne, der bruges til denne sender, skal installeres mindst
20 cm væk fra alle personer, ligesom de ikke må placeres eller bruges sammen med nogen
anden antenne eller sender. Slutbrugere og installatører skal forsynes med installations- og
sender anvisninger, så de kan opfylde RF eksponeringsoverholdelsen.

Erklæring fra det canadiske kommunikationsministerium

Dette digitale udstyr overskrider ikke klasse B grænserne for emission af radiostøj fra digitalt
udstyr som anført i det canadiske kommunikationsministeriums regulativ vedrørende radio­interferens.

Dette klasse B digitale udstyr overholder Canadian ICES-003.

Produkterklæring fra Macrovision Corporation

Dette produkt indeholder ophavsretligt beskyttet teknologi, som er beskyttet at bestemte
USA-patenter og andre intellektuelle ejendomsretter, ejet af Macrovision Corporation
og andre rettighedsejere. Brug af denne ophavsretbeskyttede teknologi skal godkendes
af Macrovision Corporation og er medmindre andet er godkendt af Macrovision
Corporation beregnet til hjemme- og andet begrænset brug. ”Reverse engineering” eller
demontering er forbudt.

PAS PÅ! Fare for eksplosion, hvis batteriet anbringes forkert. Udskift kun med samme
eller tilsvarende type anbefalet af fabrikanten. Bortskaf brugte batterier i henhold til
fabrikantens anvisninger.

Advarsel vedrørende lithium-ion batteri

ASUS’ genbrugs- og tilbagetagningsservice

ASUS’ genbrugs- og tilbagetagningsprogrammer bunder i vores bestræbelser for at holde
en høj standard med hensyn til miljøbeskyttelse. Vi sætter en ære i at tilbyde vores kunder
løsninger til en ansvarlig genindvinding af vores produkter, batterier og andre komponenter
samt emballager. Gå til http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for nærmere detaljer om
genindvinding i de forskellige lande.

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Sikkerhedsinformation

Frakobl AC-strømmen og perifere enheder inden rengøring. Tør desktop Pc'en af
med en ren cellulosesvamp eller et rent vaskeskind med en lille smule ikke-slibende
rengøringsmiddel og et par dråber varmt vand. Fjern overskydende fugt med en tør klud.

• Anbring IKKE på ujævne eller ustabile arbejdsoverader. Send til reparation, hvis
kabinettet er blevet beskadiget.

• Brug den
gasudstrøming.

• Anbring

• Udsæt

• Udsæt og brug den
under uvejr.

• Batteri-sikkerhedsadvarsel: Kast
Skil IKKE batteriet ad.

• Anvend produktet i omgivelser med temperaturer på mellem 0˚C (32F) og 35˚C (95F).

• Tildæk
overophedning sted.

• Brug

•

For at undgå faren for elektrisk stød, skal du fjerne netledningen fra stikkontakten, inden

du ytter systemet til et andet sted.

•

Søg professional hjælp, inden der bruges adapter og forlængerledning. Disse enheder
kan forstyrre jordforbindelsen.

•

Kontroller, at din strømforsyning er indstillet på den korrekte spænding i dit område. Hvis
du ikke er sikker med hensyn til spændingen i den anvendte stikkontakt, skal du kontakte
det lokale el-selskab.

•

Hvis strømforsyningen går i stykker, må du ikke prøve på selv at reparere den. Kontakt
en autoriseret servicetekniker eller forhandleren.

IKKE i snavsede støvede omgivelser. Brug den IKKE, hvis der er en

IKKE ting ovenpå desktop Pc'en og stik ikke ting ind i den.

IKKE for stærkt magnetiske og elektriske felter.

IKKE i nærheden af væsker, regn eller fugt. Brug IKKE modemmet

IKKE batteriet på åben ild. Kortslut IKKE kontakterne.

IKKE desktop Pc'ens ventilationsåbninger, idet der i så fald kan ske

IKKE beskadigede el-ledninger, perifere enheder og beskadiget tilbehør.

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Konventioner brugt i denne vejledning

For at sikre, at du udfører bestemte opgaver korrekt, skal du følge nedenstående symboler,
brugt i vejledningen.

FARE/ADVARSEL: Oplysninger for at undgå, at du skader dig selv under

udførelse af et job.

FORSIGTIG: Oplysninger for at undgå skader på dele under udførelse af et job.

VIGTIGT: Anvisninger, som du SKAL følge for at kunne fuldføre et job.

BEMÆRK: Tips og yderligere oplysninger, som kan hjælpe dig med at fuldføre en

opgave.

Yderligere oplysninger

Med hensyn til yderligere oplysninger vedrørende produkter og software-opdateringer, se
følgende kilder:

ASUS websteder

ASUS webstederne verden over indeholder opdateret information vedrørende ASUS

hardware- og software-produkter. Gå til ASUS webstedet www.asus.com.

ASUS lokal teknisk hjælp
Besøg ASUS webstedet

teknisk hjælpeingeniør.

http://support.asus.com/contact for kontaktoplysninger til lokal,

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Pakkeindhold

In

stalla

tion

Guide

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ASUS Essentio Desktop PCASUS ROG U9N Gaming

tastatur pakke x1

El-ledning x 1 Nero 9 brænder software-dvd

ASUS GX900 Gaming

mus x1

Installationsvejledning x 1

x 1

Garantibevis x 1 support-dvd x1 genoprettelses-dvd

x1(ekstraudstyr)

ELLER

Wi-Fi cirkelbevægende antenne x 2

(ekstra)

• Hvis nogle af ovennævnte dele er beskadiget eller mangler, skal du kontakte din
forhandler.

• Ovenstående illustrationer er kun til reference. Faktiske produktspecikationer kan

afvige modellerne imellem.

• For at se yderligere oplysninger om hvordan du bruger det medfølgende tastatur og
mus, bedes du venligst se afsnittene Sådan bruger du ASUS ROG Gaming tastaturet
og Sådan bruger du ASUS GX900 Gaming mus.

Antenne (ekstra) x 1

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